Introduction Change has always been a norm of life but over the past few decades’ widespread organisational change has assumed gigantic proportions. The developments in technology, increasing needs of society, and the emergence and growth of global organisations are some
THROUGH THE GATEWAY: How Computers Can Transform Rehabilitation
Introduction The Prison Reform Trust (PRT), established in 1981, is a registered charity that works to create a just, humane and effective penal system. PRT aims to improve prison regimes and conditions, uphold human rights, address the needs of prisoners’
TABLET PCS, MOBILE LEARNING, AND HIGHER EDUCATION: IN SEARCH OF A PARADIGM?
ABSTRACT The emergence of tablet PCs marks a paradigm shift in the computing industry. Is there a corresponding paradigm shift in education? Tablet PCs are not always considered in the context of mobile learning, usually on grounds of size. They
Learning Online: Models and Styles
Introduction It is essential that we understand how online environments and technologies can be used to support and enhance learning if we are to create effective online learning experiences for our students. This chapter examines the context and pedagogy for
Review of vocational education and training research in the UK
Introduction This guide to UK VET research has been designed for use by European researchers, who are involved in the COST Action All on Promoting flexibility, mobility and transferability as targets of VET. As COST provides networking support, but does
Planning for Organizational Change and the Role of Leadership in Implementing Change
Abstract This paper has critically evaluated aspects of change within an organization by providing the purpose and scope of the article. Major types of orgnaizational change are discussed such as; the common types of change experienced within an organization, incremental
Using learning styles theory to improve on-line learning through computer assisted diagnosis
Introduction Despite the success in a number of education and training environments of a variety of Learning Styles diagnostic tools1,2 and particularly the success of Honey and Mumford3, there still appears to be a scarcity of research, development and action
Enhancing Learning Management Systems to Better Support Computer Science Education
ABSTRACT Many individual instructors — and, in some cases, entire universities — are gravitating towards the use of comprehensive learning management systems (LMSs), such as Blackboard and Moodle, for managing courses and enhancing student learning. As useful as LMSs are,
Learners’ Beliefs and Perceptions toward Mobile Devices for Learning
Abstract The aim of this study is to provide educators more insight on the learners’ beliefs and perceptions of the different mobile communication devices which contribute to the effectiveness of mobile learning in a higher education institution among a diverse
Change management
Introduction Change is endemic in the education sector. The pressures for change come from all sides: globalisation, changes to the funding and regulatory regime, doing more with less, improving the quality of student learning and the learning experience, and the