Development of distance course on geography

Abstract

The distance learning method appeared a long time ago. Initially, such training was carried out by means of postal communication, and later, with the advent of computer technologies, a modern form of distance education arose. Distance learning is a form of learning in which teachers and students interact using computer and telecommunication technologies remotely from the educational institution; in addition, the independent processing of certain information sources by students is ensured. The purpose of the scientific research is the development of a distance course in geography on the topic "Australia". Until recently, teachers could not even imagine that the educational process would take place outside the school. The pandemic and the war made unexpected adjustments and forced not only teachers, but also students and their parents to quickly master information technologies and new pedagogical approaches and methods. Thus, this research is quite relevant. Education radically and for the first time in history quickly changed the system of the educational process in Ukraine from face-to-face to distance and mixed, taking into account the events taking place in the world. Distance learning has entered our lives with sure steps, along with a number of changes and problems that have appeared over time. This process consists of components of open Internet resources that provide technological reserves for the use and adaptation of the educational community of consumers for non-commercial purposes. Thus, education using such a learning mechanism should be of high quality, so it is important to find the right platforms for effective learning. The developed course will contribute to the formation of students' ideas about general geographical patterns based on the study of similar and distinctive features of the nature of the continent, will help to better understand the peculiarities of the interaction of society and nature. For teachers, it will be the main or auxiliary material in the formation of their lessons and educational materials. In the future, these knowledge and skills can help to understand events in the world, consciously use a variety of information, and most importantly - to protect our planet.T