e-Learning and Distance Learning (e-learning ΙI) |
e-Learning and Distance Learning (e-Learning ΙI) Lecturer-co-ordinator: Athanassios Jimoyiannis The general purpose of the course is to provide postgraduate students the knowledge and the tools needed to understand and critically study the technological, pedagogical, instructional and contextual issues that determine the framework of e-Learning. The course examines critical issues, trends and current perspectives of e-Learning and distance learning. The main focus is directed to the current models and technologies used in e-Learning systems, and the principles underpinning/guiding the design and evaluation of e-Learning systems and programs.
e-Learning and Distance Learning (e-learning ΙI) – 5 ECTS Lecturer: Athanassios Jimoyiannis Course description This module provides a broad overview of critical issues, trends and current perspectives in relation to e-learning and distance learning. Particular emphasis is placed to current e-learning models and technologies, and the principles underpinning the design and the evaluation of e-learning systems and programmes. The main topics of this module include:
Objectives Postgraduate students will have the opportunity to explore and critically study the technological, pedagogical, instructional and contextual issues that determine e-learning and distance learning as an independent research and educational practice field. Learning outcomes After having completed this module, students will be able
Structure The module comprises lectures, practice and a series of synchronous and asynchronous activities implemented through the e-learning platform (http://moodle.korinthos.uop.gr). Students’ assessment Students’ assessment is based on their participation in on-line activities, the individual assignments and collaborative work/studies. Bibliography Garrison D. (2011). E-Learning in the 21st Century: A Framework for Research and Practice. Routledge Falmer. |