Interdisciplinary Educational Research Institute

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Learning, Design and Technology

Researchers in the Learning, Design and Technology theme investigate the impact of human cognitive processes and social practices, and the affordances of technologies on learning with an aim to provide evidence upon which to base educational design and technology integration. The major programs of research will focus on how the design of learning affects learning outcomes and cognitive engagement, how information and communication technologies can influence cognition and learning, and how processes and strategies can support design thinking. 

Last reviewed: 2 September, 2010

events: conferences, seminars, & workshops

 

Dr. Shoshana Dreyfus - University of Sydney

Locating and affiliating: a framework for the communication of a non-verbal intellectually disabled teenager

Wednesday 5 June @ 12:30

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2013 IERI Seminar Series

 

 

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Early Start PhD Scholarships

Several PhD scholarships are currently being offered within Early Start.  These scholarships are available in any of the following research areas: cognitive development and learning, healthy lifestyles, social transformation, and digital learning and engagement.  The scholarships are designed to enable recipients to commence research in partnerships with the Engagement Center in late 2013 or early 2014, if their project aligns with these Centers.  The closing date is 12 July 2013.  Please go to the following link to download more information along with details on how to apply.  www.earlystart.uow.edu.au
 
Congratulations to Associate Professor Garry Hoban
 
Congratulations to Associate Professor Garry Hoban on his successful OLT Fellowship.  Garry was awarded $252,000 to undertake his project entitled: Explaining and communicating science: partnership with science and science teacher education academics to support implementation of student-created digital media assignments.