Communication in distance education – UGC NET Question

Statements A, B and C are correct, while D and E are incorrect. A is true because tools like video conferencing support real-time interaction. B is true as learning management systems often allow flexible, self-paced access. C is true since designing support and feedback mechanisms is central to distance pedagogy. D is false because peer communication occurs through forums and group tasks, and E is false because counselling and support services are integral to many distance programmes. Therefore, A, B and C only is the correct combination.

Option A:
Option A lists A and B only, which correctly describe synchronous and asynchronous modes, but omits C and thus ignores the importance of planned support and feedback. As a result, A and B only is incomplete.

Option B:
Option B combines B and C but leaves out A, failing to mention synchronous interaction as a key form of communication in distance education. Consequently, B and C only does not fully represent the communication modes involved.

Option C:
Option C gathers A, B and C together and rejects D and E, which wrongly deny peer interaction and student support. Since it includes all and only the true statements, A, B and C only is the correct option.

Option D:
Option D groups A, C and D, but D is incorrect because distance learners do interact with peers in well-designed courses. Including D among supposedly correct statements makes A, C and D only invalid.