12489 (v.2) Ed 317 - Technologies for Flexible and Open Learning

Area:

Department of Education

Credits:

25.0

Contact Hours:

10.0

Individual Study:

1 x 10 Hours Weekly

Syllabus:

Technological opportunities and constraints, comparison of traditional and alternative approaches to presentation, selecting technologies for learning, utilising technological convergence, software for developing learning materials, the user interface, introduction to multimedia development, global communication and open learning, supporting learning at a distance, providing flexible learning opportunities and future directions.

Unit Outcomes:

On successful completion of this unit students will have- Given an account of the concepts and processes of open learning and flexible delivery. Discussed the capabilities and characteristics of supporting technologies for distance and open learning. Chosen media appropriate to the needs of the instruction and the learner in a range of eductional contexts. Used a principled basis for selecting a particular technology to support open learning. Compared and contrasted the educational potential of a range of technologies, including print, telecomunications and computer based instruction and network learning. Planned and designed learning resources to support learners in a range of contexts. Evaluated programs and materials designed for distance education and open learning and be able to use this information to modify these programs and materials.

Text and references listed above are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information.

Unit References:

Naidu, S. (2002). Learning and Teaching with Technology: Principles and Practices. London, Kogan Page. Race, P. (1998). 500 Tips on Open and Flexible Learning. London, Kogan Page. Rossett, A. (2002). The ASTD E-Learning Handbook. New York, McGraw-Hill. Rountree, D. (1994). Preparing Materials for Open, Distance and Flexible Learning - An Action Guide for Teachers and Trainers. London, Kogan Page.

Unit Texts:

No prescribed texts.

Unit Assessment Breakdown:

Assignment 1 40%, Assignment 2 60%. This is done by grade/mark assessment.

Year	Location	Period	Internal	Area External	Central External
2004	Bentley Campus	Semester 2			Y
2004	Esperance Community College	Semester 1	Y
2004	Esperance Community College	Semester 2	Y
2004	Kalgoorlie Campus	Semester 1	Y
2004	Kalgoorlie Campus	Semester 2	Y
2004	Northam Campus	Semester 1	Y
2004	Northam Campus	Semester 2	Y
2004	Geraldton University Centre	Semester 1	Y
2004	Geraldton University Centre	Semester 2	Y
2004	Margaret River Campus	Semester 1	Y
2004	Margaret River Campus	Semester 2	Y
2004	Pilbara TAFE Karratha	Semester 1	Y
2004	Pilbara TAFE Karratha	Semester 2	Y
2004	Pilbara TAFE Sth Hedland	Semester 1	Y
2004	Pilbara TAFE Sth Hedland	Semester 2	Y