This open access book provides related theories, methods, strategies, and practical cases for implementing education reform through blended learning in curriculum, program, and institutions in the digital age. It sums up the research and practice achievements of blended learning from different research teams, involving more than 20 experts from…

The perpetual connectivity made possible by twenty-first-century technology has profoundly affected instruction and learning. Emerging technologies that upend traditional notions of communication and community also influence the ways we design and evaluate instruction and how we understand learning and learning environments. In "Instruction and…

Animated pedagogical agents (APAs) have the potential to provide one-on-one, just-in-time instruction, guidance or mentoring in classrooms where such individualized human interactions may be infeasible. Much current APA research focuses on a wide range of design variables tested with small samples or in laboratory settings, while overlooking…

Although e-learning has been prompted to various education levels, the intention to continue using such systems is still very low, and the acceptance-discontinuance anomaly phenomenon (i.e., users discontinue using e-learning after initially accepting it) is a common occurrence. This paper synthesizes the expectation-confirmation model (ECM), the…

In this study, we examined how high-school students utilized a hypermedia learning environment (HLE) to acquire declarative knowledge of a historical topic, as well as historical thinking skills. In particular, we were interested in whether self-regulated learning (SRL; Winne & Hadwin, 1998; Zimmerman, 2000) processing was related to the…

This paper reviews past research that focused on questions of culture in distance learning. Of specific interest are the studies that examined the influence of culture on students' learning and engagement in asynchronous learning networks (ALNs). The purpose of this review is three-fold: to present the state of knowledge concerning the questions…

Microcomputers can contribute to a handicapped child's communication, control of the environment, education, and recreation. Descriptions are given of projects to adapt the technology to serve students with difficulties in hearing, speech and language, learning and cognitive skills, and movement and neurological development. (CL)

Laser videodiscs should be a boon for teachers, administrators, and librarians. More extensive use of videodiscs is described and encouraged. An imaginary videodisc teaching unit is detailed and examples of current videodiscs, such as History Disquiz, are given. (JL)

Describes a value-oriented computer game called "The Healer," which focuses on healing one's enemies and the environment, while maintaining sufficient life force to achieve these objectives. Stresses that collaboration between students and teachers can result in computer programs that are value-driven, appealing to students, and useful…

The article discusses the use of computers in the education of gifted children, focusing on computer assisted instruction in the classroom. (DLS)

Discusses the changes that technology has brought to the music classroom. Argues that the need for change is crucial for understanding technology, in its application, and for the resulting process of education. Compares computer-assisted instruction with technology-based education. Suggests that rather than technology degrading the arts, the arts…

"Teacher Net" is described as a low cost computer network to provide computer assisted and managed instruction. The system consists of one microcomputer, an interface box, and as many as 16 keypads or keyboards for data input. The system can be used for independent student practice, assessment, group instruction, and data management.…

Presents an eight-step model for introducing computers into an educational program. Emphasizes advance planning, which includes developing a theoretical basis, specifying a mission, defining measurable outcome, refining evaluation criteria, preparing a program, and implementing, evaluating, and recycling the results. (MLH)

Describes applications of Time-shared Interactive Computer-Controlled Television (TICCIT) in various computer-assisted instruction programs, including those of the United States armed services. For example, the army is using TICCIT to investigate the effectiveness of CAI as the primary training medium for instructing its reserve units. (JN)

It is necessary for those who are developing and/or evaluating software for purchase to carefully consider its educational compatibility, instructional design adequacy, and technical adequacy. Specific factors are examined as they relate to the development and/or evaluation of educational microcomputer software for handicapped learners. (Author)