Instructional Technology for Teaching and Learning: Designing Instruction, Integrating Computers, and Using Media

This book successfully integrates instructional design principles, methods, media, and computing, and it uses a learner-centered approach that focuses on how to design solid technology-enhanced instruction that increases learning. It details the basic theories and applications of educational technology in a reader-engaging format. Includes a new chapter, Using the Internet and Distance Education, which is particularly timely given the explosion of on-line technology. For educators and school administrators

Unique in its approach, this text integrates the three general areas of Instructional Design, Media, and Computers in a single volume. It shows teachers how instruction is designed, developed, and improved; explains the types and uses of different media formats (especially the use of the personal computer); and shows them how to integrate and apply specific approaches, strategies, techniques, media, and technology to have maximum impact on student learning.