E-Learning by Design, 2nd Edition
- 9h 12m
- William Horton
- John Wiley & Sons (US)
- 2012
Since the first edition of E-learning by Design, e-learning has evolved rapidly and fringe techniques have moved into the mainstream. Underlying and underwriting these changes in e–learning are advances in technology and changes in society.
The second edition of the bestselling book E-Learning by Design offers a comprehensive look at the concepts and processes of developing, creating, and implementing a successful e-learning program. This practical, down-to-earth resource is filled with clear information and instruction without over simplification. The book helps instructors build customized e-learning programs from scratch—building on core principles of instructional design to: develop meaningful activities and lessons; create and administer online tests and assessments; design learning games and simulations; and implement an individualized program.
About the Author
William Horton is a leading e-learning consultant and president of William Horton Consulting, Inc. He is the author or co-author of numerous books including E-learning by Design, Designing and Writing Online Documentation, Leading E-learning, Evaluating E-learning, Using E-learning, Secrets of User-Seductive Documents, E-learning Tools and Technologies, Getting Started in Online Learning, and The Web Page Design Cookbook.
In this Book
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Designing E-Learning—Planning the Development of Online Learning
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Absorb-Type Activities—Presentations, Demonstrations, Stories, and Field Trips
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Do-Type Activities—Practice, Discovery, and Playing Games
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Connect-Type Activities—Linking Learning to Life, Work, and Future Learning
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Tests—Assessing Learning
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Topics—Accomplishing Specific Learning Objectives
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Games and Simulations—Learning by Playing and Pretending in Virtual Worlds
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Social Learning—Learning as and from a Group
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Mobile Learning—E-Learning for People on the Go Out in the World
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Design for the Virtual Classroom—Designing and Delivering Instructor-Led Webinars and Courses
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Conclusion—The Future of E-Learning
