EMxC3 = e&mLearning Cultivating Connected Communities

Abstract

This chapter covers the building of an ecological system to convert a workforce development organization to adopt blended electronic and mobile learning (e&mLearning) as part of its processes and practices. The chapter describes the organic approach to diffuse the technological innovation to cultivating supportive teaching and learning communities. Starting with the process of establishing and implementing an academic vision and strategy, the building of a blended, electronic, and mobile learning criteria taxonomy, as well as a technology integrated educational framework. The results and findings of the implementation of an LMS as the foundation of the e&mLearning vision is also shared followed by recommendations from current successes and organizational needs.