| Description |
1 online resource (electronic texts (xv, 305 pages : illustrations)) |
| Contents |
1. An introduction to designing and delivering courses and programs at a distance / Kim Dooley, James Linder, Larry Dooley, James Buford Jr. -- 2. Critical issues for educators and trainers / Kim Dooley, James Linder, Larry Dooley -- 3. Learning theories / Kim Dooley, James Linder, Larry Dooley, Tim Murphy -- 4. Adult learning principles and learner differences / Kim Dooley, James Linder, Larry Dooley, Susan Wilson -- 5. Engaging adult learners and fostering self-directedness / Kim Dooley, James Linder, Larry Dooley -- 6. Systematic instructional design / Kim Dooley, James Linder, Larry Dooley, Atsusi Hirumi -- 7. Writing instructional objectives / Kim Dooley, James Linder, Larry Dooley -- 8. Events of instruction / Kim Dooley, James Linder, Larry Dooley -- 9. Learner-centered assessment and facilitation techniques / Kim Dooley, James Linder, Larry Dooley, Barry Boyd, Kathleen Kelsey, Atsusi Hirumi -- 10. Delivery technology / Kim Dooley, James Linder, Larry Dooley, Walt Magnussen -- 11. Multimedia design / K.E. Dooley, Yakut Gazi -- 12. Course and program management / Kim Dooley, James Linder, Larry Dooley -- 13. Evaluating distance education programs using best practices / Kim Dooley, James Linder, Larry Dooley, Kathleen Kelsey -- 14. Future trends / Kim Dooley, James Linder, Larry Dooley, Chehrazade Aboukinane |
| Summary |
Courses and programs being delivered at a distance require a unique set of professional competencies. Whether using synchronous or asynchronous methods of instruction, systematic instructional design can help stimulate motivation, increase interaction and social presence, and authenticate learning outcomes. Principles of adult learning, including self-directed and student-centered learning approaches are emphasized in this Advanced methods in distance education: applications and practices for educators, administrators and learners. It is designed to be theory to practice, with readers gaining the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to be successful in teaching or training using technology-mediated instruction. Major sections include: foundations of teaching and learning at a distance, adult learning, instructional design, technology knowledge and skills, administrative issues, and future directions |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Notes |
Print version record |
| Subject |
Distance education.
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Educational technology.
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Educational Technology
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Distance education.
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Educational technology.
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| Author |
Lindner, James R
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Dooley, Larry McCoy
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IGI Global.
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| ISBN |
9781591404873 |
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1591404878 |
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