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Pepperdine University introduced three degree programmes over the last four years that incorporate the use of online technology: a Doctor of Educational Technology degree and two Master of Arts degrees with an emphasis on educational technology. During the implementation of these degree programmes more has been learned about the critical need to incorporate into online learning the concepts of communities of practice, reflective practice, problem-based learning, and action research. In addition, an increased understanding of the role of face-to-face meetings has developed. As technologies mature and understanding of the underlying learning theory increases, additional technology use is being explored.
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Cannings, T.R., Talley, S.G. (2000). Online university degree programmes. In: Watson, D.M., Downes, T. (eds) Communications and Networking in Education. IFIP — The International Federation for Information Processing, vol 35. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-0-387-35499-6_13
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