Subject Code ISE5607 Subject Title E-Learning Technologies and Practices Credit Value 3 Level 5 Pre-requisite/Corequisite/Exclusio n Completing the subjects ISE542 Managing Knowledge or ISE543 Methods and Tools for Knowledge Management Systems is required Objectives This subject provides students with the knowledge to 1. understand the prevalent models of electronic learning, development of learning strategies, and construct business cases; 2. appreciate the general and niche applications of electronic learning; 3. explore the existing and emerging technologies, systems and practices that underpin/impact the formulation and deployment of electronic learning and assess their implications. Intended Learning Upon completion of the subject, students will be Outcomes a. equipped with capabilities and understanding of e-learning concepts and models to plan for e-learning courses, representations, interactions, and technologies; Subject Synopsis/ Indicative Syllabus b. equipped with evaluation and deployment capabilities and understanding of specific emerging e-learning technologies, systems and practices; c. equipped with strategic and management capabilities and insights in applying and sustaining e-learning within the enterprise; d. able to facilitate the personal mastery of being an e-learning practitioner with continuous awareness on e-learning environment and issues, and proficiency in technologies, systems, practices, projects, and other e-learning efforts. 1. E-Learning Strategic Issues E-learning environment and rationale; Policy issues; Stakeholder requirements; Business model and process needs; Risks; Learning Scenarios. 2. E-Learning Models and Technologies Blended learning; Digital libraries; Asynchronous/Synchronous learning; platform; Learning management systems. 3. Knowledge E-learning elicitation; technology E-Learning Course Delivery Course components; Learning objectives; Instructional design; Internet; Human-computer interaction; Intelligent systems. 4. Project Management Project planning and control; Roles and responsibilities; Procurement; Evaluation model and metrics; Evaluation methods. Teaching/Learnin g Methodology Face-to-face and online lectures/seminars, discussion forums, email support, and are blended to facilitate students' learning. Interactive and multimedia online learning materials are available to students for selfdirected learning. Teaching/Learning Methodologies Intended subject learning outcomes to be assessed a b c d Lecture/Seminar Tutorial Case study Discussion Forum / elearning Assessment Methods in Alignment with Intended Learning Outcomes Specific assessment methods/tasks % weighting Intended subject outcomes to be assessed learning a b c d 1. Assignments 26% 2. Bulletin board 9% 3. Case study 10% 4. Examination 55% Total 100% Assignments and case study are aimed at assessing students’ capabilities and understanding of e-learning technologies and practices. The bulletin board also inspires insights on applying and sustaining e-learning within the enterprise. The examination is aimed at assessing the knowledge and skills gained by the students. Student Study Effort Expected (Block Mode / Evening Mode) Class contact: Face-to-face lectures / presentations 3 hours per week x 8 weeks 24 Hrs. On-line tutorial / seminar 3 Hrs. Bulletin board 12 Hrs Other student study effort: Studying and self learning 36 Hrs. Assignment, case study report writing 30 Hrs. Total student study effort 105 Hrs. Reading List and References 1. Rosenberg, M, J. 2001, E-learning: Strategies for Delivering Knowledge in the Digital Age, Mc GrawHill 2. Carliner and Shank 2008, The E-Learning Handbook: Past Promises, Present Challenges, Pfeiffer 3. Piskurich, G, M. 2003, The AMA Handbook of E-Learning: Effective Design, Implementation Technology Solutions, American Management Association, AMACOM 4. Bonk, C, J and Graham, C, R. 2005, Handbook of Blended Learning, Global Perspectives, Local Design, Pfeiffer