Teaching Learning and Leadership
Digital learning: an Australian research agenda
by Gerry White , Principal Research Fellow
30 November, 2008
Introduction
The use of ICT in education has gained momentum recently with Australian Government announcements of a Digital Education Revolution (DER) (DEEWR, 2008) for which significant funds have been allocated to provide computers plus on-costs and internet access for secondary school students. In addition, priority has also been given to the development of online curriculum content, preservice and inservice professional development of teachers and web portals to encourage education community participation.
The take up of ICT in education has been a national priority since 1995 when the Australian Government together with State and Territory Governments each allocated funds to progress education and training access to the internet and the provision of digital content and services. A multitude of services emerged such as EdNA on a national scale as well as State level web services such as TALE in NSW and Sofweb/Ultranet in Victoria, along with haphazard professional development programs and some small advances in broadband provision to education and training institutions. So what research would be helpful to assist educational decision making processes and maximise such a significant educational investment?
Full Paper: Digital learning: an Australian research agenda by Gerry White , Principal Research Fellow
30 November, 2008