Including new material on blogs, wikis, podcasts and e-portfolios, the second edition reflects the increasing number of e-learning courses. This practical, flexible text helps students enhance and develop their existing skills whether they are a distance learner, or at an institution which has e-learning integrated into their programmes.

Covers the main topics of elearning skills including the use of blogs, wikis, podcasts and eportfolios
Assumes a practical approach, in its advice and activities
Flexible: the reader can dip in and out of chapters
Provides a comprehensive glossary, and offers a range of resources for the elearner to further develop their skills

Autorentext

ALAN CLARKE is a part-time tutor for the Open University, UK, and Associate Director at the National Institute for Adult Continuing Education. He is currently assisting with developing the curriculum for ICT as a Skill for Life, and is the author of many publications including IT Skills for Successful Study (Palgrave Macmillan, 2005).
ALAN CLARKE is a part-time tutor for the Open University, UK, and Associate Director at the National Institute for Adult Continuing Education. He is currently assisting with developing the curriculum for ICT as a Skill for Life, and is the author of many publications including IT Skills for Successful Study (Palgrave Macmillan, 2005).

Inhalt

What is e-Learning.- Traditional Skills.- Computer Skills.- Learning Environments.- e-Learning skills.- Developing Skills.- e-Portfolios.- Communication Skills.- Group and Co-operative Learning.- Further Information and Resources.- Appendix 1: Assessing Your Learning Skills.- Appendix 2: Tips for the Successful e-Learner.- Appendix 3: Assessing Your ICT Skills.- Appendix 4: Main Sources of Dissatisfaction.- Appendix 5: Referencing electronic sources.- Glossary.- Index.