Using Communications Media in Open and Flexible Learning

by Robin Mason

Overview

An introduction to three types of interactive media - computer conferencing, audiographics and video conferencing - which explains how each type can be used in the open learning environment. It describes attributes and limitations, analyzing appropriate applications through case studies.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781136351914
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	04/03/2013
Series:	Open and Flexible Learning Series
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	160
File size:	5 MB

About the Author

Robin Mason

Table of Contents

Introduction to telecommunications technology; pedagogical rationale of interaction in learning; significance of synchronous and asynchronous media; implications of using text, audio and video in education; cost effectiveness versus cost savings; training requirements for teachers and tutors; organizational implications of introduction communications technologies; presentation and analysis of computer conferencing, audio graphics and video conferencing; outline of hardware and software required for each; description of advantages and disadvantages; assessment of most appropriate applications; six case studies from undergraduate, training, vocational and professional updating fields; selection and annotation of most significant literature on each of the three media.

Editorial Reviews

Any organization or teacher wishing to know more about communications media in education will find this book an exciting door into a future world.

Journal of Osteopathic Education

... a welcome source of inspiration ... very practical and easily accessible.

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