ONLINE LEARNING: INCREASING LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

Karim Hajhashemi; Neil Anderson; Cliff Jackson; Nerina Caltabiano

doi:10.18768/ijaedu.317638

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ONLINE LEARNING: INCREASING LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

Abstract

Internet and networked technologies have expanded delivery mode opportunities in education. In recent years, many universities have offered either predominantly online courses or online learning platforms embedded within traditional modes of on-campus and face-to-face learning. Online learning has thus developed into a priority within modern educational facilities and has grown significantly both in Australia and other countries. To consider the connection between student learning and effective integration of technology, this study provides an overview about the requirements for learning in a modern society. It will discuss current reforms in higher education to accommodate a new generation of digital Australians and to prioritize teaching and learning issues in online environments.

Keywords

Higher education,ICT,Online Learning

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Primary Language

English

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Journal Section

Research Article

Authors

Karim Hajhashemi
Australia

Neil Anderson
Australia

Cliff Jackson
Australia

Nerina Caltabiano
Australia

Publication Date

April 30, 2017

Submission Date

May 30, 2017

Acceptance Date

April 20, 2017

Published in Issue

Year 2017 Volume: 3 Number: 7

DOI

https://doi.org/10.18768/ijaedu.317638

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https://izlik.org/JA46LZ66JA

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Hajhashemi K, Anderson N, Jackson C, Caltabiano N (April 1, 2017) ONLINE LEARNING: INCREASING LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES. IJAEDU- International E-Journal of Advances in Education 3 7 184–189.