1. Northcentral University School of Education EL 7001 Roya Azimzadeh July 2012

2. Overview E-Learning Definition Why should we embrace e-learning? The learning pyramid Social learning theory and technology Types of E-learning

3. E-Learning Definition Electronic Learning (E-Learning) Technology-assisted learning and teaching (online and in class) Content is delivered using various media such as text, images, animations, streaming videos, and audio Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/E-learning

4. Why Should We Embrace E-Learning? Pedagogical principles World-class education Technological advancements

5. Social Learning Theory of Albert Bandura Social Learning Theory (socially constructing knowledge and sharing experience) Context Interactions Group and class size Resources Culture and Community Culture Community Image source: Southalabama.eduAdopted from Hill, J. R., Song, L., & West, R. E. (2009). Social Learning Theory and Web-Based Learning Environments: AReview of Research and Discussion of Implications. American Journal Of Distance Education, 23(2), 88-103.doi:10.1080/08923640902857713

6. Social Learning Theory (Continued) Learner Characteristics Epistemological beliefs learners personal beliefs about how knowledge is obtained Individual learning styles Howard Gardners Multiple Intelligences Theory (Jackson, Gaudet, McDaniel, & Brammer, 2009). Self-efficacy learners confidence in managing new tasks Motivation Intrinsic and extrinsic different types of motivation affect learners online learning and performanceAdopted from Hill, J. R., Song, L., & West, R. E. (2009). Social Learning Theory and Web-Based Learning Environments: AReview of Research and Discussion of Implications. American Journal Of Distance Education, 23(2), 88-103.doi:10.1080/08923640902857713

7. Social Learning and Technology WikiImage source: http://www.google.com

8. Social Learningand Technology

9. Types of E-Learning Informal Learners occasionally navigate different websites to learn information without any structured curriculum. Kassens- Noor, 2012 referred to Twitter as an active, informal, and outside-of-class learning tool (p. 2). Self-paced learners access learning materials designed by training professionals at their preferred time, location, and pace. (e.g. learners independently develop learning strategies in an e-Learning course) (Wiklund-Engblom, 2009).

10. Types of E-Learning (continued) Leader-led An instructor or professional leader designs instructional activities and facilitates students learning electronically. Students can access synchronous course-related information per video-conferencing, audio, or text messaging. Students can also access asynchronous course materials online at any time. Performance support Tools Electronically supported learning and teaching (e.g. how-to software and tutorials)Sources: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Instructor-led_training http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?search=performance+support+tools&title=Special%3ASearch

11. Summary Reasons for embracing e-Learning: To improve the quality of educational practices To accommodate different learners learning styles Flexibility of time, location, and speed To practice innovative educational approaches To offer learner-centered education (eliminate passive learning and foster interactive learning while engaging the participants) And much more .. Thank you for your time!

12. ReferencesJackson, A., Gaudet, L., McDaniel, L., & Brammer, D. (2009). Curriculum integration: The use of technology to support learning. Journal Of College Teaching & Learning, 6(7), 71-78.Kassens-Noor, E. (2012). Twitter as a teaching practice to enhance active and informal learning in higher education: The case of sustainable tweets. Active Learning In Higher Education, 13(1), 9-21. doi:10.1177/1469787411429190Sandars, J. (2011). The e-learning site. Education For Primary Care, 22(5), 345-346.Wiklund-Engblom, A. A. (2009). Approaches and strategies for choice of actions in self-paced e-learning in the workplace. International Journal Of Advanced Corporate Learning, 2(1), 56-61. doi:10.3991/ijac.v2i1.618