About

The EATING group was established in 1999 within the Faculty of Technology to focus on research and teaching related to education and educational technology. It serves as a platform for individuals interested in these topics, promoting the exchange of ideas and collaboration.

Key aims of the group include:
• Disseminating information on educational research and technology.
• Supporting research on technology teaching and learning, particularly in higher education.
• Facilitating collaboration with internal and external bodies, such as KMI, IET, and FELS.

The group functions through bi-monthly meetings, featuring informal presentations by members that often lead to the development of journal or conference papers. Research activities are conducted under the Technology and Education Research Group within the Department of Communication and Systems.

Members

EATING, established in 1999 within the Faculty of Technology, serves as a focal point for research and teaching centred around education and educational technology. It was created to unite individuals who were already contributing research and papers in this area and to provide a platform for discussion and collaboration. The group includes various members with shared interests, some of whom are:

• Chris Bissell
• David Chapman
• Ray Corrigan
• Giselle Ferreira
• Robin Goodfellow
• Clem Herman
• Tony Hirst
• Allan Jones
• Roger Jones
• Karen Kear
• Andy Lane
• Chris Pegler
• John Pettit
• Adrian Poulton
• Jon Rosewell
• Richard Seaton
• Mirabelle Walker
• Martin Weller
• Judith Williams

The group’s formation was driven by a shared enthusiasm for advancing educational technology and related fields.

Publications

• Chris Bissell
• David Chapman
• Clem Herman
• Tony Hirst
• Allan Jones
• Karen Kear
• John Monk
• Mirabelle Walker
• Martin Weller

Above are links to the publications pages of the various people involved with EATING.

Books

The collection includes a variety of topics on technology, education, and collaborative learning:

• Collaborative Learning and Argumentation:
  • Arguing to Learn (Andriesson, Baker, Suthers) focuses on cognitive engagement in collaborative learning environments.
• Technology in Education:
  • The Role of Technology in Distance Education (Bates) and New Information Technology in Education (Hawkridge) examine how tech shapes educational models.
  • Mobile Learning (Kukulska-Hulme, Traxler) serves as a guide for mobile-assisted learning.
  • Virtual Learning Environments (Weller) and The Virtual University (Ryan et al.) explore online learning spaces.
• Online Learning and Tutoring:
  • How to be an Online Tutor (Duggleby) and The Online Educator (Lynch) provide guidance on effective online instruction.
  • Blended Learning and Online Tutoring (Macdonald) offers practical advice for integrating online and face-to-face teaching.
• Computer-Supported Cooperative Learning (CSCL):
  • Implementing CSCL (McConnell) and Building Learning Communities in Cyberspace (Paloff, Pratt) detail strategies for collaborative learning in digital spaces.
• Assessment in Higher Education:
  • Student Assessment in Higher Education (Miller, Imrie, Cox) and Assessing Open and Distance Learners (Morgan, O’Reilly) discuss methods for evaluating student performance in online and distance settings.
• Research and Publication:
  • How to Get Research Published in Journals (Day) provides a roadmap for academic publishing.
  • Research Methods in Education (Cohen, Manion, Morrison) offers foundational knowledge for educational research.
• Learning Networks and Online Communities:
  • Learning Networks (Harasim, Hiltz, Teles, Turoff) and Building Virtual Communities (Renninger, Shumar) focus on digital communities and peer learning.
  • The Network Nation (Hiltz, Turoff) explores human communication in computer-mediated environments.
• Miscellaneous:
  • Blogs, Wikis, Podcasts and Web Tools for Classrooms (Richardson) introduces educators to web tools for teaching.
  • Learning Journals (Moon) and Situated Learning (Lave, Wenger) provide reflective approaches to learning.
  • Delivering Learning on the Net (Weller) outlines how to design and deliver online courses.

The list comprises a broad spectrum of materials suitable for those interested in educational technology, online teaching, and collaborative learning environments.

Links

Online Journals for Technology and Distance Education:

• Australasian Journal of Educational Technology – Focuses on research related to educational technology in the Australasian region.
• Current Issues in Education – Offers insights into contemporary topics in education, including online and distance learning.
• Online Education Journals (by Michigan State University) – A compilation of online resources related to education.
• Journal of Computer-Mediated Communication – Discusses the use of digital media and technology in communication and learning.
• The Journal of Technology Education – Focuses on integrating technology into education, highlighting advancements and research.
• JIME (Journal of Interactive Media in Education) – Covers interactive media in educational settings.
• European Journal of Open, Distance and E-learning – Explores the field of distance learning in Europe.
• Online Journal of Distance Learning Administration – Discusses the management and administration of distance education programs.
• Journal of Asynchronous Learning Networks – Concentrates on asynchronous learning environments, where students learn at their own pace.

Additional Resources and Organizations:

• Association for Learning Technology – A UK-based organization that promotes learning technology in education.
• Distance and Higher Education – Investigates trends and issues in distance education, specifically in higher learning.
• International Centre for Distance Learning – A research and resource center focusing on distance education worldwide.
• Higher Education Academy – Supports excellence in teaching in higher education.
• The Joint Information Systems Committee – Provides support and guidance for technology in UK higher education.
• Innovations in Teaching and Learning in Higher Education – Examines innovative teaching methods from 1997-1999.
• The Learning and Teaching Support Network – Offers support for teaching practices in higher education.

Key Journal Articles:

• Students’ Distress with a Web-based Distance Education Course by Noriko Hara and Rob Kling – This article, from Indiana University, explores the emotional and technical challenges students face in web-based distance education.

These resources provide a comprehensive overview of the current trends, research, and practices in educational technology, particularly in the context of distance learning.