Advanced Methods in Distance Education

Advanced Methods in Distance Education
Author: Kim E. Dooley
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 305
Release: 2005
Genre: Education
ISBN: 9781591404859

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.

Advanced Methodologies and Technologies in Modern Education Delivery

Advanced Methodologies and Technologies in Modern Education Delivery
Author: Khosrow-Pour, D.B.A., Mehdi
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 1163
Release: 2018-09-21
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1522573666

Recent innovations and new technologies in education have altered the way teachers approach instruction and learning and can provide countless advantages. The pedagogical value of specific technology tools and the cumulative effects of technology exposure on student learning over time are two areas that need to be explored to better determine the improvements needed in the modern classroom. Advanced Methodologies and Technologies in Modern Education Delivery provides emerging research on educational models in the continually improving classroom. While highlighting the challenges facing modern in-service and pre-service teachers when educating students, readers will learn information on new methods in curriculum development, instructional design, and learning assessments to implement within their classrooms. This book is a vital resource for pre-service and in-service teachers, teacher education professionals, higher education administrative professionals, and researchers interested in new curriculum development.

The 1st International Conference on Maritime Education and Development

The 1st International Conference on Maritime Education and Development
Author: Sanja Bauk
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 452
Release: 2021-03-24
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 3030640884

This book presents the proceedings of the 1st International Conference on Maritime Education and Development. The conference exchanges knowledge, experiences and ideas in the domain of maritime education and development, with the ultimate goal of generating new knowledge and implementing smart strategies and actions. Topics include the 4th Industrial Revolution (4IR); unmanned air/sea surface/underwater vehicles (UxV); the digital divide and Internet accessibility; digital infrastructure; IMO E-navigation strategy; smart-ship concept; automation and digitalization; cyber security; and maritime future. This proceedings pertains to researchers, academics, students, and professionals in the realm of maritime education and development.

Advancing Educational Research With Emerging Technology

Advancing Educational Research With Emerging Technology
Author: Kennedy, Eugene
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 315
Release: 2019-11-29
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1799811751

Advances in technology and media have fundamentally changed the way people perceive research, how research studies are conducted, and the ways data are analyzed/how the findings are presented. Emerging internet-enabled technological tools have enhanced and transformed research in education and the way educators must adapt to conduct future studies. Advancing Educational Research With Emerging Technology provides innovative insights into cutting-edge and long-standing digital tools in educational research and addresses theoretical, methodological, and ethical dimensions in doing research in the digital world. The content within this publication examines such topics as computational linguistics, individualized learning, and mobile technologies. The design of this publication is suited for students, professors, higher education faculty, deans, academicians, researchers, and practitioners looking to expand their research through the use of a broad range of digital tools and resources.

Online and Distance Learning: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications

Online and Distance Learning: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications
Author: Tomei, Lawrence A.
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 4032
Release: 2007-07-31
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1599049368

"This comprehensive, six-volume collection addresses all aspects of online and distance learning, including information communication technologies applied to education, virtual classrooms, pedagogical systems, Web-based learning, library information systems, virtual universities, and more. It enables libraries to provide a foundational reference to meet the information needs of researchers, educators, practitioners, administrators, and other stakeholders in online and distance learning"--Provided by publisher.