Learning Technology: A Complete Guide for Learning Professionals
- 5h 41m
- Donald Clark
- Kogan Page
- 2023
Learning technology is now an integral part of all learning and development activity. Understanding what these technologies are, how they work and their aims is key to successful L&D practice.
Learning Technology is written by a leading voice in the learning tech industry. It explains the history of learning tech, its aims and how it is the fundamental technology that has driven learning, culture and progress. This book covers everything from writing to printing, broadcast media, teaching technology as well as detailed discussion of learning management systems (LMSs), learning experience platforms (LXPs) and learning record stores (LRSs). It also highlights the importance of data and analytics and covers the latest developments in the learning technology space including artificial intelligence, virtual reality and the metaverse.
Learning Technology helps L&D professionals assess and better understand learning platforms and teaching technologies, both past and present. it supports this by evaluating the benefits of each technology. It also provides insights into the future of work and learning and offers a comprehensive overview and detailed exploration of the topic.
About the Author
Donald Clark has over 38 years' experience in online learning, simulations, virtual reality, mobile and artificial intelligence projects. He was a founding member of Epic Group plc and the Founder and CEO of Wildfire Learning. He is a frequent global speaker, blogger, advisor and researcher and is also a Visiting Professor at the University of Derby. Based in Brighton, UK, Donald Clark is also the author of Artificial Intelligence for Learning and Learning Experience Design, both published by Kogan Page.
In this Book
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List of Abbreviations
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Learning Technology
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Prehistoric Learning Technology
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Writing
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Printing and Books
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Broadcast and Media
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Teaching Technology
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Teaching Machines
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Computers and the Internet
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Platforms
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Content
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Artificial Intelligence
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Metaverse
