Technology, E-learning and Distance EducationAward-winning in its first edition, this book is an essential guide to the use of technology in flexible and distance learning, weighing up the pros and cons of different media. Fully updated, this second edition:
With a focus on basic principles and general guidelines this guidance applies to existing and emerging technologies. It is essential reading not just for those specialising in flexible and distance learning and distance education, but anyone concerned with the integration of technology with teaching. |
Contents
Emerging trends convergence and specialization in distance education | 1 |
The impact of technology on the organization of distance education | 17 |
Selecting and using technologies in distance education | 41 |
Print | 67 |
Television and video | 90 |
Radio audio cassettes and compact disc players | 115 |
Webbased learning access and teaching issues | 128 |
Webbased learning costs and organizational issues | 153 |
Audio video and Webconferencing access and teaching issues | 175 |
Audio video and Webconferencing costs and organizational issues | 193 |
Executive summary what have we learned? | 210 |
unique characteristics of television and radio | 226 |
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