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=ETEC 559 (Wiki): ICT and the New Learning Environments= Opportunities to explore, examine, and develop new learning environments using ICT tools. Topics include multiple learning modes; multi-path progression; student-centered collaborative learning; active, exploratory, and inquiry-based learning; critical thinking and informed decision making; proactive, planned action; and authentic learning in context.

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The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) suggests that new learning environments will emerge from the use of new media and technology in teaching and learning. This course is designed to explore the range of NLEs and the implication of NLEs in teaching and learning.
 * ===Traditional Practices=== || ===New Learning Environments=== ||
 * Teacher-centered instruction . || Student-centered learning ||
 * Single sense stimulation || Multi-sensory stimulation ||
 * Single path progression || Multi-path progression ||
 * Single media || Multimedia ||
 * Isolated work || Collaborative Work ||
 * Information Delivery || Information Exchange ||
 * Passive learning || Active/Explorative/Inquiry-based learning ||
 * Factual/Literal Thinking || Critical thinking, informed decision-making ||
 * Reactive response || Proactive/planned action ||
 * Isolated, artificial contexts || Authentic, real world context ||