The document discusses research areas in distance, open and online learning (DOOL). It provides an overview of the evolution of research in this field from the 1950s to present. Several classifications and analyses of DOOL research topics and publications over time are summarized, showing increasing focus on technology applications, learner characteristics, instructional design, and management issues. Important current research areas identified include studying learner dropout rates and outcomes with different media/technologies, learner access and styles, faculty motivation and workload, and cost/economics of distance programs. The document emphasizes identifying a research problem and conducting work that builds on existing literature in a feasible, generalizable and scientific manner.

1. Developing Ontology for Research in Distance, Open and Online Learning Sanjaya Mishra

14. Priority Areas Identified by Jegede Australian Priority (1994)‏ Asian Priority (1999)‏ 3 Design and development of study materials 5 PD of distance educators 5 Management and planning 4 Interactive multimedia 3 Role of DE in national dev 3 Equity and Access 3 Student support services 2 Industrial and business training context 2 Evaluation 1 Instructional & communication technology Rank Areas 10 Cost-benefit analysis 9 Student support services 8 Feedback to learners 7 Role of DE in national dev 6 Management and planning 5 Instructional & communication technology 4 Design and development of study materials 3 PD of distance educators 2 Students’ study skill dev 1 Evaluation Rank Areas

22. Simplified Ontology Learning Face to face - Counseling - Self-help Groups Stand Alone Technology Network & Satellite Technology - Audio - Video -Computer (CAI)‏ - Multimedia Traditional print based media - Self-Instructional Materials - Assignments - Teleconference - Internet - Interactive Radio Distance Learning Environment Teacher Content Learner A D M I N I S T R A T I O N A D M I N I S T R A T I O N A D M I N I S T R A T I O N SOCIETY SOCIETY