I. Agreement:

This list is not intended to be a replacement for any sort of professional consultation. Individuals needing professional consultation are encouraged to find professionals and consult with them privately. This list is intended to serve as a loose "sounding board" for professionals to discuss issues related to the topic. It is not intended to offer direct advice to any individual. As a condition of participation, you must accept responsibility for your own behavior, regardless of what you read in this list.

II. Topics to be discussed on this List:

	ethical and legal issues including security and confidentiality
	use of the Internet and teleconferencing technologies
	continuing education and advanced degree programs
	what you need to know about Distance Learning usage and demographic data
	technological advances and developments to keep you up-to-date
	positive and negative influences in the lives of users
	new behavioral patterns resulting from Distance Learning
	influences of Distance Learning on the self, family, society, and culture
	public & private funding resources and tips you can use
	reviews of resource sites, newsletters, and mail groups to get more information when you need it
	bandwidth, transmission, and encryption issues
	interface design, hardware and access routes
	comparative role of system integrators and equipment manufacturers
	pilot project design, implementation and outcome assessment
	technological advances

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