Evaluation and Implementation of Distance Learning

by Belanger, France; Jordan, Dianne H.

• ISBN13: 9781878289636
• ISBN10: 1878289632
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 1999-12-01
• Publisher: Igi Global

Summary

The twentieth century saw the creation and evolution of technologies beyond imagination a century ago. The acceptance of these technologies has led to a new alternative for providing education and training-distance learning. This book focuses on the processes, techniques and tools that are being used to successfully plan, implement and operate distance learning projects. Both professionals and educators who must enter this challenging teaching and training environment will benefit from Evaluation and Implementation of Distance Learning: Technologies, Tools and Techniques.

Author Biography

France Belanger is an assistant professor of information systems in the Department of Accounting and Information Systems and a researcher for the Center for Global Electronic Commerce at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Dr. Jordan is a strategic information technology planner at Booz Allen and Hamilton

Table of Contents

Introduction	1	(12)
Objectives of the Book	3	(1)
Organization of the Book	4	(1)
The Need for Distance Learning	4	(2)
Defining Concepts	6	(3)
Distance Training and Distance Education	9	(1)
Distance Teaching and Distance Learning	9	(1)
Defining Distance and Distributed Learning	10	(1)
Evaluating Distance Learning	10	(3)
Learning Variables in Distance Learning	13	(22)
Learning Objectives	14	(6)
Interactivity	20	(6)
Synchronicity	26	(2)
Learner Centeredness	28	(2)
Course Mediation	30	(2)
Reusable Learning Objects	32	(1)
Summary of Learning Variables	32	(3)
Distance Learning Technologies	35	(54)
Computer-Based Training	36	(8)
Computer-Aided Instruction	44	(5)
Web-Based Training	49	(22)
Teleconferencing	71	(7)
Videotape	78	(3)
Video Tele-Training	81	(5)
Summary of Instructional Technologies	86	(3)
Media Conversion Analysis and Instructional Design Considerations	89	(40)
Overview of the ADDIE Model and Process	89	(7)
Understanding the Scope of the Media Conversion Analysis	96	(4)
Three Ways to Employ the Technologies Discussed in this Book	100	(4)
Screening for Distance Learning Suitability	104	(3)
Variables to Consider in Choosing Total Conversion, Combined Delivery, Technology Insertion	107	(2)
Variables to Consider in Choosing Appropriate DL Media Types	109	(8)
Evaluating Instructional Units	117	(1)
Estimating Compression Rates	117	(2)
Estimated Development Hours	119	(1)
Resources Required Through the Conversion Life Cycle	120	(9)
Multimedia Content Development	129	(42)
Levels of Courseware Complexity	134	(6)
Steps in the Development Process	140	(8)
Features and Functions of Tools for Developing Multimedia Instructional Content and Computer Managed Instruction	148	(9)
Selected Courseware Development and Course Management Systems Tools	157	(14)
Distance Learning Implementation and Evaluation	171	(24)
Managing Your Distance Learning Initiative	171	(6)
Emerging Trend: Hybrid Delivery Methods	177	(5)
Transitioning to a Distance Learning Environment	182	(1)
Upgrading Your Infrastructure to Support Distance Learning	183	(2)
Evaluating Distance Learning	185	(7)
Concluding Comments	192	(3)
Examples of Distance Learning Evaluation and Implementation	195	(28)
Case Study I: Strategic Analysis	195	(10)
Case Study II: Course Conversion Analysis	205	(8)
Case Study III: Infrastructure Analysis	213	(10)
Bibliography and References	223	(4)
Appendices	227	(13)
A: Data Input Forms	227	(3)
B: Definitions	230	(4)
C: Infrastructure Survey and Upgrade Requirements	234	(1)
D: On-line Resources for Distance Learning	235	(5)
Index	240	(6)
Author Biographies	246