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Cases on Educational Technology Planning, Design, and Implementation: A Project Management Perspective

Author : Benson, Angela D.

Publisher : IGI Global

Page : 435 pages

File Size : 17,40 MB

Release : 2013-06-30

Category : Education

ISBN : 1466642386

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Book Description

Whether utilizing electronic tools for K-12 classrooms, learning management systems in higher education institutions, or training and performance improvement for business organizations, technology maintains an important aspect in the delivery of education and training in both school and non-school settings. Cases on Educational Technology Planning, Design, and Implementation: A Project Management Perspective provides strategies for addressing the challenges and pitfalls faced when planning, designing, and implementing learning and educational technology projects. The case studies in this publication aim to provide instructors, practitioners in K-12 and higher education, business managers as well as students interested in implementing education technology projects.



Handbook of Research on Adult Learning in Higher Education

Author : Okojie, Mabel C.P.O.

Publisher : IGI Global

Page : 756 pages

File Size : 24,77 MB

Release : 2020-02-01

Category : Education

ISBN : 179981307X

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Book Description

In today’s globalized world, professional fields are continually transforming to keep pace with advancing methods of practice. The theory of adult learning, specifically, is a subject that has seen new innovations and insights with the advancement of online and blended learning. Examining new principles and characteristics in adult learning is imperative, as emerging technologies are rapidly shifting the standards of higher education. The Handbook of Research on Adult Learning in Higher Education is a collection of innovative research on the methods and applications of adult education in residential, online, and blended course delivery formats. This book will focus on the impact that culture, globalization, and emerging technology currently has on adult education. While highlighting topics including andragogical principles, professional development, and artificial intelligence, this book is ideally designed for teachers, program developers, instructional designers, technologists, educational practitioners, deans, researchers, higher education faculty, and students seeking current research on new methodologies in adult education.



Online Tutor 2.0: Methodologies and Case Studies for Successful Learning

Author : García-Peñalvo, Francisco José

Publisher : IGI Global

Page : 406 pages

File Size : 16,44 MB

Release : 2014-03-31

Category : Education

ISBN : 1466658339

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After centuries of rethinking education and learning, the current theory is based on technology’s approach to and affect on the planned interaction between knowledge trainers and trainees. Online Tutor 2.0: Methodologies and Case Studies for Successful Learning demonstrates, through the exposure of successful cases in online education and training, the necessity of the human factor, particularly in teaching/tutoring roles, for ensuring the development of quality and excellent learning activities. The didactic patterns derived from these experiences and methodologies will provide a basis for a more powerful and efficient new generation of technology-based learning solutions for high school teachers, university professors, researchers, and students at all levels of education.



Impact of Learning Analytics on Curriculum Design and Student Performance

Author : Kumar Singh, Manoj

Publisher : IGI Global

Page : 234 pages

File Size : 24,38 MB

Release : 2018-02-02

Category : Education

ISBN : 1522553703

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Book Description

The quality of students’ learning experiences is a critical concern for all educational institutions. With the assistance of modern technological advances, educational establishments have the capability to better understand the strengths and weaknesses of their learning programs. Impact of Learning Analytics on Curriculum Design and Student Performance is a critical scholarly resource that examines the connection between learning analytics and evaluations and their impact on curriculum design and student performance in educational institutions. Featuring coverage on a broad range of topics, such as academic support, large scale assessment, and educational research methods, this book is geared towards educators, professionals, school administrators, researchers, and practitioners in the field of education.



The Instructional Design Trainer’s Guide

Author : Jill Stefaniak

Publisher : Taylor & Francis

Page : 267 pages

File Size : 13,64 MB

Release : 2022-03-21

Category : Education

ISBN : 1000552187

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Book Description

The Instructional Design Trainer’s Guide provides foundational concepts and actionable strategies for training and mentoring instructional design and educational technology students to be effective across contexts. ID faculty are charged with bridging the gap between research and practice preparing graduate students for the real-world workforce. This book provides trainers and university programs with authentic learning experiences that better articulate the practices of and demands on design and technology professionals in the field. Through this enhanced perspective, learners will be better positioned to confidently embrace constraints, work among changing project expectations, interact with multiple stakeholders, and convey to employers the skills and competencies gleaned from their formal preparation.



Models for Improving and Optimizing Online and Blended Learning in Higher Education

Author : Keengwe, Jared

Publisher : IGI Global

Page : 376 pages

File Size : 43,32 MB

Release : 2014-07-31

Category : Education

ISBN : 1466662816

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"This book examines the benefits and costs associated with the utilization of technology-mediated instructional environments, recognizing that instructional technology could offer alternative means of communication for understanding"--Provided by publisher.



Cases on Global Competencies for Educational Diplomacy in International Settings

Author : Bizzell, Brad E.

Publisher : IGI Global

Page : 367 pages

File Size : 17,95 MB

Release : 2018-01-30

Category : Education

ISBN : 1522534636

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Book Description

Teaching abroad is one promising pathway to educational diplomacy and positive international relations. As opportunities to teach internationally increase, educators need to develop skills and cultural understandings that will prepare them for the challenges they may face in diverse cultures. Cases on Global Competencies for Educational Diplomacy in International Settings is a pivotal academic resource that explores the development of cultural competency, knowledge, skills, and dispositions critical for teaching abroad. Featuring anecdotal vignettes that illustrate competency on topics, such as adaptability, educational diplomacy, and cultural fluency in educational ventures, this book is geared towards school administrators, university professors, curriculum developers, and researchers interested in teaching and leading abroad.



Promoting Active Learning through the Integration of Mobile and Ubiquitous Technologies

Author : Keengwe, Jared

Publisher : IGI Global

Page : 351 pages

File Size : 24,74 MB

Release : 2014-08-31

Category : Education

ISBN : 1466663448

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Book Description

Once considered disruptive to learning, technology has increasingly become an integrated and valued part of the modern classroom. In particular, mobile technologies provide the ability to encourage evocative student learning through new experiences. Promoting Active Learning through the Integration of Mobile and Ubiquitous Technologies showcases the widely varied ways that technology can be applied to enhance classroom learning. Closely examining and critiquing the best methods in assimilating technologies, this publication is a valuable resource for faculty, teachers, administrators, technology staff, directors of learning centers, and other education technology leaders interested in incorporating new technologies within the classroom for engaging student learning.



Educational Development and Infrastructure for Immigrants and Refugees

Author : Erçetin, ?efika ?ule

Publisher : IGI Global

Page : 393 pages

File Size : 31,27 MB

Release : 2017-08-11

Category : Social Science

ISBN : 1522533265

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Book Description

Education is a pivotal influence on all members of society. However, in the case of immigrants and refugees integrating into a new country, allowing proper learning opportunities can offer specific challenges that must be overcome. Educational Development and Infrastructure for Immigrants and Refugees is an innovative source of scholarly research on the role of education for refugees and immigrants, and it examines methods to develop effective learning processes for these students. Highlighting a range of perspectives on topics such as lifelong learning, legal considerations, and multiculturalism, this book is ideally designed for teachers, policy makers, researchers, academics, and professionals actively involved in the education sector.



Common Core Mathematics Standards and Implementing Digital Technologies

Author : Polly, Drew

Publisher : IGI Global

Page : 448 pages

File Size : 24,29 MB

Release : 2013-05-31

Category : Education

ISBN : 1466640871

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Book Description

Standards in the American education system are traditionally handled on a state-by-state basis, which can differ significantly from one region of the country to the next. Recently, initiatives proposed at the federal level have attempted to bridge this gap. Common Core Mathematics Standards and Implementing Digital Technologies provides a critical discussion of educational standards in mathematics and how communication technologies can support the implementation of common practices across state lines. Leaders in the fields of mathematics education and educational technology will find an examination of the Common Core State Standards in Mathematics through concrete examples, current research, and best practices for teaching all students regardless of grade level or regional location. This book is part of the Advances in Educational Technologies and Instructional Design series collection.