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Human Factors and Ergonomics by Distance Learning: Successes, Challenges and Opportunities

Authors : Glyn Lawson, Sue V. G. Cobb

Published in: Proceedings of the 21st Congress of the International Ergonomics Association (IEA 2021)

Publisher: Springer International Publishing

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Abstract

While interest in online and blended learning has surged during the COVID-19 pandemic, distance learning courses have been available for several decades. This paper provides a reflective review of the Ergonomics and Human Factors distance learning courses offered by the University of Nottingham. Some of the successes of these courses include the adoption of new collaboration technologies and the high quality practical work conducted in the students’ own workplaces. Challenges remain around maintaining student engagement, managing the impact of students’ other responsibilities on their learning, and parity of the student experience. Opportunities exist for blended learning and adopting additional technologies such as immersive virtual learning environments.

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Metadata
Title
Human Factors and Ergonomics by Distance Learning: Successes, Challenges and Opportunities
Authors
Glyn Lawson
Sue V. G. Cobb
Copyright Year
2021
Book
Proceedings of the 21st Congress of the International Ergonomics Association (IEA 2021)

Print ISBN: 978-3-030-74601-8

Electronic ISBN: 978-3-030-74602-5

Copyright Year: 2021

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-74602-5_77