Abstract
"Distance education" occurs when students are physically separated from their instructor and technology is used to facilitate learning. The classroom can be extended and students in multiple locations interact with the instructor and fellow classmates in other places. Our island geography imposes barriers of space and time between students and campuses. Students living in remote areas have no immediate access to educaion programs, or where higher education programs are available, they may have access to only two-year programs. Other circumstances that limit educational opportunities include family or work commitments. With the advent of telecommunications technology, distance learning opportunities are created.
