THE POSSIBILITIES AND PROBLEMS OF CLOUD TECHNOLOGIES IN ORGANIZING DISTANCE LEARNING
Abstract
Cloud technologies have revolutionized the landscape of education by offering scalable, flexible, and on-demand resources to support distance learning. As educational institutions worldwide shift towards more remote and hybrid teaching models, the role of cloud computing has become central. This article explores the transformative potential of cloud-based solutions in delivering education at a distance, while also addressing the challenges that emerge in terms of infrastructure, accessibility, security, and pedagogy.
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