ONLINE SUPPORT IN THE ONLINE ECONOMIC EDUCATION PROJECT

1. Abstract The "Economic Education Online" (EEO)project is developing and testing an internet-based teacher training programme for teachers of economic education Furthermore, preparations are being made for exporting the programme to Poland and Russia. Active learner support during on-site events and in the online learning phase is an essential element in the concept of "Economic Education Online". The following paper describes the learning support measures for learners. Special emphasis is placed on tutorial online learner support. Tutor's responsibilities, functions and qualifications are based on the requirements of the relevant target groups. Therefore, the training of online tutors gains added importance. 2. The "Economic Education Online" programme In order to close the current gap in teacher development, as well as basic teacher training in Germany in the area of economic education, an internet-based learning system was developed called "Economic Education Online" (EEO).