An Introduction to Distance Education is a comprehensive look at the field today, outlining current theories, practices and goals. The book reviews the influence of past distance education theory and practice, along with current changes. It outlines the practical skills and information that are essential to effective distance education design, delivery and navigation.
This volume brings together seminal contributors who have and who are currently researching and shaping our understanding and practice of distance education. A discussion of past and present practices in higher and distance education leads to an understanding of accessible education and the appropriate use of Web 2.0 technology.
Utilizing a student-guided approach, each chapter offers pedagogical features to engage and support the teaching and learning process, including:
A perfect textbook for educational technology Doctorate, Masters and Certificate programs, students will find An Introduction to Distance Education offers a solid foundation from which to explore and develop new approaches to designing and implementing online courses.
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M. Cleveland-Innes is a faculty member and program director in the Center for Distance Education at Athabasca University in Alberta, Canada.
D. Randy Garrison is the Director of the Teaching and Learning Centre and a professor in the Faculty of Education at the University of Calgary.
1. Introduction, Martha Cleveland-Innes
Part I. The Industrial Era
2. Foundations of Distance Education, D.R. Garrison & M. Cleveland-Innes
3. Organization and Technology of Distance Education, Gary Miller
4. Teaching and Learning in Distance Education, Margaret Haughey
Part II. A New Era
5. Foundations of Post-industrial Society and Education, Heather Kanuka & Charmaine Brooks
6. Organization and Technology of Post-industrial Education, Doug Shale
7. Teaching and Learning in Post-industrial Education, Karen Swan
Part III. A Unified Approach
8. Transformational Developments, Phil Ice
9. Blended Learning, Norm Vaughan
10. The Future, Terry Evans & Brian Pauling
Part IV. Summary and Conclusion
11. Leadership, Martha Cleveland-Innes & Albert Sangra Morer
12. Conclusion, D.R. Garrison & Martha Cleveland-InnesLe informazioni nella sezione "Su questo libro" possono far riferimento a edizioni diverse di questo titolo.
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