Emerging technologies in distance education

A one-stop knowledge resource, Emerging Technologies in Distance Education showcases the international work of research scholars and innovative distance education practitioners who use emerging interactive technologies for teaching and learning at a distance.This widely anticipated book harnesses th...

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Bibliographic Details
Other Authors: Veletsianos, George, author (author)
Format: eBook
Language:Inglés
Published: Edmonton, Alberta : AU Press 2010.
Series:Issues in distance education series,
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Summary:A one-stop knowledge resource, Emerging Technologies in Distance Education showcases the international work of research scholars and innovative distance education practitioners who use emerging interactive technologies for teaching and learning at a distance.This widely anticipated book harnesses the dispersed knowledge of international experts who highlight pedagogical, organizational, cultural, social, and economic factors that influence the adoption and integration of emerging technologies in distance education. Emerging Technologies in Distance Education provides expert advice on how educators can launch effective and engaging distance education initiatives in response to technological advancements, changing mindsets, and economic and organizational pressures. The volume goes beyond the hype surrounding Web 2.0 technologies and highlights the important issues that researchers and educators need to consider to enhance educational practice.
Physical Description:1 online resource (335 pages) : illustrations
Also available in print version
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:9781282852013
9786612852015
9781897425770