Description
The COVID-19 Pandemic transformed nearly every aspect of daily life across the globe in just a few short years. Thankfully, we’ve made it a long way from the days of no contact, social distancing, masks, and general isolation. Still, many aspects of this time have continued into the present. This is particularly true regarding education, which saw a massive overhaul during that period. Remote learning and technology infused education were a necessity then, and may prove to be an invaluable improvement as we go forward.
Instructional Technology Theory in the Post-Pandemic Era investigates the facets of incorporating technology and virtual spaces into education permanently. The experienced educators that compiled this book utilize their years of knowledge to bring to light the intricacies of adapting virtual education laboratories for the foreseeable future. They examine student performance metrics, detail teacher development practices, consider the social aspects of tech-infused education, and explore the implementation of new pedagogies for best results. Covering topics such as companionship in distance education, pandemic teaching experiences, and professional and teacher development, this book is a valuable resource for educators, pre-service teachers, administrators, policymakers, academicians, researchers, and more.
Author's/Editor's Biography
David Carbonara (Ed.)
David D. Carbonara
is a teacher-scholar that investigates teacher and instructional technology innovator preparation and practice. His work centers on using instructional technology in online and on-ground learning environments especially in student-centered learning strategies.
Lawrence Tomei (Ed.)
Lawrence A. Tomei
is a recently retired Professor of Education at Robert Morris University in Pittsburgh PA. Born in Akron, Ohio, he earned a BSBA from the University of Akron (1972) and a Masters of Public Administration and Masters of Education at the University of Oklahoma (1975, 1978). He completed his EdD from USC (1983). Dr. Tomei entered the US Air Force in Fall 1972 and served on active duty until his retirement as a Lieutenant Colonel in 1994. He entered higher education as the Director of Administrative Technology at Duquesne University (1994-1998) and joined its School of Education full-time faculty as Instructional Technology Program Director, providing undergraduate, masters, and doctor programs (1998-2004). Some of his books on instructional technology include:
(2001),
(2002),
(2005),
(2015),
(2016), and
(2019).