1. The Ecosystem of E-Learning Technologies
Ross Anderson
This presentation builds on a previous presentation I did based on the ecosystem of Moodle.
This was about how for Moodle use to be effective with learners it required certain characteristics.
This presentation adopts the previous framework and applies it more generally to learning technologies.

2. Behaviours____
There is a change in behaviour: Culturally, Socially, Educationally.
Disintermediation
Digital Convergence
New technology – Change in behaviours – Marshall Mcluhan – Medium is the Message
This has impacted on Culture, Society, Education – The way we behave.
Where there is any change to these systems – things have to adapt. Web 2.0, Technology

3. Learner Journey____ See learning differently Student centred design
A personalised environment
Fluid / Creative
Meet expectations
Technology is the enabler
Perhaps we saw a learners journey as just attending a school then you got a job. No emphasis on progression?
When we consider these behaviours – we should…..
Teaching methods have remained static but it’s the delivery that is important.
Technologies are more important than ever on the learner journey.
From Induction to Progression they support learners by way of communication, teaching, developing learning and assessment.
Important words here ‘Communication’ ‘Personalised’ ‘Supportive’
Links to Bandura (Social Learning Theory) & Vygotsky (Social Development Theory)

4. “there is no ‘Game Over’…..there is always an option”
Snook & Scottish Government. (2012). Post 16 Education: Improving the Learner Journey. Available: Last accessed 24th May 2013.

5. The Ecosystem of E-Learning Technologies
Ecosystems: a biological community of interacting organisms and their physical environment.
Oxford Dictionaries. (2013). Ecosystem. Available: Last accessed 24th May 2013.

6. Eco-Systems____ Community Environment Interaction Co-Habiting
Community – Us and our learners, learners and learners, peer groups (Communities of Practice: Lave and Wenger)
Environment – the traditional Classroom or Virtual, Learning Space – Size, type, location etc
Interaction – Communication, active learning, collaboration – Where is that happening
Co-Habitating – Learners and Tutors together as one – All for one, One for all
Starting to see the links with learning/education

7. Cyclic learning – Kolb.
Ayres, R.U (1994). Industrial Metabolism: Theory and Policy. The Greening of Industrial Ecosystems. Washington, DC: National Academy Press. p23-37.

8. Ecosystem Of Technologies E-Learning
This sits at the centre of our strategy with e-learning and teaching and learning. This ecosystem should be considered when looking to effectively use learning support technology.
Student Led – Personalised to meet their needs. Its familiar, differentiates.
Teacher Driven – Role Models of good practice, motivation and support. The tutor plays the role of facilitator but also maintains the balance
Content – Quality, variety, differentiate
Ownership – Fully owned by all to be worthwhile, team – Cohabitate / Real Life
Leadership – To take action when things don’t work, be a voice of reason
Design – User Centred Design, VLE Ofsted, Aesthetics, Curriculum Design
a map for a learning provider's journey to the effective use of learning support technology

9. Impact: Challenges____
Students don’t know what they want
Teachers own perceptions of confidence or skills/knowledge
Information is easily accessible so there are questions of quality – Teacher driven
Poorly designed methods to access resources
Study Programmes / Blended Learning / Creative Teaching
Uncreative teaching, learning and assessment

10. Impact: Reactions____
Positive response by staff & learners
Creating a culture of shared experiences
Clear vision for creative teaching, learning and assessment strategies.
Learner involvement - E-Learning Interns
Consistency with some core values - Mission
Creativity with new ideas - Refreshing
Moodle Survey – Staff perceptions
Those who have considered the implications and worked on this process:
Positive attitude towards using technology – Many staff are pro-active
Creating a culture of shared experiences – Staff to staff, learner to staff – Conversations are being held
Creativity – Staff enthused with new technologies, they can see the benefit when applied to their area. Staff starting to realise that technology changes teaching. More facilitate than control.
Moodle Survey – Staff Perceptions; Staff knew what needed to be done. They lacked skills/confidence. They welcomed training.