Flexible learning

Flexible Learning Resources and References

Resources

Constructive Alignment, The Higher Education Academy, UK

A Blended Approach to Active Learning, EDTeC, UNSW.

Ron Oliver’s Technology Supported Learning Database (TSLDB)

Universities’ Collaboration in eLearning (UCEL) University of Cambridge: online resources for health sciences with many virtual demonstrations.

Group work

Innovative teaching and learning

Emerging technologies for learning: volume 2 (2007)

7 things you should know about...YouTube, Educause.

References

Al-Mahmood, R. & McLoughlin, C. (2004). Re-learning through e-learning: Changing conceptions of teaching through online experience. Proceedings of the 21st ASCILITE Conference (pp. 37-47). Perth, 5-8 December. http://www.ascilite.org.au/conferences/perth04/procs/al-mahmood.html

Allen, B., Crosky, A., McAlpine, I., Hoffman, M., Munroe, P. (2006) A blended approach to collaborative learning: Can it make large group teaching more student-centred? Proceedings of the 23rd annual Ascilite conference: Who’s learning? Whose technology? Ascilite 2006, The University of Sydney. http://www.ascilite.org.au/conferences/sydney06/proceeding/pdf_papers/p125.pdf

Anderson, T. (2003) Getting the Mix Right Again: An updated and theoretical rationale for interaction. The International Review of Research in Open and Distance Learning, Vol 4, No 2. http://www.irrodl.org/index.php/irrodl/article/view/149/230

Biggs, J. (2003) Teaching for quality learning at university : what the student does. 2nd ed. Berkshire, UK: Society for Research into Higher Education: Open University Press. http://www.learningandteaching.info/learning/solo.htm

Bonk, C. & Graham, C. (Eds.), (2005) Handbook of blended learning: Global perspectives, local designs. San Francisco, CA: Pfeiffer Publishing.

Bostock, S. (2007). E-Teaching: Engaging Learners Through Technology. SEDA Paper 119, London: Staff and Educational Development Association.

Bretag, T. & Hannon, J. (2007) Online close and personal: Developing a community of inquiry using computer mediated communication. In Meeri Hellsten and Anna Reid (Eds). Researching International Pedagogies for Teaching and Learning, Netherlands: Springer.

Casey, J., & Wilson, P. (2006). A practical guide to providing flexible learning in further and higher education. Gloucester: QAA. http://www.enhancementthemes.ac.uk/documents/flexibleDelivery/flexible_delivery_QAA_124.pdf

Collis, B., & Moonen, J. (2001). Flexible learning in a digital world: Experiences and expectations. London: Kogan Page.

Cornelius, S. & Gordon, C. (2008). Providing a flexible, learner-centred programme: Challenges for educators .The Internet and Higher Education 11, 33–41.

Dabbagh, N. (2000). Online-protocols. http://mason.gmu.edu/~ndabbagh/wblg/online-protocol.html. In Anderson, T. (2004) “Teaching in an Online Learning Context,” in Terry Anderson&Fathi Elloumi, (2004) (eds) Theory and Practice of Online Learning, Athabasca University.

Garrison, D.R. & Kanuka, H. (2004) Blended learning: Uncovering transformative potential in higher education. The Internet and Higher Education, 7, 95-1005.

Goodyear, P. (2002) “Psychological Foundations of Networked Learning,” in Steeples, C. & Jones, C. (eds) Networked Learning. London, New York: Springer.

Goodyear P et al (2001) Effective networked learning in higher education: notes and guidelines, JISC-JCALT and CSALT, Lancaster University, available at: http://csalt.lancs.ac.uk/jisc/guidelines_final.doc

Heinze, A. and C. Procter (2004). Reflections on the Use of Blended Learning. Education in a Changing Environment conference proceedings, University of Salford, Salford, Education Development Unit, Available on-line: http://www.ece.salford.ac.uk/proceedings/papers/ah_04.rtf)

Laurillard, D. (2002) Rethinking University Teaching: A Conversational Framework for the Effective Use of Learning Technologies (2nd edition), RoutledgeFalmer, London.

Mayes, T. & de Freitas, S. (2004) Review of e-learning theories, frameworks and models, JISC e-Learning Models Desk Study. http://www.jisc.ac.uk/whatwedo/programmes/elearning_pedagogy/elp_outcomes.aspx

Normand, C. & Littlejohn, A. (2006) Flexible delivery: a model of analysis and implementation of flexible programme delivery. Enhancing Practice, The Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education. www.enhancementthemes.ac.uk

Oliver, R. (2005). Using blended learning approaches to enhance teaching and learning outcomes in higher education. Proceedings of the International Association of University Presidents' Teaching Showcase. Joondalup, WA: Edith Cowan University. http://elrond.scca.ecu.edu.au/oliver/2005/iaup2.pdf

Oliver, R. (2000). Developing online learning environments that support knowledge construction, in A Blended Approach to Active Learning, EdTec.

Salmon, G. (2004) E-tivities, All Things in Moderation. http://www.atimod.com/e-tivities/5stage.shtml

Salmon, G. (2004). E-moderating: The Key to Teaching and Learning Online (2nd Ed.), New York: Routledge Falmer.

Willems, J. (2007). Flexible learning: Implications of “when-ever, “where-ever” and “what-ever”. Distance Education, 26(3), 429−435.