306938 (v.1) Ed 431- Virtual Learning and the Development of Talent

Area:

Department of Education

Credits:

25.0

Contact Hours:

3.0

Practical:

1 x 3 Hours Weekly

Syllabus:

E-learning principles, classroom management, web tracking, learning in a networked community, online collaboration, online information access, K-adult learning environments, independent learning, autonomous learning, contract learning, developing products, developing pedagogically and andragogically - sound virtual learning environments in inclusive settings.

Unit Outcomes:

On successful completion of this unit, students will have- Planned, implemented and assessed virtual learning. Identified management issues pertaining to the facilitator and students in a virtual learning environment. Synthesised research on e-learning.

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:

Mandel, S. (2001), Virtual Field Trips in the Cyberage. Sydney, Pearson Education. Sanders, W. (2001), Creating Learning Centred Courses for the World Wide Web. Boston, Allyn and Bacon. White, K. and Weight, B. (2000), The Online Teaching Guide. Boston, Allyn and Bacon.

Unit Texts:

Nelson, K. (2001), Teaching in the Cyberage - Linking the Internet and Brain Theory. Arlington Heights, Pearson Education Skylight Training and Publishing.

Unit Assessment Breakdown:

Assessment 1 30%, Assessment 2 50%, Assessment 3 20%. This is by grade/mark assessment.

Year	Location	Period	Internal	Area External	Central External
2004	Bentley Campus	Semester 1	Y