Learning Theory and Online Technologies by Linda Harasim - Book Report/Review Example

In chapter 8, the book majorly focuses on the various institutions that have adopted the technological or e-learning method ranging from secondary to tertiary institutions. Another area that is envisaged in the chapter is the online learning modalities that are used in the various institutions, history on the origin of e-learning, and the student’s organizational structure in regards to support. In chapter 9 of the book, it can be noted that the major bone of contention that can be noted is that there is more focus on the giving of the various communities or example of the groups of persons who are joined not because they are professionals in one field but that they are passionate and have a common knowledge and skill thereby making them have a joint financial project that is profitable.

In the 9th chapter, Harasim gives validity pertaining to electronic communities of engagement based on common skills for an enterprise. The Global Educators Network and Wikipedia are good examples of the case (Harasim, 2012). In application, it is quite obvious that this kind of study can be used by the people who are pursuing their degree programs, masters, and Ph.D. while they are at their various places of work. This can help because they would be able to work as they get funds for payment of their fees as well as manage the house budgets effectively thereby increasing their time with the families.

Online learning can be used in the access of education to the persons who are handicapped and physical movement while getting an education is a bother. It is, therefore, a good one for them or even the sick (Harasim, 2012).