1. E-learning: the strategy continuum Dr Alejandro Armellini Unit for the Enhancement of Learning and Teaching University of Kent 12 June 2003

2. E-learning: quality, markets, revenue? Working definition for e-learning: Learning facilitated and supported through the use of information and communication technologies. E-learning could enable institutions to: Enhance existing services Avoid costs of expanding physical infrastructure Transcend geographical and time boundaries Reach new student markets

3. E-learning dimensions (1) Technological –Usually salient in e-learning initiatives –Led by technologists or technology-inclined teachers –Technology-driven decision: “Technology is available  it will be incorporated”

4. Economic –Often overlooked or underestimated –It is usual to start with low-risk pilots led by a few innovators Need for larger numbers of teachers and courses involved + significant investment. E-learning dimensions (2)

5. Pedagogical –Significant dependence of pedagogical strategies on technology and technical skills –Teaching strategies, among other decisions, often exceed teachers’ expertise E-learning dimensions (3)

6. Technological EconomicPedagogical E-learning dimensions (summary)

7. A needs analysis What the institution offers Which services it aims to improve or what new services it aims to launch Can e-learning be used to achieve the above in a technologically, financially and pedagogically effective way? In other words: What questions is e-learning the answer to?

8. The strategy continuum (1)

9. The strategy continuum (2)

10. At Kent today… 81 active courses 74 teachers 3040 students

11. The strategy continuum (3)

12. A two-dimensional approach (1)

13. A two-dimensional approach (2)

14. A two-dimensional approach (3)

15. A three-dimensional approach

16. A possible strategy?

17. Final thoughts: appropriate technologies as agents of change (1) E-learning is not limited to 'new forms of distance education'. It enables a spectrum of models that combine f2f & online learning. Each tool, old and new, should be used for what it does best for teachers and learners.

18. Final thoughts: appropriate technologies as agents of change (2) The Internet is here to stay and will develop further: research-based teacher education programmes are needed to understand, adapt and incorporate new technologies as and where appropriate. Appropriate e-learning models as agents of change and innovation in educational systems. Clear rules needed by all: where is this institution going on the e-learning front?

19. Thank you Dr Alejandro Armellini Unit for the Enhancement of Learning and Teaching University of Kent C.A.Armellini@kent.ac.uk