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Archived Version 2019 - 2020
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Description This module aims to develop a critical understanding of theory and practice with regard to learning ecologies in the digital age. It provides an opportunity to engage with and critique learning theories which underpin, support and enhance learning in environments where digital technologies are employed, while examining the strategies and tools necessary for practical implementation. Students are presented with contemporary theory, literature and contexts against which they are encouraged to examine their personal, professional and organisational strategies for digital learning. Through international case studies and practical experience, students will develop an understanding of the opportunities and challenges associated with developing digital ecologies in a range of education and training contexts. Through practical workshops students will also consider a variety of contemporary and emerging digital technologies and their applicability/potential for the student’s setting/context. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Learning Outcomes 1. Critically evaluate the concept of ‘ecology’ and its applicability to education and training settings that employ digital technologies in teaching and learning 2. Demonstrate a critical appreciation of the key theories underpinning learning ecologies in a digital age 3. Analyse the role of underlying pedagogy in the development of digital learning environments 4. Identify effective learning strategies appropriate for digital learning in their context 5. Develop an understanding of international best practice in the development of digital learning environments 6. Identify patterns of success from case studies on the implementation of digital learning environments 7. Critically reflect on the challenges associated with learning ecologies that feature digital technologies. 8. Appraise a range of contemporary and emerging digital technologies, and evaluate the potential of these for their own organisation or context 9. Articulate a vision for digital learning ecologies appropriate to their organisation or context | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Indicative Content and
Learning Activities Indicative ContentThe concept of Ecology and related concepts, and their application to learning in a digital age The evolving nature of ‘digital’, ‘online’ and ‘e-learning’, and what it means to be a learner in the 21st Century. (e.g. flexible learning, ubiquitous learning, informal learning, just-in-time learning). Past and present trends in digital and distance learning - insights and implications. Digital Learning Futures: emerging practices, pedagogies and technologies. Theories of Learning with regard to Digital Learning (Constructivism, Connectivism, Constructionism, etc.) Digital learning design frameworks (e.g. Community of Enquiry, 7 Cs of Learning Design, 21CLD, TPACK) Ecologies of Open (MOOCs, OERs, Open Publishing, etc) The maker movement and makerspaces Learning Space design for the 21st century The Connected Educator/Learner in the Digital Age Considering prominent technological developments and their implications for learning in a digital age (e.g.: Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, Big Data, Internet of Things) Roles and relationship of institutional technologies and/vs. personal technologies for learning (e.g. VLE & PLE) Case studies (national and international) from a range of educational settings Practical workshops to consider a variety of contemporary digital technologies and their applicability/potential for the student’s setting/context (e.g. augmented and virtual reality, Lego Mindstorms, Game-based Learning, etc). | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Indicative Reading List
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Other Resources 31026, Johnson, L., Adams Becker, S., Cummins, M., Estrada, V., and Freeman, A. (2015). 2015 NMC Technology Outlook for Higher Education in Ireland: A Horizon Project Regional Report. Austin, Texas: The New Media Consortium. Retrieved from http://cdn.nmc.org/med, 0, 31027, National Forum for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning in Higher Education (2017). Ireland’s higher education technical infrastructure: A review of current context, with implications for teaching and learning enhancement. Dublin: National Forum. Retr, 0, 31028, National Forum for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning in Higher Education (2015). Learning resources and open access in Higher Education Institutions in Ireland. Dublin: National Forum. Retrieved from https://www.teachingandlearning.ie/wp-content/up, 0, 31029, Siemens, G., Gasevic, D., and Dawson, S. (2015). Preparing for the Digital University: a review of the history and current state of distance, blended and online learning. Athabasca University, Canada. Retrieved from http://linkresearchlab.org/PreparingDig, 0, | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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