Telematics and the networking learning environment

challenges to adult education

• Seppo Tella Helsingin yliopisto

DOI: https://doi.org/10.33336/aik.96968

Abstract

In this article, the term telematics refers to various computer-mediated human communication programs and tools, and especially to the data and communications technology necessary when accessing international communications networks, e-mail, and computer conferences. The article compares the networking and isolating learning environment, power and leadership, learning and teaching processes, and telematics as part of telelearning. The learner’s role undergoes a change in a telematics-utilising learning environment, because only active, self-guided activity can open up the possibilities of telematics to the potential user.