Educational technology - an introduction

The project was delivered, but the text is for Fernuniversität Hagen only - Daniel K. Schneider 19:42, 29 August 2008 (UTC)

Table of Contents 1 Introduction 9 1.1 Architecture of the unit and its chapters 9 1.2 Chapter architecture 10 1.3 Keywords 11 2 What is educational technology? 12 3 Conceptual Foundations I: Learning 15 3.1 Learning theory 15 3.2 Learning domains, levels and style 20 3.3 Metacognition, reflection and learning strategies 27 3.4 Human information processTable of Contentsing and constraints 28 3.5 Motivation and Affect 31 3.6 Creativity 35 3.7 Summary and conclusion 37 4 Conceptual foundations II: Pedagogy 39 4.1 A very short history of instructional design theories 40 4.2 Pedagogical strategies and methods 40 4.3 Instructional design models 46 4.4 Conclusion 47 5 Technologies in education - an overview 49 5.1 A short history of educational technology 50 5.2 Overview of educational technologies 51 5.3 Instructional design models in educational technology 53 5.4 Standards, formats and design languages 55 5.5 Conclusion 67 6 EduTech 1: Technologies for facts and skills learning 69 6.1 Computer-based training 71 6.2 E-instruction 72 6.3 Simple sequencing and QTI 85 6.4 Text-centered alternatives to IMS/SCORM 87 6.5 Wikis 91 6.6 Conclusion and outlook 93 7 EduTech 2: Technologies for concept learning and reasoning 95 7.1 Hypertext 97 7.2 Multimedia animations 104 7.3 The concept of interactivity and interactive multimedia 110 7.4 Concept maps 112 7.5 Microworlds 117 7.6 Simulation 125 7.7 Intelligent tutoring systems 129 7.8 Learning Design 133 7.9 Conclusion 141 8 EduTech 3: Computer-mediated communication and collaborative learning 142 8.1 The concept of computer-mediated communication 143 8.2 General CMC technology 145 8.3 Interaction forms in main-stream e-learning 152 8.4 Computer-Supported Collaborative Learning 158 8.5 Conclusion 163 9 EduTech 4: Technologies for learning in action 165 9.1 Learning in action and project-oriented teaching 166 9.2 Scaffolding, mentoring, coaching and cognitive tools 171 9.3 Activity portals 177 9.4 Social software and web 2.0 services 183 9.5 Learning e-portfolios 187 9.6 Conclusion 190 10 EduTech 5: Tools for Integration 191 10.1 Frameworks to look at integrated learning environments 192 10.2 Integrated and blended learning setups 194 10.3 Learning management systems 197 10.4 Campus portals 200 10.5 Organizing materials and information 200 10.6 Personal learning environments 204 10.7 Conclusion integration tools 208 11 Research and design methodology 210 11.1 Design-based research 211 11.2 Instructional design methods 214 11.3 User-centered design methodology 217 11.4 Development methodology for researchers 218 11.5 Evaluation methodology 219 11.6 Innovation and change management 220 11.7 The relationship between research and practice 224 12 Conclusion 227 12.1 Formats and standards 228 12.2 Authoring tools, microworlds and simulation environments 229 12.3 Delivery systems and on-line productivity tools 229 12.4 Learning types, designs and technologies overview 231 12.5 Further reading 232 12.6 On-line resources 234 13 Glossary 235 14 Index 243 15 Bibliography 249