Authorised by Academic Registrar, April 1996
Objectives Upon successful completion of this subject, students should be able to explain the concept of open and flexible learning; describe the theories and processes of instructional design; discuss considerations relating to the application of information technology to instruction and learning; explain the relationships between open and flexible learning, instructional design and information technology, with reference to the structures of design, management and characteristics of technology; demonstrate an awareness of the issues involved in the development of open and flexible learning, the theories and processes of instructional design and the application of information technology through discussion of them; identify research problems associated with aspects of open and flexible learning, instructional design and information technology approaches in their own workplace environment.
Synopsis This subject will examine the application of instructional design approaches and methods to the development of learning systems and materials. An open learning approach to education and training embraces the ideas of flexibility in modes of study, management of study and in the application of technology-based instructional mechanisms. The subject will focus on issues in design and open learning which relate to the application of information, communication and presentation technologies and packages. The subject will concentrate on systems approaches and adult learning.
Assessment Journal: 10% + Issues seminar presentation: 30% + Research proposal: 30% + Prototype/plan: 30%