THE EFFICIENCY OF DISTANCE EDUCATION IN THE SOCIO-ECONOMIC CONTEXT OF STRUCTURAL-INNOVATIVE CHANGES

INTRODUCTION. The rapid advancement of technology and the increasing demand for flexible learning options have led to the widespread adoption of distance education worldwide. In recent years, the educational landscape has been undergoing significant structural and innovative transformations, necessitating an examination of the efficiency of distance education within the socio-economic context. Understanding the effectiveness of distance education in the face of these changes is crucial for policymakers, educators, and stakeholders to make informed decisions and develop strategies that promote optimal learning outcomes and address societal needs. RESEARCH HYPOTHESIS: Distance education in the modern socio-economic context is an effective means of learning that allows for achieving high academic outcomes. METHODS. The initial stage involved an analysis of scientific literature, which allowed for a comprehensive understanding of existing research and theoretical foundations in the field of distance education. To gather empirical data, a questionnaire survey was conducted among students and instructors to capture their impressions, thoughts, and experiences regarding the effectiveness of distance education. The collected data underwent statistical analysis, revealing patterns and trends within the dataset. Additionally, a comparative analysis was conducted to compare the effectiveness of distance education with other forms of learning. FINDINGS. The research findings confirm the high effectiveness of distance education in the socio-economic context of structural-innovative changes. The survey results indicate that the majority of students and instructors perceive distance education as a convenient and effective form of learning. Comparative analysis demonstrates that distance education yields similar or even superior results compared to traditional teaching methods. CONCLUSION. The research findings indicate the high effectiveness of distance education in the context of structural-innovative changes. This form of learning demonstrates significant potential in achieving high academic outcomes and satisfying the needs of students and instructors. Based on these conclusions, it is recommended to continue the development and implementation of distance education to enhance the educational process and improve the quality of learning. KEYWORDS: distance education; socio-economic efficiency; structural-innovative transformations.