Online Learning

Paper Summary:

This paper discusses the historical events that have played the most influential role on the evolution in learning in the US. It provides a critical review of the literature concerning educational policy in the United States and looks at the way this policy has been affected by socio-cultural factors and forces. A series of case studies are presented to determine the impact of such historical events and socio-cultural forces. A meta-analysis is used to provide a synthesis of the findings of the literature review and case studies.

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Introduction
Preliminary Review and Discussion
Conclusion
References

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"According to a fact sheet on technology in the 21st century provided by the U.S. Department of Education's Web site, a recent program that is designed to improve student achievement through the use of technology is the new "Enhancing Education through Technology (ED Tech) initiative. The basis for this initiative is the fact that, "Technology is a tool like any other, and the value does not come from having access to it, but rather how it is used. ED Tech grants will improve the quality of education by developing new ways to apply this tool to teaching and learning" (The Facts About...21st-Century Technology, 2006, p. 1). The fact sheet also reports that, "Online tests deliver reports on student progress instantaneously instead of weeks later. When designed well, curriculum software can engage students in solid academic curriculum like never before" (emphasis added) (p. 2)."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Adult education. (2006). Wikipedia. Retrieved April 18, 2006 from http://en.wikipedia. org/wiki/Adult_education.
• The facts about .... 21st century technology. (2006). U.S. Department of Education. Retrieved April 18, 2006 from http://www.ed.gov/nclb/methods/whatworks/21centtech.html.

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