25 Years of Ed Tech
Author | : Martin Weller |
Publisher | : Athabasca University Press |
Total Pages | : 225 |
Release | : 2020-02-26 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781771993050 |
ISBN-13 | : 1771993057 |
Rating | : 4/5 (50 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: In this lively and approachable volume based on his popular blog series, Martin Weller demonstrates a rich history of innovation and effective implementation of ed tech across higher education. From Bulletin Board Systems to blockchain, Weller follows the trajectory of education by focusing each chapter on a technology, theory, or concept that has influenced each year since 1994. Calling for both caution and enthusiasm, Weller advocates for a critical and research-based approach to new technologies, particularly in light of disinformation, the impact of social media on politics, and data surveillance trends. A concise and necessary retrospective, this book will be valuable to educators, ed tech practitioners, and higher education administrators, as well as students.