1st Edition

Contemporary Perspectives in E-Learning Research Themes, Methods and Impact on Practice

Edited By Gráinne Conole, Martin Oliver Copyright 2007
284 Pages 8 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

288 Pages 8 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

288 Pages 8 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

E-learning is at an exciting point in its development; its potential in terms of research is great and its impact on institutional practices is fully recognised. This book defines e-learning as a field of research, highlighting the complex issues, activities and tensions that characterise the area. Written by a team of experienced researchers and commented upon by internationally recognised... Read more

1. Introduction  2. Epistemologies and social context  3. Political context  4. Technologies for learning and the information environment  5. Understanding organisational cultures, roles and identities  6. Learning theories and technologies 7. Designing for learning  8. Designing educational resources for learning  9. Assessment  10. Managing educational resources  11. Literacies  12. Collaboration  13. Affective and social issues  14. Evaluation  15. Conclusion

Biography

Gráinne Conole is Professor of Educational Innovation in Post-Compulsory Education at the University of Southampton. She was previously the Director of the Institute for Learning and Research Technology at the University of Bristol. Currently funded projects include the HEFCE-funded E-Learning Research Centre, the JISC/NSF funded DialogPlus digital libraries project and the ESRC National Centre for Research Methods. She is also editor of the Association of Learning Technologies journal, ALT-J.

Martin Oliver is senior lecturer at the Institute of Education. Prior to this he was a lecturer in Teaching and Learning (Communication and Information Technologies) at University College London.

'Contemporary perspectives in e-learning research is a useful book for those actively pursuing research in this area.' - British Journal of Educational Technology

'Esssential reading for anyone interested in understanding more about the research and practice of e-learning.' - Teaching in Higher Education