Book chapter
Authentic tasks online: Two experiences
Informed design of educational technologies in higher education: Enhanced learning and teching, pp.152-165
IGI Global
2011
Abstract
This chapter presents an exploration of the design and methods of two instantiations of authentic learning tasks in online learning environments. The first case employs a service learning orientation involving a distance learning project taught to students in four sites in two countries, while the second case is of a multimedia-based learning environment employing a scenario to engage students in realistic, simulated learning activities. The two approaches are examined through reference to characteristics of authentic tasks. The chapter demonstrates a range of possibilities for the instructor interested in more informed design of technology-based learning environments in higher education, and in particular, the design and creation of authentic learning tasks.
Details
- Title
- Authentic tasks online: Two experiences
- Authors/Creators
- T. Amiel (Author/Creator)J. Herrington (Author/Creator)
- Contributors
- A.D. Olofsson (Editor)J.O. Lindberg (Editor)
- Publication Details
- Informed design of educational technologies in higher education: Enhanced learning and teching, pp.152-165
- Publisher
- IGI Global; Hershey, PA
- Identifiers
- 991005542886007891
- Copyright
- 2012 IGI Global
- Murdoch Affiliation
- School of Education
- Language
- English
- Resource Type
- Book chapter
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