ACS Distance Education has been developing resources and guiding learning communities since 1979.
We have developed over 600 online courses, hundreds of Ebooks and a large number of interactive self paced short courses. Established by John Mason, author of 130+ books, magazine editor, publisher, parks director, university and college lecturer and the recipient of Fellowships from IOH (UK), AIH and PLA (Australia).
ACS is an internationally recognised college affiliated with over 18 post-secondary institutions in several different countries. We work with private enterpise and government owned institutions. |
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ACS courses are: Practical, enabling the capacity to continue learning after your studies are completed as foundation skills are learned and applied instantly. Experiential which means students are guided to see and do, analyse or practice the concepts and skills covered. Current, relevant and future ready - course developers improve and enhance existing courses and write new materials regularly. |
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An extensive educational product range. Expertly developed courses, qualifications & Ebooks. Trusted systems and software. Owned and managed by our in-house team. Outcome-orientated business support. A knowledgable and experienced team to support you get started! |
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| LEARNING METHODS
Online
Learning materials are delivered via our unique learning management system (LMS). Upon enrolment, students receive login details and course instructions by email. Everything is simple, from assignment submission to receiving feedback or asking tutors a question. Offline
Learning materials are provided on a USB and mailed to students. This option suits those with unreliable internet connections or restricted online access.
Correspondence - Yes we still can!
Learning materials are provided as printed notes, with assignments mailed in post. This traditional distance education approach supports learners in remote areas or situations where computers aren’t readily accessible. |
| ASSESSMENT METHODS
Self assessment tests (SATs) are automated questions at the end of each lesson, that reinforce key information to improve learning retention.
Assignments build on lesson notes and introduce new topics that push students to conduct self-driven
research beyond just revising course material. Assignments are submitted to their assigned tutor for marking and feedback.
Problem Based Learning (PBL) projects is a student-centred approach which leads students to tackle open-ended problems rather than receive direct information. This method originated in U.S. universities, is highly effective at building knowledge and skills while strengthening the ability to work to specification.
Examinations are for ACS qualifications beyond a certificate of completion. Exams are either pen and paper vetted by a supervisor, or online, and can be done from anywhere. Alternative options exist for student assessment when undertaking exams isn't possible. |
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One Stop Shop - We supply everything - courses, LMS software, student tracking software, staff training systems, partnership support service. |
| Product Development and Improvement - Our large international team writes and updates courses, new and old, daily. |
| Extensive Unique Content - 40 disciplines, 30 million+ words, plus video, illustration. All I.P. created & owned by us. |
| Globally Relevant and Current - We develop courses to be relevant in any culture or country and up to date. |
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Customise to Differentiate Your Offerings - We can show you many ways to configure your offerings to be different to our other partners. |
| Extra Resources Supplied as Needed - Supplementary reading and videos, exams, procedures & more are provided to use/adapt or not use as you need. |
| Underpinned by Educational Psychology - 45+ years of collaborating with education and industry professionals has seen our courses become products that truly achieve learning. |
| Automatic Updating - Our systems provide latest edited versions of everything and flag when things change. Courses revised constantly. Major systematic periodical revisions (every 3-5 years). |
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ACS BELIEVES IN THE SUCCESS FOR ALL PARTNERS.
WE PROVIDE EXTENSIVE SUPPORT SERVICES ONGOING TO OUR PARTNERS. THIS INCLUDES ASSISTING WITH FINDING TUTORS AND OR ACADEMIC STAFF TO MARK ASSESSMENTS USING OUR TUTOR REGISTER, AND ONLINE TRAINING SUPPORT. |
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Prioritising retention of learning Collaborative course development Timely updating
Innovations in the Learning Management System (LMS) Strong, prompt student support Optimising accessibility Attention to student motivation Assessments designed for both reinforcing and measuring learning Designed for scalable business |
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