Publisher's Synopsis
The Administration of Correspondence-Study Departments of Universities and Colleges Part 1, written by Arthur Jay Klein in 1919, is a comprehensive guide to the management and operation of correspondence-study departments in higher education institutions. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the history and development of correspondence education, the organization and staffing of correspondence-study departments, curriculum development and course design, student recruitment and retention, instructional methods and materials, and assessment and evaluation. Klein draws on his extensive experience as a director of correspondence-study departments at several universities to provide practical advice and guidance for administrators, instructors, and support staff involved in correspondence education. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining high academic standards and ensuring the quality of instruction and materials, while also addressing the unique challenges and opportunities presented by correspondence education. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and practice of correspondence education, as well as those involved in the administration and management of distance learning programs in higher education.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.