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Teaching and Learning at a Distance

Foundations of Distance Education 8th Edition

By: Michael Simonson,Susan Zvacek

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Teaching and Learning at a Distance

Foundations of Distance Education 8th Edition

By: Michael Simonson,Susan Zvacek

Teaching and Learning at a Distance is written for introductory distance education courses for preservice or in-service teachers, and for training programs that discuss teaching distant learners or managing distance education systems. This text provides readers with the basic information needed to be knowledgeable distance educators and leaders of distance education programs. The teacher or trainer who uses this book will be able to design courses, evaluate programs, and identify issues and trends affecting the field. In this text we take the following themes: The first theme is the definition of distance education. Before we started writing the first edition of Teaching and Learning at a Distance we carefully reviewed the literature to determine the definition that would be at the foundation of our writing. This definition is based on the work of Desmond Keegan, but is unique to this book and has been adopted by the Association for Educational Communications and Technology and by the Encyclopedia Britannica. The second theme of the book is the importance of research to the development of effective courses and programs offered at a distance. The best practices presented in Teaching and Learning at a Distance are validated by scientific evidence. Certainly there are “rules of thumb,” but we have always attempted to only include recommendations that can be supported by research. The third theme of Teaching and Learning at a Distance is derived from Richard Clark’s famous quote published in the Review of Educational Research asserting that media are mere vehicles that do not directly influence achievement. Clark’s controversial work is discussed in the book, but is also fundamental to the book’s advocacy for distance education—in other words, we authors do not make the claim that education delivered at a distance is inherently better than other ways people learn. Distance delivered instruction is not a magical approach that makes learners achieve more. Equivalency theory is the fourth theme of the book. Here we present the concept that instruction should be provided to learners that is equivalent rather than identical to what might be delivered in a traditional environment. Equivalency theory helps the instructional designer approach the development of instruction for each learner without attempting to duplicate what happens in a face-to-face classroom. The final theme for Teaching and Learning at a Distance is the idea that the book should be comprehensive—that it should cover as much of the various ways instruction is made available to distant learners as is possible. It can serve as a stand-alone source of information.

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IAP

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ISBN 13

9798887305134

Blackboard For Dummies

By: Howie Southworth,Kemal Cakici,Yianna Vovides,Susan Zvacek

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Blackboard For Dummies

By: Howie Southworth,Kemal Cakici,Yianna Vovides,Susan Zvacek

Use the quick-start guide to create your course in a flash Post course materials, give quizzes, facilitate discussions, and handle grades You're an educator, not a psychic, so how would you know how to use Blackboard with no instructions? These step-by-step examples show you how to set up a Blackboard classroom, put your materials on the Internet, communicate online with students, and even evaluate their performance. Discover how to * Navigate the Blackboard environment * Customize your course menu * Add and organize course materials * Give online assignments * Conduct online discussions and chat rooms * Keep track of grades

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345

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John Wiley & Sons

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ISBN 10

1118052943

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9781118052945

Web-based Instruction

A Guide for Libraries

By: Susan Sharpless Smith

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Web-based Instruction

A Guide for Libraries

By: Susan Sharpless Smith

Since publication of the first edition of Web-Based Instruction, many significant advances in Web-based instruction have occurred. New technologies and tools have emerged, different ways of accessing the Internet are available, and virtual reference trends are redefining some library users' idea of the "library," and information literacy skills are recognized as essential to students' success. Expanding on the popular, practical how-to Web guide for public, academic, school, and special libraries, technology expert Smith has thoroughly updated the discussion to include new tools and trends, including browsers, access methods, hardware and software programs. She also supplies tips to secure project funding and provides strategic information for different libraries types, including K-12, public, academic, and corporate libraries. This completely revised edition also: Includes a new section on learning theory applied to Web-based instruction Translates Web-speak and defines the lingo, with expanded glossary and acronym list Illustrates new procedures with fresh screen shots and URLs from top library Web programs Addresses the limitations and benefits of Web-based instruction with clear criteria for decision-making A proven winner, this thoroughly updated hands-on manual is a must-have for owners of the first edition. Librarians facing the challenge of creating a Web-based project will find easy-to-understand guidance to create an educational and interactive Web site-from start to finish.

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American Library Association

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0838909086

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9780838909089

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