Online Learning and Teaching with Technology

In the 21st century technology has become an essential part of teaching and learning. This manual provides practical advice on teaching in a wide range of technologies, including the internet and multimedia packages. Using case studies to illustrate the key concepts, this book aims to promote student learning and understanding, and show educators how to use technology to motivate learners and encourage productive interaction.

This book focuses on issues concerning effective teaching and learning with technology. As technology becomes more integrated in teaching higher education professionals need to consider how to make the best effective use of technologies, and how they can be used in an integrated way to really improve learning and teaching.The principal message of this book is that the use of technology must be driven by student need. Using case studies and detailed practical experiences from around the world, it shows how technology can be applied to improve learning, access and choice. Rather than focusing on technology itself, the book is usefully organized according to issues of learning. It will be valuable reading for all higher education professionals who are under pressure to make their teaching more effective.