Overview
Advances in technology are making Web-based education (WBE) a reality, but there are still many questions that need to be answered. Can traditional university do a good job of WBE? What are the roles of instructors? Administrators? Students? What class size is feasible/relevant/optimal in WBE? How should students be evaluated in WBE? It is necessary for educators and trainers to constantly enhance their understanding of the issues, trends and opportunities associated with the area and its related technologies and their impact on educational systems, programs and particularly, students. These questions and more are addressed in Web-Based Instructional Learning.
Synopsis
Twenty-four chapters consider the emerging forms and applications of Web-based education, and examine the relationship between it and traditional universities, instructors, administrators, students, class size, and evaluation. Specific chapters discuss constructivist approaches, strategic planning and project management, the learning environment, infrastructure issues, cognitive effects, student perceptions, on-line practice quizzes, MBA programs, and design techniques. Case studies are provided. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)