"This book examines the multiple definitions of caring pedagogies through a focus on programming and educators who are making emotional connections with students to support student achievement and clo
Educators are finding that communication and interaction are at the core of a successful web-based classroom. This interactivity fosters community, which contributes to effective and meaningful learni
"This book explores new interactive platforms that contain elements related to these senses so that learning is more complete and dynamic between teacher and student. It shows new learning platforms,
For instructors, educational technologists, software developers, students, and staff at educational institutions, Magoulas (computer science, U. of London, UK) brings together engineers, computer scie
Contributors from the UK report on recent research and cases in using technology to respond to the specific needs and interests of each student. The cases described range from whole class to individua
This collection of research papers on artificial teaching environments is designed for educators and researchers who need to stay informed about the latest technologies for digital simulations. Editor
The 18 papers in this collection describe blended learning practices for combining face-to-face and online approaches to instruction, and report the benefits of using technology to connect learners fr
Ertl (University of the Bundeswehr-Munich, Germany) gathers researchers and academics from the US and Europe to shed light on the latest techniques related to knowledge construction in online environm
Communities of practice (CoPs) have been recognized as effective environments to support collaborative learning among professionals, organizations, and educational institutions. This work compiles rec
This reference work describes new models and systems that conduct efficient evaluations of student activity in Internet-based education programs. Contents include research from international experts a
This collection presents several design approaches to technology enhanced learning based on interactive behavior, cognitive theories, and affective characteristics. The 15 chapters discuss the transit
Ertl (University of Bundeswehr-Munich, Germany) gathers perspectives and scenarios on e-collaborative knowledge construction. Material is in sections on environments for e-collaborative knowledge cons
Researchers in education, education technology, and computers introduce educators to the use of virtual worlds for teaching and learning, and lead them through a number of experiences and the conc
Scholars of education from all over the world--many specializing in science and mathematics education, but others in, for example childhood or adult education--grapple with issues that arise from teac
Recent research from Canada is collected here, shedding light on techniques for design and use of educational games and simulations, especially in the area of health-related learning. The papers are b
Technology is essential for access to learning and development of a knowledge society.Cases on Interactive Technology Environments and Transnational Collaboration: Concerns and Perspectives provides
Contributed by an international group of researchers working in computer science, engineering, psychology, and other fields, the 23 chapters in this volume explore the application of 3D virtual realit
This work proposes a conceptual framework for distance language learning and provides principles for understanding, designing, and running distance language learning environments, addressing component
This book combines features of a handbook and a survey text. Because faculty and staff work in a do-it-yourself environment, emphasis is on practical methods for acquiring and creating digital imagery
"This book compiles real-world case studies on successful classroom models and practices to provide rewarding learning environments for students with disabilities. It addresses topics such as behavior
