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IT infrastructure in the North for higher education is below the average Russian standards
but the usage of modern developments of new information technologies and distance
learning are growing. Self-made learning management systems and asynchronous courses
dominate in Russian universities. Open educational resources are very popular. Indigenous
language distance education is increasing in importance.
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There are about twenty-five regions and many universities in the North and Siberia. Distance
education based in the sphere of the North is underdeveloped based on Russian standards,
but it is developing. Self-made LMS, asynchronous courses and systems prevail. Open
educational resources for indigenous people are becoming popular.
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In the near future, Russian and American educators can enhance partnerships between
universities in the US and Russia through the development of joint research projects of
faculty, curriculum and academic development in distance education and online network
cooperation among student clubs.
The Russian North is facing a lack of innovation in distance education, and there remain many gaps.
However Russian state authorities are encouraging its utilization. The comparative world experience,
particularly in the Arctic states, is very important to its development. In five years, modern western
online learning technologies will probably be presented in the northern regions of Russia.
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