online learning tuesday, 08 december 2015. what is online learning? use of the internet, it and...
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Online Learning
Friday, April 21, 2023
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What is online learning?• Use of the Internet, IT and online communications
tools to deliver and participate in learning opportunities
• Can use text, graphics, sound, video• Online communications tools include chat, forums,
email• Can be entire course or short ‘bite-size chunk’ of
learning.• Can be self-directed or tutor-supported
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How do I find out about online learning opportunities?
• Search the Web• Following links from other Websites (eg BBC)• Recommendations from others (eg via
Communities tutor discussion forum)
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Advantages
• Anywhere, anytime• Well-designed online learning can cater to a
variety of learning styles• More learner-centred• Learner can work at own pace• Gives a ‘voice’ to those who are maybe shy in
a face to face situation
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Disadvantages
• Not everyone has sufficient access• Lots of poorly designed examples out there!• Lack of experienced online tutors• Some people miss the human face to face
contact• Suits independent learners best
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Who are your learners?
• What do they want to learn?• What do they know already?• What IT/Internet access do they have?• What are their learning styles?• Do they have• What kind of support are they likely to
want/need?
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How do I evaluate online learning for my learners?
• Think of who your learners are• Is the subject appropriate?• Is the level appropriate?• Is it easy to use?• Who wrote it – is it authoritative?• Is it accredited?