EDIT 235 relates research on learning and instructional design to the practice and development of self-paced instruction. Particular attention will be given to the development of technology based instruction, multimedia learning, learner self-efficacy, motivation, meta-cognition, and self direction.
Students will draft two types of self-paced learning projects and choose one for further
development. Students should have completed EDIT 226 before attempting this class. Some class periods will be "production days" in which assignments may be worked on during the class period in a lab setting. Students should also have completed EDIT 122, the computer competency test, or demonstrate basic computer skills to the instructor.
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After completing this course you will be able to:
Describe various definitions of self-directed and self-paced learning
Discuss general characteristics of self-directed learners and factors related to self-direction and meta-cognition
Discuss key elements of self-directed learning and how it is influenced by instructional methods and media
Analyze problems appropriate for self-directed learning solutions
Describe strategies for teaching fact, concepts, procedures, principles and processes
Select and implement media appropriate for self-paced instruction
Develop drill & practice, expository, simulations, and inquiry-based self-paced architectures
Textbooks
Ruth Clark, (1999). Developing Technical Training: A Structured Approach for Developing Classroom and Computer-based Instructional Materials, Publisher: Intl Society for Performance Improvement; ISBN: 1890289078; 2nd edition
Ruth Clark & Richard Mayer, (2002). eLearning and the Science of Instruction: Proven Methods for Consumers and Designers of Multimedia Learning, Publisher: Pfeiffer; ISBN:0787960519
Tom Green (2005). Macromedia Captivate for Windows (Visual QuickStart Guide), Publisher: Peach Pit; ISBN:0321294173
Suggested Reading
Johanna Keirns, (1998). Designs for Self Instruction, First Edition Allyn & Bacon; ISBN: 0205297013 (Note: This text is frequently referenced in the course, and forms an excellent theoretical foundation of self-paced learning.)
Stephen Alessi & Stanley Trollip (2001). Multimedia for Learning- Methods and Development, Allyn & Bacon, 2001 (ISBN: 0-205-27691-1) This text is available from the publisher, Roberts Bookstore, or from Amazon.com
Nigel Harrison, (1998) How to Design Self-Directed and Distance Learning Programs: A Guide for Creators of Web-Based Training, Computer-Based Training, and Self-Study Materials, Publisher: McGraw-Hill Trade; ISBN: 0070271003
