EDIT 6606 Foundations for Distance Learning

Prepares candidates to design, develop, and evaluate high quality instructional
environments for electronic delivery that are consistent with major learning theories
and contemporary best practices for distance learning. Accessibility options for
exceptional learners are also explored. Students develop expertise in the use of relevant
digital communication technologies and several learning management systems for
computer-based and mobile-based platforms.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

EDIT 6604

Student Learning Outcomes

SCHOOL OF EDUCATION OUTCOMES (See School of Education Syllabus A – IV)

COURSE OUTCOMES:

The student will be able to:

Demonstrate an understanding of, and ability to use, industry standard tools used for the design, development, and delivery of e-learning systems. [CCLO: 5; AECT: Content Knowledge, Content Pedagogy, Learning Environments, Professional Knowledge and Skills]

1. Demonstrate an understanding of foundational learning theories as applied to the design of e-learning. [CCLO: 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 9; ECMMCLO: 11, 12, 14; SECMCLO: 12, 13, 14, 15; SPEDMCLO: ALL; AECT: Content Knowledge, Content Pedagogy, Learning Environments, Professional Knowledge and Skills]
2. Demonstrate an understanding of learner motivation in e-learning and how this affects the design of e-learning systems. [CCLO: 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 9; ECMMCLO: 11, 12, 14; SECMCLO: 12, 13, 14, 15; SPEDMCLO: ALL; AECT: Content Knowledge, Content Pedagogy, Learning Environments, Professional Knowledge and Skills]
3. Conduct analyses of learners and needs in order to create instructional goals and/or performance objectives. [CCLO: 1, 3, 4; ECMMCLO: 12, 14, 14, 14; SPEDMCLO: 11, 12, 13, 16, 20; AECT: Content Knowledge, Content Pedagogy, Learning Environments, Professional Knowledge and Skills; PSC IT: 5.1, 5.3]
4. Develop assessment strategies aligned with instructional and/or performance objectives. [CCLO: 6, 9, 10; ECMMCLO: 11, 14; SECMCLO: 12, 14, 15; SPEDMCLO: 12, 13, 15, 16, 18, 20; AECT: Content Knowledge, Content Pedagogy, Learning Environments, Professional Knowledge and Skills; PSC IT: 2.1, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 2.7, 2.8, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3]
5. Synthesize and apply evidence-based research into the design of an e-learning system designed to meet established objectives. [CCLO: ALL; ECMMCLO: 11, 12, 14; SECMCLO: ALL; SPEDMCLO: ALL; AECT: Content Knowledge, Content Pedagogy, Learning Environments, Professional Knowledge and Skills, Research; PSC IT: ALL]
6. Create a prototype of an e-learning system that meets established objectives and adheres to best practices for the use of text, media, graphics, and accessibility features for diverse and exceptional learners. [CCLO: ALL; ECMMCLO: 11, 12, 14; SECMLO: 12, 14, 15, 16; SPEDMCLO: ALL; AECT: Content Knowledge, Content Pedagogy, Learning Environments, Professional Knowledge and Skills; PSC IT: 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.5, 2.7, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 3.7, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3]
7. Prepare a professional evaluation of an e-learning system, assessing its adherence to research recommendations and industry best practices. [CCLO: 6, 8, 9, 10; ECMMCLO: 14; SECMCLO: 11, 14, 15; SPEDMCLO: ALL; AECT: ALL; PSC IT: 2.7, 2.8, 5.1, 5.3]