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301492 (v.2) Internet Studies 541 - Technology, Visuals and Learning


 

Area:

Department of Media and Information

Credits:

25.0

Contact Hours:

10.0

Individual Study:

1 x 10 Hours Quarterly

Syllabus:

Pictorial presentation and information technology. Visual processing and learning. The distinctive features and conventions of visual language. Types of visual information. Developing visual interpretation skills. Image-making tools for thinking, exploring and explaining. Technological approaches for creating, manipulating and presenting visual information. Effective integration of pictorial materials with other information formats.
 

Unit Outcomes:

On completion of this unit students will have- Analysed a range of illustrations from an instructional perspective. Generated original visual information that facilitates learning. Used computers to prepare and present instructional illustrations. Manipulated existing visuals to improve their instructional effectiveness. Developed ancillary materials that support visual learning.

Texts and references listed below are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Some units taught offshore are modified at selected locations. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information and approved offshore variations to unit information before finalising study and textbook purchases.

Unit References:

No prescibed references.

Unit Texts:

Internet-based resources to be advised.
 

Unit Assessment Breakdown:

This is by Grade/Mark Assessment.

Field of Education:

 70300 Curriculum and Education Studies (Narrow Grouping)

HECS Band (if applicable):

1  

Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information:

 Fully Online  

Result Type:

 Grade/Mark


Availability

Availability Information has not been provided by the respective School or Area. Prospective students should contact the School or Area listed above for further information.

 
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