Students will apply the process of teaching and learning in an online learning environment, evaluating effective online communications technologies, working with online classroom dynamics, comparing learning management systems, producing e-learning content, and investigating emerging trends of e-learning in educational settings. The unit will investigate the dynamic congruence of teaching and learning pedagogies in using e-learning technologies and flexible delivery.
Unit details
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Study level:
Postgraduate
Credit points:
24
Unit code:
AED5023
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Learning Outcomes
| 1. | Critically review the range of different technologies and pedagogical approaches for e-learning; | ||
| 2. | Reflect critically on the issues of e-learning as they impact on the learning community; | ||
| 3. | Deconstruct and appraise diverse methodological tools, viewpoints and literature to analyse the implications of emerging e-learning technologies; | ||
| 4. | Design and implement an innovative research or inquiry project related to e-learning. |
Assessment
| Assessment type | Description | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Journal | Educational blog | 30% |
| Report | Research report on the contribution of e-learning to a specific learning community | 30% |
| Project | Create an e-learning package integrating appropriate content and technology | 40% |
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