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Introduction to Distance Education: Understanding Teaching and Learning in a New Era
Introduction to Distance Education: Understanding Teaching and Learning in a New Era
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An Introduction to Distance Education provides a comprehensive overview of the field, outlining current theories, practices, and goals for effective design, delivery, and navigation. It offers a student-guided approach with pedagogical features such as questions for reflection, review, and discussion, key quotations, and concept definitions. The second edition reviews the history of distance education and its current influence on the education sector, with contributions from seminal contributors who are researching and shaping the understanding and practice of distance education.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 218 pages
Publication date: 23 September 2020
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
A comprehensive exploration of the realm of distance education, this text delves into the current theories, practices, and goals that are pivotal in the effective design, delivery, and navigation of online learning environments. Positioned as an alternative pedagogical approach, distance education aims to meet the ever-evolving demands for access, affordability, and quality in higher education. This second edition, extensively revised and updated, traces the historical trajectory of distance education while also examining its profound impact on the education sector.
Employing a student-centered approach, the chapters feature pedagogical elements designed to engage and facilitate teaching and learning, including:
Reflection questions: These thought-provoking questions serve as triggers for students to delve deeper into the topic and engage in further reflection and discussion. Instructors can utilize these questions to foster classroom and online discussions.
Key quotations: Strategically placed throughout the text, these concise statements provide valuable insights and serve as springboards for further reflection and classroom discussions.
Concept definitions: At the end of each chapter, essential concepts discussed are defined for students, providing clarity and consolidation of the learning material.
Driven by esteemed contributors who are actively researching and shaping our understanding and practice of distance education, An Introduction to Distance Education provides a solid foundation upon which to explore and develop innovative approaches to designing and implementing online courses.
Weight: 344g
Dimension: 152 x 225 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781138054417
Edition number: 2 New edition
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