E-learning Theory and Practice 1st Edition

Excellent material, a lot of information to think about. Presented in a way that made learning uniquely interesting. Thank you!

This text covers an interesting scope of topics. Chapters 1 to 3 set the foundation by revisiting and establishing the authors position in terms of the development of e-learning, and, the need for a a new theory of learning that is appropriate to learning with e-technologies. One idea that emerges from the authors work (Chapter 8)is the idea of e-learning ecologies which is (for me) a new and possibly exciting way to conceptualise e-learning.Taking a largely sociocultural perspective, the remaining chapters examine a number of constructions and issues that are not new to the discussion of e-learning but are reframed by the authors. These include participatory cultures, learning communities, ubiquitous learning/learners, inclusion/exclusion and cross cultural issues. The book concludes with a chapter that discusses research into e-learning.I would highly recommend this very readable book which brings together a number of discussion related to e-learning. It is a must read for all students of learning from undergraduate to postgraduate level as well as academics and practitioners.

Required text book.