Technology-rich Learning Environments: A Future Perspective - Hardcover

Myint Swe Khine; Darrell Fisher

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 9812384359 ISBN 13: 9789812384355

Publisher: World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd, 2003

Synopsis

The proliferation of information and communication technology tools in recent years has led many educators to revise the way they teach and structure their learning environments. The growth of technology applications in teaching and training is not only gaining momentum, it is becoming a significant part of today's educational scene.This book presents research and case studies to explain how these technology-rich learning environments can be structured and positive results can be achieved. The authors, based on their extensive research data present the pedagogical and organizational implications of technology-rich learning environments and, more importantly, they provide practical models, ideas and exemplars for educators to actualize the full potential of technology in the future.

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From the Publisher

Trainee teachers; educational policy-makers; school management personnel; information and communication technology coordinators; computing teachers; academics.

Synopsis

The powerful changes brought by information and communication technology to schools and institutions in recent years have led many educators to revise the way they teach and structure their learning environments. The growth of technology applications in teaching and training is not only gaining momentum, it is becoming a significant component in today's educational scene. This book presents research and case studies to explain, for the first time, how these technologically-rich learning environments can be optimized and achievements can be sustained. The authors draw on their extensive research in the area to explore the paedagogical and organizational implications of technology-rich learning environments and more importantly, they provide practical models for educators to realize the full potential of technology in the future. This comprehensive book provides a coherent framework for understanding technology-rich learning environments.

Edition details

• Publisher: World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd
• Publication date: 2003
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 9812384359
• ISBN 13: 9789812384355
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 400