About the Book:
Web-based technology has opened up education around the world to the point where anyone can learn anything from anyone else at any time. To help educators and others understand what-s possible, Curt Bonk employs his groundbreaking "WE-ALL-LEARN" model to outline ten key technology and learning trends, demonstrating how technology has transformed educational opportunities for learners of every age in every corner of the globe.
The book is filled with inspiring stories of ordinary learners as well as interviews with technology and education leaders that reveal the power of this new way of learning.
Table of Contents
Introduction to the Open Learning WorldWe All LearnTo Search and to Scan: Opener #1: Web Searching in the World of E-BooksE-Demand Around the Globe: Opener #2: E-Learning and Blended LearningIt is a Free Software World After All: Opener #3: Availability of Open Source and Free SoftwareMIT in Every Home: Opener #4: Leveraged Resources and Open Course WarePortals for the People: Opener #5: Learning Object Repositories and PortalsMaking a Contribution: Opener #6: Learner Participation in Open Information CommunitiesCollaborate or Die!: Opener #7: Electronic Collaboration and InteractionWho Are You?: Opener #8: Alternative Reality LearningU-Learning?: Opener #9: Real-Time Mobility and Portability
