A responsive conceptual framework for effective on-line delivery

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Research and Development in Higher Education Vol. 23: Flexible Learning for a Flexible Society

July, 2000, 755 pages
Published by
Lesley Richardson & John Lidstone
ISBN
0908557477
Abstract 

The implementation of on-line learning environments has become a key objective for universities throughout the world. The use of information and communication technologies for on-line delivery in education has allowed diverse learning needs to be met. New methodologies for using information systems are now possible. Information and communication technology has the potential to reshape learning environments and to challenge established approaches to teaching and learning. The objective of this paper is to examine how understanding of instructional design theory and models provides appropriate conceptual frameworks for on-line delivery. The paper will examine key components of instructional theory and their relationship to on-line learning environments. It also shows the need for instructional theory and models to be applied responsibly to new on-line learning environments. A conceptual framework for on-line delivery that has been implemented within the School of Education (NSW) at Australian Catholic University is examined.