Learning theory and the use of technology in HE -- Inclusive practice : disability and diversity -- Collaboration and networking : the use of social media -- Technology for interaction -- Technology for assessment and feedback -- Podcasting and vodcasting -- Virtual learning environments -- Open source -- Immersive 3D online environments -- Future developments
Summary
The climate of Higher Education is changing rapidly. The students are more likely to see themselves as consumers and have increasingly high expectations regarding teaching and learning. Universities are in part aiming to meet this need by increasing the use of technology; for example, whether to increase access to teaching materials outside the classroom or to make lectures more interactive. Although there is no illusion amongst Higher Education intuitions that technology is a panacea, it is clear that technology is a vital tool in meeting expectations and one that will be used more and mor