Educators must be prepared to design and deliver
instruction using these emerging technologies. In addition
to delivering learning materials, emerging technologies
can be used to interact with learners, especially
those who live in remote locations. At the same time,
learners can use the technologies to connect with each
other to collaborate on projects and to debate and discuss
ideas.
This chapter provides a brief history of technology in
education, outlines the benefits of using emerging technologies
in e-learning, provides design guidelines for
developing learning materials, describes the support
required for these technologies, and discusses future
trends in e-learning.