Leading Issues In E Learning Research For Researchers Teachers And Students

Author : Melanie Ciussi,Erik Gebers Freitas
Publisher : Academic Conferences Limited
Page : 184 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781906638917

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Leading Issues in E-learning Research For Researchers, Teachers and Students by Melanie Ciussi,Erik Gebers Freitas Pdf

"There are two important facts which need to be remembered about e-Learning. The first is that there has seldom been a subject more fashionable and the second is that there has seldom been a subject which is more open to misunderstanding. It is obvious to nearly everyone that education throughout the world is under pressure to change. Education is expensive, or even education is extremely expensive. As the world transforms from highly individualist economies into economies that want to be regarded as global players so the demand for education soars. As the demand grows so does the cost of delivery. Now we talk about mass education which scares some of the older members of the education establishment.There are few people today who would oppose the view that e-learning has to become an integral part of the education of the future. And indeed, when e-Learning is correctly employed it can be highly effective and cost efficient." --Back cover.

Author : Melanie Ciussi
Publisher : Academic Conferences Limited
Page : 174 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1908272546

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e-Pub Leading Issues in e-Learning Research by Melanie Ciussi Pdf

Author : Melanie Ciussi
Publisher : Academic Conferences and publishing limited
Page : 178 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2015-03-09
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781910309896

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Leading Issues in elearning by Melanie Ciussi Pdf

Volume two of Leading Issues in e-Learning Research brings together a collection of the latest ideas in the area of e-Learning research. e-Learning is undergoing a revolution. The expectations of X and Y generation learners are changing the way we teach. They want more interactive, social and mobile course presentation formats which are resulting in novel teaching methods like flipped classrooms, new tools for learning, apps, social learning and augmented reality. Also, the rise of MOOCs (Massive Open Online Courses) can offer free education for learners around the world. Behind the trends is an ever more globalised, complex and interconnected world which has led to new expectations regarding training, especially in higher education settings: students need to be digitally literate and able to manage uncertainty through creative thinking. This is a profound change which draws its inspiration from the world of business, fostering pedagogical innovation to create new e-Learning initiatives. Melanie Ciussi has put together an excellent collection of leading research papers on the pedagogical innovations that are part of this digital revolution. The general reader as well as researchers, teachers and students will find this book very rewarding."

Author : Athanassios Jimoyiannis
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 327 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2011-09-28
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781461410836

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Research on e-Learning and ICT in Education by Athanassios Jimoyiannis Pdf

This book aims to serve as a multidisciplinary forum covering technical, pedagogical, organizational, instructional, as well as policy aspects of ICT in Education and e-Learning. Special emphasis is given to applied research relevant to educational practice guided by the educational realities in schools, colleges, universities and informal learning organizations. In a more generic scope, the volume aims to encompass current trends and issues determining ICT integration in practice, including learning and teaching, curriculum and instructional design, learning media and environments, teacher education and professional development, assessment and evaluation, etc.

Author : Gráinne Conole,Martin Oliver
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 321 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2006-11-22
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781134161591

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Contemporary Perspectives in E-Learning Research by Gráinne Conole,Martin Oliver Pdf

E-learning is at an exciting point in its development; its potential in terms of research is great and its impact on institutional practices is fully recognised. This book defines e-learning as a field of research, highlighting the complex issues, activities and tensions that characterise the area. Written by a team of experienced researchers and commented upon by internationally recognised experts, this book engages researchers and practitioners in critical discussion and debate about the findings emerging from the field and the associated impact on practice. Key topics examined include: access and inclusion the social-cultural contexts of e-learning organisational structures, processes and identities technical aspects of learning research – using tools and resources approaches to learning and teaching practices and associated learning theories designing for e-learning and the management of educational resources professional roles and identities the evolution of e-assessment collaboration, motivation and educational evaluation. Contemporary Perspectives in E-Learning Research provides a synthesis of research, giving readers a grounding in contemporary e-learning scholarship whilst identifying the debates that make it such a lively and fast-moving area. A landmark text in an evolving field, this book will prove invaluable for all researchers, practitioners, policy makers and students who engage with e-learning.

Author : Olaf Zawacki-Richter,Terry Anderson
Publisher : Athabasca University Press
Page : 520 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2014-06-01
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781927356623

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Online Distance Education by Olaf Zawacki-Richter,Terry Anderson Pdf

Online Distance Education: Towards a Research Agenda offers a systematic overview of the major issues, trends, and areas of priority in online distance education research. In each chapter, an international expert or team of experts provides an overview of one timely issue in online distance education, summarizing major research on the topic, discussing theoretical insights that guide the research, posing questions and directions for future research, and discussing the implications for distance education practice as a whole. Intended as a primary reference and guide for distance educators, researchers, and policymakers, Online Distance Education addresses aspects of distance education practice that have often been marginalized, including issues of cost and economics, concerns surrounding social justice, cultural bias, the need for faculty professional development, and the management and growth of learner communities. At once soundly empirical and thoughtfully reflective, yet also forward-looking and open to new approaches to online and distance teaching, this text is a solid resource for researchers in a rapidly expanding discipline.

Author : Norm Friesen
Publisher : Peter Lang
Page : 282 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Computers
ISBN : 1433101351

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Re-thinking E-learning Research by Norm Friesen Pdf

In the rapidly-changing world of the Internet and the Web, theory and research struggle to keep up with technological, social, and economic developments. In education in particular, a proliferation of novel practices, applications, and forms - from bulletin boards to Webcasts, from online educational games to open educational resources - have come to be addressed under the rubric of «e-learning». In response to these phenomena, Re-thinking E-Learning Research introduces a number of research frameworks and methodologies relevant to e-learning. The book outlines methods for the analysis of content, narrative, genre, discourse, hermeneutic-phenomenological investigation, and critical and historical inquiry. It provides examples of pairings of method and subject matter that include narrative research into the adaptation of blogs in a classroom setting; the discursive-psychological analysis of student conversations with artificially intelligent agents; a genre analysis of an online discussion; and a phenomenological study of online mathematics puzzles. Introducing practical applications and spanning a wide range of the possibilities for e-learning, this book will be useful for students, teachers, and researchers in e-learning.

Author : Jason M. Lodge,Jared Cooney Horvath,Linda Corrin
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2018-09-01
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781351113014

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Learning Analytics in the Classroom by Jason M. Lodge,Jared Cooney Horvath,Linda Corrin Pdf

From Data and Analytics to the Classroom presents a coherent framework for useful translation of learning analytics research for educational practice with world-leading researchers in the use of data and analytics in education applying this framework to a number of different educational domains. The aim is to provide concrete ways to apply data and analytics to everyday educational practice. Thi book serves not only as a practical tool, but also as an instructional guide for educators. Through discussion and illustration it provides educators and researchers alike with the proper tools and frameworks to effectively make sense of and use data and analytics in their everyday practice.

Author : Heafner, Tina L.
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 515 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2014-08-31
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781466663848

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Exploring the Effectiveness of Online Education in K-12 Environments by Heafner, Tina L. Pdf

The integration of technology in classrooms is rapidly emerging as a way to provide more educational opportunities for students. As virtual learning environments become more popular, evaluating the impact of this technology on student success is vital. Exploring the Effectiveness of Online Education in K-12 Environments combines empirical evidence and best practices in current K-12 distance learning and virtual schools. Emphasizing current research and opportunities, this book is an all-inclusive reference source for administrators, teachers, researchers, teacher educators, and policymakers interested in the development and implementation of blended and electronic learning in primary and secondary education.

Author : Charalampos Karagiannidis,Panagiotis Politis,Ilias Karasavvidis
Publisher : Springer
Page : 321 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2014-08-07
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781461465010

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Research on e-Learning and ICT in Education by Charalampos Karagiannidis,Panagiotis Politis,Ilias Karasavvidis Pdf

An essential text for researchers and academics seeking the most comprehensive and up-to-date coverage of all aspects of e-learning and ICT in education, this book is a multidisciplinary forum covering technical, pedagogical, organizational, instructional and policy aspects of the topic. Representing the best peer-reviewed papers from the 8th Panhellenic Conference on ICT in Education, special emphasis is given to applied research relevant to educational practice and guided by the educational realities in schools, colleges, universities and informal learning organizations. The volume encompasses the current trends and issues which determine and inform the integration of ICT in educational practice, including educational software, educational games, collaborative learning, virtual learning environments, social networks, learning analytics, digital museums, as well as the evolution of e-learning.

Author : Moura, Ana S.,Reis, Pedro,Cordeiro, M. Natália D. S.
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 548 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2020-11-13
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781799847700

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Handbook of Research on Determining the Reliability of Online Assessment and Distance Learning by Moura, Ana S.,Reis, Pedro,Cordeiro, M. Natália D. S. Pdf

Though in the past online learning was considered of poorer professional quality than classroom learning, it has become a useful and, in some cases, vital tool for promoting the inclusivity of education. Some of its benefits include allowing greater accessibility to educational resources previously unattainable by those in rural areas, and in current times, it has proven to be a critical asset as universities shut down due to natural disasters and pandemics. Examining the current state of distance learning and determining online assessment tools and processes that can enhance the online learning experience are clearly crucial for the advancement of modern education. The Handbook of Research on Determining the Reliability of Online Assessment and Distance Learning is a collection of pioneering investigations on the methods and applications of digital technologies in the realm of education. It provides a clear and extensive analysis of issues regarding online learning while also offering frameworks to solve these addressed problems. Moreover, the book reviews and evaluates the present and intended future of distance learning, focusing on the societal and employer perspective versus the academic proposals. While highlighting topics including hybrid teaching, blended learning, and telelearning, this book is ideally designed for teachers, academicians, researchers, educational administrators, and students.

Author : Caroline Haythornthwaite,Richard Andrews
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 273 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2011-04-11
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781446210208

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E-learning Theory and Practice by Caroline Haythornthwaite,Richard Andrews Pdf

"This is a must-read for every student, lecturer and professor. It establishes Internet Studies as essential to an understanding of how learners and educators can capture the value of our networked world." Professor William H. Dutton, Director of the Oxford Internet Institute, University of Oxford In E-learning Theory and Practice the authors set out different perspectives on e-learning. The book deals with the social implications of e-learning, its transformative effects, and the social and technical interplay that supports and directs e-learning. The authors present new perspectives on the subject by: - exploring the way teaching and learning are changing with the presence of the Internet and participatory media - providing a theoretical grounding in new learning practices from education, communication and information science - addressing e-learning in terms of existing learning theories, emerging online learning theories, new literacies, social networks, social worlds, community and virtual communities, and online resources - emphasising the impact of everyday electronic practices on learning, literacy and the classroom, locally and globally. This book is for everyone involved in e-learning. Teachers and educators will gain an understanding of new learning practices, and learners will gain a sense of their new role as active participants in classroom and lifelong learning. Graduate students and researchers will gain insight into the direction of research in this new and exciting area of education and the Internet.

Author : Makewa, Lazarus Ndiku,Ngussa, Baraka Manjale,Kuboja, Joshua Michael
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 348 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2018-09-28
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781522559160

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Technology-Supported Teaching and Research Methods for Educators by Makewa, Lazarus Ndiku,Ngussa, Baraka Manjale,Kuboja, Joshua Michael Pdf

Technology can be a powerful tool for transforming learning. It can help affirm and advance relationships between educators and students, reinvent approaches to learning and collaboration, shrink long-standing equity and accessibility gaps, and adapt learning experiences to meet the needs of all learners. Technology-Supported Teaching and Research Methods for Educators provides innovative insights into the utilization and maintenance of technology-supported teaching and research methods for educators. The content within this publication represents the work of e-learning, digital technologies, and current issues and trends in the field of teaching and learning in the context of contemporary technologies. It is a vital reference source for school educators, professionals, school administrators, academicians, researchers, and graduate-level students seeking coverage on topics centered on the integration of effective technologies that will support educators and students.

Author : Caroline Haythornthwaite,Richard Andrews,Jude Fransman,Eric M. Meyers
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 758 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2016-05-09
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781473954991

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The SAGE Handbook of E-learning Research by Caroline Haythornthwaite,Richard Andrews,Jude Fransman,Eric M. Meyers Pdf

The new edition of The SAGE Handbook of E-Learning Research retains the original effort of the first edition by focusing on research while capturing the leading edge of e-learning development and practice. Chapters focus on areas of development in e-learning technology, theory, practice, pedagogy and method of analysis. Covering the full extent of e-learning can be a challenge as developments and new features appear daily. The editors of this book meet this challenge by including contributions from leading researchers in areas that have gained a sufficient critical mass to provide reliable results and practices. The 25 chapters are organised into six key areas: 1. THEORY 2. LITERACY & LEARNING 3. METHODS & PERSPECTIVES 4. PEDAGOGY & PRACTICE 5. BEYOND THE CLASSROOM 6. FUTURES

Author : Fitzgerald, Carlton J.,Laurian-Fitzgerald, Simona,Popa, Carmen
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 554 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2018-06-08
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781522550860

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Handbook of Research on Student-Centered Strategies in Online Adult Learning Environments by Fitzgerald, Carlton J.,Laurian-Fitzgerald, Simona,Popa, Carmen Pdf

As traditional classroom settings are transitioning to online environments, teachers now face the challenge of using this medium to promote effective learning strategies, especially when teaching older age groups. Because adult learners bring a different set of understandings and skills to education than younger students, such as more job and life experiences, the one-size-fits-all approach to teaching does not work, thus pushing educators to create a student-centered approach for each learner. The Handbook of Research on Student-Centered Strategies in Online Adult Learning Environments is an important resource providing readers with multiple perspectives to approach issues often associated with adult learners in an online environment. This publication highlights current research on topics including, but not limited to, online competency-based education, nontraditional adult learners, virtual classrooms in public universities, and teacher training for online education. This book is a vital reference for online trainers, adult educators, university administrators, researchers, and other academic professionals looking for emerging information on utilizing online classrooms and environments in student-centered adult education.