Visualizing ICT Change in the Academy

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Author(s): G. Parchoma (University of Saskatchewan, Canada)
Copyright: 2007
Pages: 20
Source title: Enhancing Learning Through Human Computer Interaction
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Elspeth McKay (RMIT, Australia)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-59904-328-9.ch001

Keywords: Human Aspects of Technology / Information Science Reference / Social Sciences & Humanities

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This chapter introduces complexity theory as a theoretical framework for analyzing the influences of information and computer technologies (ICTs) on the structures, cultures, economies (reward systems), and pedagogical praxes within the Academy. An argument is made that the strategic adaptation of the academy’s structures, cultures, economies, and pedagogical praxes to the knowledge economy can help build a future where Academy-based distributed learning networks will transmit ICT-mediated learning opportunities around the world, thus providing flexible access for a wide range of learners to fully participate in the global learning society. The author posits attunements to policies and practices to support institution-wide involvement in ICT initiatives.

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