This book introduces readers to the latest state of research and development in seamless learning. It consolidates various approaches to and practices in seamless learning from a range of techno-pedagogical, socio-situated and socio-cultural perspectives. Further, it details our current understanding of learning in both formal and informal settings, crossover learning, incidental learning, and context-based learning approaches, together with these aspects’ linkages to the notion of seamlessness. The book is divided into sections addressing the theorization of seamless learning, understanding informal learning, research methodological issues, technology-enabled seamless learning and real-world applications of seamless learning.

In recent years, the use of technology has become increasingly integrated into classroom settings. By utilizing new innovations, students can be provided with a deeper learning experience. Digital Tools for Seamless Learning is a pivotal reference source for the latest scholarly material on the implementation of technology in modern classrooms and provides a thorough overview of how such applications assist in the learning process. Highlighting pedagogical approaches, theoretical foundations, and curriculum development strategies, this book is ideally designed for teachers, researchers, professionals, upper-level students, and practitioners actively involved in the education field.

The book departs from the approach of related titles by focusing on describing and reflecting upon the notion of seamless learning with regard to salient characteristics of learner mobility and bridging of learning experiences across learning spaces. It is the first such work that is solely dedicated to research on and the practice of seamless learning, uniquely combining interpretations, visions, and past research on and practices in seamless learning from diversified perspectives. The book also strikes a good balance between theoretical and practical perspectivess, going beyond a collection of reports on specific research projects. Instead of thick descriptions of research processes and findings, readers will find significant insights and food for thought intended to inspire further advances in the research on and practice of seamless learning.

This instrumental case study employed a qualitative approach to explore ways that partnerships were built on a large, decentralized campus to support the seamless learning for students with disabilities. The number of college students with disabilities is increasing today, yet higher education lacks coordinated systems that provide a coherent learning experience for students who have specialized needs. This study addressed two overarching research questions: In what ways does a student affairs unit that provides disability services interact with campus partners to promote student learning? What factors influence the interaction between these organizational units? To explore these questions, Buchmiller Hall at Midwestern University was selected as the site for this case study. Three Buchmiller staff members were interviewed, in addition to nine individuals who Buchmiller staff identified as campus partners. Two campus leaders, who provided a broader view of organizational dynamics at mwu, where also interviewed. First interviews took place during spring and summer of 2009, followed by second interviews during the late fall of 2009. Document analysis supplemented data collected through on-site interviews. After data were collected and transcribed, several themes emerged during analysis of the data. Findings in this study examine themes that emerged in regard to factors that were supports or barriers in collaborative efforts with partners. Discussion explores support and barrier themes in light of three research sub-questions that address how, why, and when collaboration took place. Participants described three types of boundaries, which included boundaries of position, identity, and space. They described two primary ways that they negotiated these boundaries, using both a structural and human component of navigation. Values of individuals and leaders emerged as an important theme during the process of navigation, in addition to the importance of individuals having the necessary tools to act upon values. Finally, when certain elements of context aligned, an "incredible moment" was created, in which the above themes came to light Present throughout all themes, the context of disability presented unique characteristics in partnership efforts. After discussion of the themes, implications for practice and research are provided. [The dissertation citations contained here are published with the permission of ProQuest llc. Further reproduction is prohibited without permission. Copies of dissertations may be obtained by Telephone (800) 1-800-521-0600. Web page: http://www.proquest.com/en-US/products/dissertations/individuals.shtml.].

Following Bahr's introduction, six essays by American academics and librarians--all preceded by abstracts--address the art of teaching interactively, incorporating librarians into college teaching, empowering learners, out-of-class learning in the library, and learning libraries. Overarching themes are calls for more intervention of librarians: into faculty territory in order to facilitate awareness of resources, and into student matters in order to provoke additional critical thinking about resources. Bahr is director of the library at Spring Hill College in Mobile, Alabama. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

"In 1987, the U.S. Congress established the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award program to raise awareness about the importance of quality and performance excellence as a competitive edge. Since 1999, the program has outlined criteria for educational institutions to align their mission, values, goals, processes, and resources into a comprehensive, long-term, systematic improvement effort. The book profiles six unique institutions that have successfully implemented these criteria: the Montfort College of Business at the University of Northern Colorado, National University, New Mexico State University-Carlsbad, Northwest Missouri State University, University of Wisconsin-Stout, and Western Wisconsin Technical College. The University of Wisconsin-Stout was the first higher education institution to win the Baldrige Award in 2001, and has since worked with educational institutions in 39 states and 25 countries that are interested in implementing quality improvement through the application of the Baldrige criteria. This book will appeal to academic administrators at all levels and at all types of institutions who are interested in applying a systematic approach to leadership, quality improvement, and change management within their institutions"--Unedited summary from book cover.

With the technological advancement of mobile devices, social networking, and electronic services, Web technologies continues to play an ever-growing part of the global way of life, incorporated into cultural, economical, and organizational levels. Web Technologies: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications (4 Volume) provides a comprehensive depiction of current and future trends in support of the evolution of Web information systems, Web applications, and the Internet. Through coverage of the latest models, concepts, and architectures, this multiple-volume reference supplies audiences with an authoritative source of information and direction for the further development of the Internet and Web-based phenomena.