Abstract:

The article reveals the features of implementation of distance learning in adult education in Ukraine and different countries of the world. Modern conditions lead to the emergence and exacerbation of the need for distance education, which allows to study anywhere and at any time, without taking time off from work, which is especially important for adults. The concepts of «distance learning» and «distance learning technologies!» are defined. The article presents the comparative analysis of the development of distance technologies in traditional universities and on specialized online platforms in countries such as the USA, Great Britain, Poland and Ukraine. The distance form of learning in these educational institutions involves the development of an arsenal of technical means and infrastructure of learning management systems, the expansion of technical capabilities and is becoming an integral part of modern education. It is determined that higher education institutions around the world have a common goal – to ensure a high level of education under any circumstances, while maintaining the highest academic standards. It is stated that modern innovative technologies provide real opportunities for differentiation of education, orientation on individual capabilities and abilities of each student. The problems of implementing distance education in Ukraine are highlighted. Attention is also focused on the need to modernize distance learning in Ukrainian educational institutions and use pedagogically appropriate world experience of distance learning, taking into account the national characteristics of the development of Ukrainian education system. 

Keywords: distance learning, distance learning technologies, innovative technologies, adult education, world experience, higher education institutions. 

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