Abstract
The problems involved in the effective dissemination of information and ideas concerning teaching in higher education are discussed. The contribution made by the operation of the Open University is considered in this context. The results of a study investigating the influence the Open University has on teaching staff in other institutions in higher education are reported and discussed. The teacher in higher education who is also a part-time staff member of the Open University is seen to be considerably influenced by the Open University. The influence of the Open University is attributed to the accessibility of its materials and its tendency to adopt the characteristics of curriculum innovation identified by the Nuffield researchers.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 141-151 |
| Number of pages | 11 |
| Journal | Higher Education |
| Volume | 10 |
| Issue number | 2 |
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| Publication status | Published - Mar 1981 |
| Externally published | Yes |