Friday, September 7, 2007

Practical Article for Learning Object Authors

After reviewing our textbook E-Learning, I found it to be a very practical tool that can be used as a handbook. I also found another very practical tool. It is a 32 page article entitled: Guidelines for Authors of Learning Objects by Rachel S. Smith. It defines a learning object as “… any grouping of materials that is structured in a meaningful way and is tied to an educational objective (Johnson, 2003).”
The article offers practical advice for the designing, using and reusing of learning objects (specifically digital learning objects). Additionally, it offers “marketing” tips. This article can be accessed at http://archive.nmc.org/guidelines/NMC%20LO%20Guidelines.pdf

V. Bruce

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