This document discusses various theories that are relevant to e-learning, including behaviorism, cognitivism, constructivism, and social presence theory. It also addresses e-learning models, e-moderating, components of effective e-learning, whether e-learning should be technology-led or theory-led, and the need for theoretical foundations in e-learning design. Key sources are referenced at the end.

1. Theory and e-Learning ?

2. Who feels connected? EDST340 E-Learning

3. Theories EDST 340 E-Learning WHAT? (Behaviourist) HOW? (Cognitive) WHY? (Constructivism)

5. E-Learning Models EDST340 E-Learning

6. E-Moderating EDST340 E-Learning

7. Components of effective e-Learning EDST340 E-Learning Ally (2003)

8. Passive or Active Learners EDST340 E-Learning

9. Should e-Learning be technology lead or theory lead?

10. Humour or Not? EDST340 E-Learning

11. Appropriate Medium … EDST340 E-Learning

12. “… w ithout a clear perception of connection through social presence, students may lose motivation, do badly in their studies, or even drop out of the course…” Wheeler (2005:pg 8)

13. So Is Theory Needed for E-Learning? EDST340 E-Learning

15. Thank you EDST340 E-Learning Any Questions?