Internet and networked technologies have expanded delivery mode opportunities in education. In recent years, many universities have offered either predominantly online courses or online learning platforms embedded within traditional modes of on-campus and face-to-face learning. Online learning has thus developed into a priority within modern educational facilities and has grown significantly both in Australia and other countries.
To consider the connection between student learning and effective integration of technology, this study provides an overview about the requirements for learning in a modern society. It will discuss current reforms in higher education to accommodate a new generation of digital Australians and to prioritize teaching and learning issues in online environments.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Literature Review
- Educating the Net Generations
- MOOCS: A new trend with challenges and advantages
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This study aims to provide an overview of the requirements for learning in a modern society, considering the connection between student learning and effective integration of technology. It explores current reforms in higher education to accommodate a new generation of digital Australians and prioritizes teaching and learning issues in online environments.
- The impact of ICT on education and the rise of online learning
- The characteristics and learning preferences of the Net Generation
- The challenges and opportunities presented by Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs)
- The role of social networking technologies in education
- The need for universities to adapt to a changing technological landscape
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
The introduction discusses the growing importance of online learning in higher education, highlighting the potential of ICT to enhance learning quality and student engagement. It outlines how technology has expanded delivery modes and changed the learning environment.
The literature review explores the context of online learning within Australian higher education. It examines the impact of the Internet and ICT on tertiary learning and teaching, highlighting the evolving student expectations and the need for universities to embrace new technologies. The chapter delves into the characteristics of the Net Generation and their unique approach to learning, exploring the impact of technology on their lives and learning preferences. The chapter further examines the rise of Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs), discussing their advantages and challenges, including their potential impact on traditional higher education models and the ongoing debate surrounding their effectiveness.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The primary keywords and focus topics of this text are: higher education, ICT, online learning, Net Generation, MOOCs, social networking technologies, student engagement, and technological adaptation within the educational sector.
- Quote paper
- Karim Hajhashemi (Author), Nerina J. Caltabiano (Author), Neil Anderson (Author), Cliff Jackson (Author), 2014, Online Learning. Increasing Learning Opportunities, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/313802
