Theory and Practice of Online Learning

Abstract

Presents the theory, administration, tools, and methods of designing and delivering learning online. Foundations of educational theory for online learning / Mohamed Ally -- Toward a theory of online learning / Terry Anderson -- Value chain analysis: a strategic approach to online learning / Fathi Elloumi -- Developing an infrastructure for online learning / Alan Davis -- Technologies of online learning (e-learning) / Rory McGreal, Michael Elliott -- Media characteristics and online learning technology / Patrick J. Fahy -- The development of online courses / Dean Caplan -- Developing team skills and accomplishing team projects online / Deborah C. Hurst, Janice Thomas -- Copyright issues in online courses: a moment in time / Lori-Ann Claerhout -- Value added: the editor in design and development of online courses / Jan Thiessen, Vince Ambrock -- Teaching in an online learning context / Terry Anderson -- Call centers in distance education / Andrew Woudstra, Colleen Huber, Kerri Michalczuk -- Supporting asynchronous discussions among online learners / Joram Ngwenya, David Annand, Eric Wang -- Library support for online learners: e-Resources, e-Services and the human factors / Kay Johnson, Houda Trabelsi, Tony Tin -- Supporting the online learner / Judith A. Hughes -- The quality dilemma in online education / Nancy K. Parker.