Online Learning and the Younger Student—Theoretical and Practical Applications

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Musgrove, A. & Musgrove, G. (2004). Online Learning and the Younger Student—Theoretical and Practical Applications. Information Technology in Childhood Education Annual, 2004(1), 213-225. AACE.
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Journal Information

Information Technology in Childhood Education Annual
ISSN 1522-8185
Volume 2004, Issue 1, 2004
Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE)

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Authors

Ann Musgrove, Florida Atlantic University, USA; Glenn Musgrove, Broward Community College, USA

Abstract

The student population that is targeted for online learning has expanded to younger students. This article discusses the theory and practice of using online learning with K-5 students. When trying to adapt adult oriented distance education protocols for use with younger children a number of issues must be considered. These include differences in cognitive competencies and capacities, differences in how independent and autonomous the learning situation is, and differences in curriculum and goals of the educational process. As an example of good practice an online music class created and implemented for third, fourth and fifth grade students is examined. Specific examples of how to adapt distance learning to younger students are shown. The online classes were created using WebCT as a partial requirement for a Master's degree program in Education at Florida Atlantic University. The music class and three other classes all created for students in K-5 are available for review on the WebCT Internet.

Keywords

• Elementary Education
• Students
• Distance Education

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