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303321 (v.2) Ed 506 - 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. |
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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 educational contexts. Used a principled basis for selecting a particular technology to support open learning. Compared and contrasted the educational potential of a rangeof technologies, including prints, telecommunications 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. |
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: | 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. Educational technology and society. International review of research in open and distance learning. Journal of distance education. Journal of instructional science and technology. |
Unit Texts: | No prescribed texts. |
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Unit Assessment Breakdown: | Assignment 1 40%, Assignment 2 60%. This is by grade/mark assessment. |
Field of Education: | 70300 Curriculum and Education Studies (Narrow Grouping) | HECS Band (if applicable): | 1 |
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Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information: | Not Online | Result Type: | Grade/Mark |
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Availability
| Year | Location | Period | Internal | Area External | Central External | | 2004 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | | | Y |
Area
External | refers to external course/units run by the School or Department, offered online or through Web CT, or offered by research. |
Central
External | refers to external course/units run through the Curtin Bentley-based Distance Education Area |
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