Online Learning and Teaching in Higher Education - Rilegato

Bach, Shirley; Haynes, Philip; Lewis Smith, Jennifer

Rilegato

ISBN 10: 033521830X ISBN 13: 9780335218301

Casa editrice: Open University Press, 2006

Riassunto

• What are the links between theory and practice in the area of online learning in higher education?
• What are the strengths and weaknesses of the online approach?
• How can online learning be used to enhance the student experience?

This book provides the first critical evaluation of theory and practice in online learning and teaching in higher education. It also provides a critique of online learning for all those working in a higher education setting. It examines the online approach in the context of the internet age and global higher education, examining changes in distance learning as well as how online learning is affecting mainstream mass higher education. Practical examples throughout the book allow the reader to:

• Understand quality issues with regard to online learning
• Design appropriate courses
• Create stimulating online learning environments
• Transform learning methods
• Adapt and develop strategies to enhance online teaching practice

Online Learning and Teaching in Higher Education is key reading for lecturers, managers and policy makers in the higher education sector.

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Informazioni sull?autore

Jennifer Lewis Smith is Head of Rehabilitation and Health Science within the Institute of Health and Community Studies at Bournemouth University.

Dettagli dell?edizione

• Editore: Open University Press
• Data di pubblicazione: 2006
• Lingua: Inglese
• ISBN 10: 033521830X
• ISBN 13: 9780335218301
• Rilegatura: Copertina rigida
• Numero di pagine: 209
• Contatto del produttore: non disponibile
• Persona responsabile: non disponibile