Problems Experienced by Female Distance Education Students of IGNOU: Why Do Some Consider Dropping Out While Others Decide To Stay?
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Margaret Taplin
Indian Journal of Open Learning Volume 9, Number 2, ISSN 0971-2690 Publisher: Indira Gandhi National Open University
Abstract
This study investigated factors that caused women students to consider dropping out of distance education studies. Results from questionnaires and interviews from female students at Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) showed low grades, personal problems, and difficulties with getting course materials on time caused them to consider dropping out. (Author/LRW)
Citation
Taplin, M. (2000). Problems Experienced by Female Distance Education Students of IGNOU: Why Do Some Consider Dropping Out While Others Decide To Stay?. Indian Journal of Open Learning, 9(2), 191-210. Indira Gandhi National Open University. Retrieved March 28, 2024 from https://www.learntechlib.org/p/92234/.
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