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Adaptable Learning Theory Framework for Technology-Enhanced Learning
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Adaptable Learning Theory Framework for Technology-Enhanced Learning

Byron Havard, Lakshmi Prayaga, Marlene L. East and Alex Whiteside
Educational Leadership and Administration: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications, pp.611-634
IGI Global
2017
DOI: https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-5225-1624-8.ch030
Web of Science ID: WOS:000404161000031

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Abstract

The sheer volume of technological innovations with educational potential along with the myriad of instructional theories and models present quite the challenge for educators. A contemporary framework is needed to connect these components with learning theory and to ultimately serve as a guide to educators grappling with how to align the interrelated components of effective instruction when using educational technologies. The objective of this chapter is to present a viable contemporary framework to fulfill this need. The Adaptable Learning Theory Framework for Technology Enhanced Learning (AF-TEL) provides a framework based on the cognitive presence, social presence, and teaching presence tenets of the Community of Inquiry model (Garrison, Anderson, & Archer, 2003) to achieve desired educational outcomes. Professional Development for STEM Teachers using Discovery Labs (PDSTDL) is a format of teacher professional development that integrates AF-TEL to address the critical need of preparing effective STEM teachers.

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