Handbook of Online Learning

The Handbook of Online Learning is a comprehensive reference text for teachers and administrators of online courses and programmes It presents a discussion of the conceptual and theoretical foundations of online learning along with an exploration of practical implementation strategies Key Features - It is the most comprehensive reference text available for teachers and administrators of online courses and programs - Emphasis on interactive teachinglearning strategies – challenging people tthink differently about pedagogy - Provides a strong theoretical base before discussing applications - Part I first presents the changing philosophies and theories of learning - Part II covers implementation or the practice of online learning - Several chapters deal with the issues related tthe growing corporate online learning environment New tThis Edition - Twelve new articles on the latest issues including topics such as psychology of online learning, training faculty, digital libraries, ethical dimensions in online learning, legal issues, course management systems and evolving technologies - Ten key articles retained from current edition are revised and updated treflect current trends and changes in the field - Companion website with pertinent links and related information for each chapter - All contributors tthe first edition were from the Fielding Institute; the second edition reaches beyond tscholars from other institutions for a more diverse collection Praise for the First Edition The Fielding Institute authors apply an impressive wealth of organizational management theory and experience in their analyses of computer-mediated teaching and learning The result is an enjoyable-to-read, fresh and lively book, delivering an abundance of ideas about how testablish a supportive learning environment, design a well structured course and manage electronically mediated dialog, -- in other words, how tsuccessfully facilitate learning in the new context of on-line distance education —Michael G Moore, Pennsylvania State University and Editor, The American Journal of Distance Education This book is a fascinating, comprehensive, revealing array of information about online learning It is full of practical applications and significant implications for a future where online learning will play an increasingly larger role It is essential for any library keeping up on online learning innovations —Dr Bernard J Luskin, President and Co-CEO, GlobalLearningSystems, Inc Visiting Professor, Claremont Graduate University This book not only is that rare breed that addresses online learning in both higher education and corporate environments but every chapter is intriguing, informative, and accurately grounded This book provides a comprehensive, timely, and informative look at online learning in higher education and corporate training settings For an update on the state of e-learning in educational and training environments, simply read this book —Curtis J Bonk, PhD, Indiana University and Coursesharecom Business and Learning have enjoyed a symbiotic relationship in our culture The pace of change, however, has created separation between these twvital elements The Handbook of Online Learning showcases the latest thinking and applications in learning delivery, and offers real promise that the gap is being bridged —DM Verkest, AT&T Wireless Services, Vice-President-National Operations The authors of this book are all experienced distance educators whknow what the issues are: How are people engaged in teaching and learning at a distance present tone another? How dyou create a community in the class? How can a teacher deal with an obstreperous student? What are the teachinglearning environments in universities and corporations as they affect distance education? The essays in this book inhabit the border where the idea of distance education meets the reality The give practical advice and provide examples informed by both theory and experience —Stanley Chodorow, Professor Emeritus, University of California, San Dieg& Former CEO, California Virtual University