Advances in Computer-Supported Learning

The Internet and growth of computer networks have eliminated geographic barriers creating an environment where education can be brought to a student no matter where that student may be. The success of distance learning programs and the availability of many Web-supported applications and multimedia resources have increased the effectiveness of computer-supported learning. However technology continues to grow and keeping up with the latest trends can be difficult. Advances in Computer-Supported Learning clarifies the new technologies applications and research in computer-supported learning. It helps students teachers and researchers gain a larger understanding of this field and the trends that are driving computer-supported learning forward. It shares the knowledge of international researchers in computer-supported learning presenting the practices and challenges faced by designers. Readers of this book will gain an understanding of the current state of computer-supported learning and where it will be in the future.