Abstract

This subject introduces students to the different types of flexible delivery available in the adult and vocational education sector, with a particular focus on online delivery. An emphasis is placed on the students developing the skills to use, evaluate and possibly modify flexible delivery resources to suit the needs and … For more content click the Read More button below.

Syllabus

Overview of educational technologies in the adult and vocational learning environmentThe role of technology in teaching and learning, including multimedia and online resourcesLocation and evaluation of educational multimedia and online resourcesFlexible delivery options in the adult and vocational learning environmentClassroom technologies as tools for collaborationOnline learning in the adult and … For more content click the Read More button below.

Assessment items

1. Trialing Technologies
2. Learning Blog
3. Online Activity and Evaluation

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
1.
be able to describe a range of educational technologies and position them within a learning theory framework;
2.
be able to display a critical perspective on the potential value of educational technologies;
3.
be able to critically evaluate educational technology resources using criteria derived from a range of appropriate learning theories;
4.
be able to articulate the broad issues associated with the use of computer technologies in teaching and learning, particularly in terms of inclusivity; and
5.
be able to respond to the needs of different types of learners in different flexible delivery contexts.

Enrolment restrictions

This subject is not available to students who have completed EMT220.