First of all, the entrance examination methods are different. Distance education is sponsored by independent proposition, independent examination and independent admission; Adult education needs to take the national adult college entrance examination.

Secondly, the recruitment time is different. Distance education enters school in spring and autumn, and adult education is only once a year.

In addition, learning styles are different. Distance education focuses on autonomous learning, and only needs to focus on the learning center during the exam; Adult education requires relatively concentrated study (at night or on weekends).

Distance education countries recognize academic qualifications.