| General Information |
| Pre-requisites & Requirements |
Because this is an advanced course, knowledge of human learning theories is assumed as is familiarity with technology-based learning environments. Scholarly writing skills and access to peer-reviewed article resources are highly recommended.
| Course Descriptions |
This course is an advanced class for graduate students who wish to obtain knowledge of research in distance education. It provides an introduction to the theories concerning distance education and an introduction to research in distance education. The focus of the course is on the research and theoretical framework of distance education in school settings. The intent of the course is to provide a comprehensive understanding of the theories involved in distance learning, relevant new technologies, and preparation of educators to determine rational choices regarding distance education research and the learning theories applicable to distance education.
| Learning Goals & Outcomes |
| Course Materials |
Rheingold, Howard (1998). The Virtual Community.
It can be downloaded for free at: http://www.rheingold.com/vc/book/
Optional Textbook
Gunawardena, C. N., & McIsaac, M. S. (2003). Distance education. D. Jonassen (Ed.), Handbook for research on educational communications and technology (pp. 355-396). Mahwah, NJ: Lawrence Erlbaum Associates.
**If you are an AECT member, you can download the entire book online.
Notes: Many required readings will be given online.
| Reading Resources |
| Delivery System |
Course will be delivered on WebCT Vista at http://vista.nau.edu, not WebCT Campus Edition (CE).
| Notes |
This is a course description not a final syllabus for the course.
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It is important for those interested in this class to consult their program advisor and the instructor before enrolling. If you have questions regarding this course, please e-mail the instructor, Chih-Hsiung Tu, Ph.D. at Chih.Tu@Nau.Edu or 928-523-0671.