Foreword ..................................................... viii
Preface ........................................................ xi
Chapter I
Flexible Learning in an Open and Distributed Environment ........ 1
Badrul H. Khan, The George Washington University, USA
Chapter II
Modes of Openness and Flexibility in Cognitive Flexibility
Hypertext Learning Environments ................................ 18
Rand J. Spiro, Michigan State University, USA
Brian P. Collins, Michigan State University, USA
Aparna R. Ramchandran, Michigan State University, USA
Chapter III
Authentic Learning on the Web: Guidelines for Course Design .... 26
Jan Herrington, University of Wollongong, Australia
Ron Oliver, Edith Cowan University, Australia
Anthony Herrington, University of Wollongong, Australia
Chapter IV
Designing Community Learning in Web-Based Environments ......... 36
Mercedes Fisher, Pepperdine University, USA
Bonita Coleman, Valley Christian Schools, USA
Paul Sparks, Pepperdine University, USA
Cheryl Plett, Cerro Coso Community College, USA
Chapter V
Intercultural Collaborative Project-Based Learning in Online
Environments ................................................... 50
Karen L. Murphy, Western New Mexico University, USA
Yakut Gazi, TexasA&M University, USA
Lauren Cifuentes, Texas A&M University, USA
Chapter VI
We'll Leave the Light on for You: Keeping Learners Motivated
in Online Courses .............................................. 64
Vanessa Paz Dennen, Florida State University, USA
Curtis J. Bonk, Indiana University, USA
Chapter VII
Humanizing Learning-at-Oistance: Best Practice Guidelines
for Synchronous Instructors .................................... 77
Kathleen Barclay, University of Phoenix School of Advanced
Studies, USA
Chapter VIII
Storytelling as a Web-Based Workplace Learning Pedagogy ........ 86
Nick Nissley, The Banff Centre, Canada
Chapter IX
Use of Virtual Exhibits for Promoting Science Learning on the
Webs of Science Centers ........................................ 99
Leo Tan Wee Hin, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
R. Subramaniam, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
Chapter X
Flexible Learning: Onsite! .................................... 110
Claus Witfelt, IT University of Copenhagen, Denmark
Chapter XI
Asynchronous Content Design for Flexible Learning: The Macro
and Micro Level of Frameworks to Share Knowledge Online
Between Professionals and Community ........................... 116
Gülsün Kurubacak, Anadolu University, Turkey
T. Volkan Yuzer, Anadolu University, Turkey
Chapter XII
Online Faculty Proficiency and Peer Coaching .................. 126
Jason D. Baker, Regent University, USA
Shauna Tonkin, Regent University, USA
Chapter XIII
WhatDo They Learn? ............................................ 135
Carla R. Payne, Vermont College of Union Institute and
University, USA
Chapter XIV
Mobile Learning Technologies .................................. 146
Diane M. Gayeski, Ithaca College, USA
Chapter XV
Strategies for Sharing the ReMoTe: Changing the Nature of
Online Collaboration .......................................... 153
Richard Caladine, University of Wollongong, Australia
Brian Yecies, University of Wollongong, Australia
Chapter XVI
Integrating Multimedia Cues in E-Learning Documents for
Enhanced Learning ............................................. 164
Ankush Mittal, Indian Institute of Technology, India
Krishnan V. Pagalthivarthi, Indian Institute of
Technology, India
Edward Altman, Institute for Infocomm Research, Singapore
Chapter XVII
Interface Design for Web Learning ............................. 178
Lorna Uden, Staffordshire University, UK
Chapter XVIII
Improving the Usability of Distance Learning Through
Template Modification ......................................... 186
Linda L. Lohr, University of Northern Colorado, USA
David A. Falvo, University of Northern Colorado, USA
Erin Hunt, University of Northern Colorado, USA
Ben Johnson, University of Northern Colorado, USA
Chapter XIX
Management of the Learning Space .............................. 198
Susan M. Powers, Indiana State University, USA
Christine Salmon, North Harris Montgomery Community
College District, USA
Chapter XX
Ethical Issues in Web-Based Learning .......................... 209
Joan D. McMahon, Towson University, USA
Chapter XXI
Moving Toward the Implementation of Contextualized
Educational Technology ........................................ 218
Esko Kähkönen, University of Joensuu, Finland
Erkki Sutinen, University of Joensuu, Finland
Chapter XXII
Evaluation Strategies for Open and Distributed Learning
Environments .................................................. 226
Thomas С. Reeves, The University of Georgia, USA
John G. Hedberg, Macquarie University, Australia
Chapter XXIII
Components of Effective Evaluation in Online Learning
Environments .................................................. 236
Steven R. Terrell, Nova Southeastern University, USA
Chapter XXIV
Flexible Assessment: Some Tensions and Solutions .............. 247
Chris Morgan, Southern Cross University, Australia
Jenny Bird, Southern Cross University, Australia
Chapter XXV
Toward a Comprehensive Model of E-Learning Evaluation:
The Components ................................................ 260
Curtis J. Bonk, Indiana University, USA
Robert A. Wisher, U.S. Department of Defense, USA
Matthew V. Champagne, IOTA Solutions, USA
Chapter XXVI
Evaluating Flexible Learning in Terms of Course Quality ....... 272
Betty Collis, University of Twente, The Netherlands
Anoush Margaryan, University of Twente, The Netherlands
Chapter XXVII
Assessing Online Collaborative Learning: A Theory,
Methodology, and Toolset ...................................... 282
Linda Harasim, Simon Fraser University, Canada
Chapter ХХVIІI
Evaluating the Flexibility of Learning Processes in
E-Learning Environments ....................................... 294
Maia T. Dimitrova, Joint Information Systems Committee
(JISC), UK
Chapter XXIX
Obstacles Encountered by Learners, Instructors, Technical
Support, and Librarians ....................................... 306
Badrul H. Khan, The George Washington University, USA
Laura J. Cataldo, National Louis University, USA
Ruth Bennett, National Credit Union Administration, USA
Salvatore Paratore, George Washington University, USA
Chapter XXX
A Program Satisfaction Survey Instrument for Online Students .. 320
Henry L. Smith, San Jose State University, USA
Badrul H. Khan, The George Washington University, USA
Aboutthe Editor ............................................... 338
About the Authors ............................................. 340
Index ......................................................... 350
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