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Online Distance Education

Towards a Research Agenda
  • Edited by: Olaf Zawacki-Richter and Terry Anderson
Language: English
Published/Copyright: 2014
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Online Distance Education provides a systematic overview of the major issues, trends, and areas of priority in research on online distance education. Intended as a primary reference and guide for educators, researchers, and policymakers, it addresses issues of cost and economics, social justice, cultural impacts, professional development for faculty, and the management and growth of learner communities.

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Zawacki-Richter Olaf :

Olaf Zawacki-Richter is professor of educational technology at the University of Oldenburg, and also teaches in the online Masters of Distance Education and E-Learning program offered jointly by the University of Oldenburg and the University of Maryland, University College.Anderson Terry :

Terry Anderson is professor and researcher in the Technology-Enhanced Knowledge Research Centre at Athabasca University. His research interests focus on interaction and social media in educational contexts. He is the editor of The Theory and Practice of Online Learning, 2nd ed., winner of the 2009 Charles E. Wedemeyer Award.Olaf Zawacki-Richter is professor of educational technology at the University of Oldenburg, and also teaches in the online Masters of Distance Education and E-Learning program offered jointly by the University of Oldenburg and the University of Maryland, University College. Terry Anderson is professor and researcher in the Technology-Enhanced Knowledge Research Centre at Athabasca University. His research interests focus on interaction and social media in educational contexts. He is the editor of The Theory and Practice of Online Learning, 2nd ed., winner of the 2009 Charles E. Wedemeyer Award.

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“It is impossible in this short review to represent the breadth and depth of the chapters in this volume. Suffice it to say at this point that there is a cornucopia of recommendations for research agendas or projects throughout the chapters. Journal editors as well as faculty, who research and teach in online distance education, may find that this book increases their awareness of the research gaps. [...] This volume is an eye-opener, and it should be on the desk or device of every distance education researcher and student.”


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Part I MACRO-LEVEL RESEARCH: DISTANCE EDUCATION SYSTEMS AND THEORIES

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Part III MICRO-LEVEL RESEARCH: LEARNING AND TEACHING IN DISTANCE EDUCATION

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9781927356630
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