Abstract
Distance education has become an important aspect of the education systems of many countries including the USA, Australia, Thailand etc.. Distance education allows greater access to education for those people separated from schools by physical distance, as well as those whose work, family life and lifestyles make it difficult for them to attend schools. There are many problems and challenges with this unique form of educational delivery. This paper explores three important areas in relation to distance education, 1) constructivist learning theories, 2) faculty issues, and 3) the role of culture in online distance education.
