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PXGT 6302 ADVANCED INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY 3 CREDITS

Synopsis

The course will expose students to the principles and concept of instructional design to develop sound
instructional solutions. Topics include computer-based instruction, project management, planning, assessment,
design principles and development tools. This project-oriented course presents various topics which provide
students with opportunities to integrate and apply instructional technology theories, principles, practices, and
skills in a variety of authentic client-designer settings. This course represents a "clinical" approach to project
development in which students will become part of design teams assigned to work with real clients in an effort to
produce real instructional solutions.

Assesment Method : Continuous Assessment (Assignments; Presentations; Discussions): 70%,
Examinaton: 30%

Medium of Instruction : Malay and English Language

Main References
Morrison, G.R., Ross, S.M. and Kemp, J.E. (2010). Designing effective instruction (6 ed.). USA: Wiley.
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Smaldino, S. E., Lowther, D. L. & Russell, J. D., (2008). Instructional Technology and Media for Learning. (9
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Edition). New Jersey: Pearson Prentice Hall.

PXGT 6303 LEARNING COMMUNITIES 3 CREDITS

Synopsis

This course is designed to introduce students to the basic concepts, principles and processes in
developing blended and web-based learning environments and communities. Through a number of learning
activities, students will use a variety of resources to develop basic knowledge and skills in creating learning
environments and communities conducive for learning. Students will also have the opportunity to reflect and
consider how to integrate these knowledge and skills into their teaching repertoire and context.

Assesment Method : Continuous assessment (Assignments; Presentations; Discussions): 70%,
Examination: 30%

Medium of Instruction : Malay and English Language

Main References
Palloff, R.M. & Pratt, K. (2007) Building online learning communities: Effective strategies for the virtual
classroom. San Francisco: Jossey-Bass.
Jonassen, D.H. & Land, S.M. (2000) Theoretical foundations of learning environments. Mahwah, New Jersey:
Lawrence Erlbaum Associates.
Lave, J., & Wenger, E. (1998). Communities of Practice: Learning, Meaning, and Identity. Cambridge:
Cambridge University Press.

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