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My name is Jasmine McCormack and I am a 2nd year student studying PR and Media&Communications.
My subjects for 2005, Semester 2 are:

• New Media Technologies
• Internet Promotion
• Media and Communication Industries
• Corporate Writing and Editing

ANNOTATED BIBLIOGRAPHY

Anderson, T and Garrison, D.R. (2003) E-learning in the 21st century: A framework for research and practice. New York; London: Routledgefalmer

ISBN: 0415263468

The approach taken in this book is twofold. Firstly, it analyses the social changes and social implications that are prevalent due to the emergence of e-learning and online interaction. And secondly, it takes a practical look at how e-learning systems can be successfully implemented into social institutions as well as day to day situations. The information in this book is loosely based and written with a broad perspective to ensure it can be adapted to suit different social and institutional circumstances. It more prominently focuses on gaining an extensive understanding of the online industry as opposed to specific knowledge on ever-changing technologies.

Barr, T. (2002) “The Internet and Online Communication�?, in S. Cunningham and G. Turner (eds) The Media and Communications in Australia, Crows Nest: Allen and Unwin, pp. 244-257.

ISBN: 1865086746

Trevor Barr’s chapter on the internet and online communication broadly discusses the changes and implications that the internet has had and continues to have on Australian society, and more specifically Australia’s communications industries. It makes specific reference to the social media power structure as well as social actions which have become online industries including e-business, e-learning and political activism. The chapter also questions the notion that the ‘internet changes all’, and the external social connotations attached to the growth of online industries.

British Broadcasting Corporation (2005) Retrieved on 09 August 2005 from: www.bbc.co.uk [1]

The British Broadcasting Corporation’s website is an example of social e-learning. The website offers consumers access to daily news headlines as well as further social news and information through online communication and interaction. The website gives the opportunity for consumers to seek out specific information on particular topics. While this website is not considered to be a virtual classroom following a specific agenda, it is a prime example of e-learning existing in a broader sense and being utilised for the purpose of both individual and social development.

O’Donoghue, J, Singh, G and Worton, H (2005) ‘A study into the effects of E-learning on higher education’ in The Journal of University Teaching and Learning Practice Vol 2, issue 1. Retreived 07 August 2005 from http://jutlp.uow.edu.au/[The Journal of University of Teaching and Learning Practice]

This article discusses the potential changes e-learning can have on the traditional structure of universities and establishments of higher education. The article looks at all aspects of the higher education system, including those of the organizational (administrative) structure of universities, The role of teaching staff, the learning environment and accessibility for students as well as student performance. It takes into consideration both the positive and negative aspects to creating a virtual classroom, and offers a comprehensive analysis of the differences between the e-learning and traditional learning environment.

Siemens, G. (2002) ‘The Art of Blogging – Part 1: Overview, Definitions,Uses and Implications’, Retrieved on 07 August from: www.elearnspace.org/Articles/blogging_part_1.htm.[www.elearnspace.org]

The Art of Blogging – Part 1 is a factual article which defines the uses and implications of weblogging. Some of the uses for blogging that are outlined and discussed include: Self expression, learning, Campaigning and social reform. This article then goes on to list how blogging can be beneficial on an individual and social level. All of the information in this article is presented in a succinct way, and is also linked to further examples, further studies and authors related to blogging in all of its different contexts. It is a balanced article which offers both the positive and negative arguments surrounding the concept of online interaction in all of its forms.

Svetcov, D (2000) “The Virtual Classroom vs. The Real One�? Forbes Magazine. Retrieved on 07 August 2005 from: www.forbes.com/best/2000/0911/050.htm.forbes magazine

This article discusses the concept of virtual classrooms and online education as an online financial industry and a social investment. It statistically breaks down the growth of e-learning as an industry, and also analyses the financial investment that is being made to further establish online and distance education systems. This article primarily stipulates e-learning to be a beneficial opportunity for many people worldwide who are not able to physically attend university, and in this respect also looks at the future financial and social benefits an online education system can have. It makes reference to e-learning as a generational tool which will continually develop, with its results and effects being evident further into the future.

Timms, D. (2001) “E-learning – Back to the Future?�? Scotland: University of Sterling. Retreived 07 August 2005 from: http://www.celd.stir.ac.uk/Papers/eLearning_Back_to_the_Future.pdf

This article discusses the concept of e-learning, looking at its benefits and restrictions, primarily in terms of geographical, cultural and social barriers. It recognizes the educational potential the internet offers and the growth of the e-learning industry, yet also recognises that the internet is not readily available worldwide, and therefore not everyone has the same opportunities to take advantage of e-learning. The article makes specific reference to ‘barriers to access’ including: remote and rural areas, poverty, cultural factors and disabilities. This article also makes reference to the future of the spread of the internet and therefore the growth in interest in web based learning, while at the same time expressing the social dangers that can follow.

Trow, M (2002) “Some Consequences of the New Information and Communication technologies for Higher Education�? in Robbins, K and Webster, F (ed) The Virtual University? Knowledge, Markets and Management, London: Oxford University Press, pp 301-317.

ISBN: 0199257930

Trow’s chapter broadly discusses some of the worldwide changes that have already occurred and will continue to occur through the growth of new media technologies and the development of e-learning environments. Some of the changes that are represented in this article include: the ‘democratization’ of higher education, differences among subjects, differences among students, the mix of traditional and distance learning and the changing functions of higher education. Trow predicts the e-learning will continue to develop alongside distance education, however will never fully replace the traditional methods of gaining a higher education.

Wallhaus, R (2000) “E-Learning: From institutions to providers, from students to learners�? in Katz, R and Oblinger, D (ed) The “E�? is for everything: E-commerce, E-business and E-learning in the future of higher education, San Francisco: Jossey Bass pp 21-53.

ISBN: 0787950106

The main focus of Robert Wallhaus’ chapter is to recognise and understand the difficulties of implementing online education systems into higher education establishments. Wallhaus admits that e-learning is an inevitable phenomenon which will completely alter our current attitudes and approaches to the higher education system, yet outlines administrative compromises in order to do so. He addresses institutional and programmatic configurations, faculty roles and work patterns, analysis of revenue and expenditure streams, assessment of student progress and learning gains and analysis of student participation patterns. He also addresses the notion that universities and higher establishments will not yet rely entirely on an online learning system, and therefore compatibility between the new and old teaching/learning methods must be attained.