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Monday, May 20, 2002
http://ifets.ieee.org/periodical/vol_2_2002/discuss_summary_january2002.html Beyond Classroom Solutions: New Design Perspectives for Online Learning Excellence Moderator & Summariser: Maggie Martinez Pre discussion paper - Introduction This discussion is aimed at professionals who want to explore new perspectives on designing Web learning instruction and environments. It is intended for participants who recognize that conventional classroom design methodologies may not always work for online learning, especially when an instructor is not available to facilitate more independent learning. What changes do we need to make when we shift the responsibility for learning from the classroom instructor to the online learner? What are our new considerations and what changes do we need to make when we expect learners to become more-self motivated and self-directed online learners? Like many others, I have many questions. What are others doing to consider the changes and demands for online learning? In fact, I would like to see our industry take a formal approach in considering the impact (good and bad) that technology has had on how we design, integrate and present instruction and environments and develop social relationships. I would like to see a framework based on concrete research that distinguishes key differences that can guide our online design strategies—with successful results. An exaggerated hope perhaps but let’s start talking about what needs to be done!...
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