Object Design in Virtual Immersive Environments

Jan Baum (Towson University, USA)

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The ubiquity of digital technology and the pervasiveness of the Web have led to a paradigm shift in life and work. Never before have so many tools for communication, contribution, and collaboration been so globally interconnected. The Object Design program at Towson University engages the network effect of emergent technologies developing pedagogy to keep pace with global developments. Students learn 21st century skills as they engage virtual immersive environments as a digital design tool, for iterative prototyping, as a virtual presence augmenting traditional studio practice, to engage new economic platforms, and as a virtual learning environment for global dialogue and collaboration. Steady growth in virtual immersive environments support a burgeoning virtual goods market and further exploration for learning, training, and innovation across social sectors: enterprise, education, and government in the evolution of society.

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101.

Virtual Learning Environment (pages 1-16)

Saša Mladenovic (University of Split, Croatia), Haidi Kuvac (University of Split, Croatia), Maja Štula (University of Split, Croatia)

This paper describes a mathematical model of virtual learning environment considering both technology and users. Recognized interested users are teachers, parents an... Sample PDF | More details...

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Distance Learning Courses: A Survey of Activities and Assignments (pages 17-32)

Kelley Walters (Northcentral University, USA), Melanie Shaw (Northcentral University, USA), David Long (University of Florida, USA)

Drawing on current literature and a survey of online students and instructors from online institutions, the researchers explored the different types of assignments a... Sample PDF | More details...

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An Overview of Learning Management Systems (pages 33-51)

Anthony A. Piña (Sullivan University System, USA)

In this chapter, the reader is taken through a macro level view of learning management systems, with a particular emphasis on systems offered by commercial vendors.... Sample PDF | More details...

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Blended Learning Revisited: How it Brought Engagement and Interaction into and Beyond the Classroom (pages 52-66)

Pablo Ortega Gil (University of Alicante, Spain), Francisco Arcos García (University of Alicante, Spain)

The universe of blended learning started uncertainly, as all new ventures, amid overt resistance of traditionalist teachers, but boosted by the drive of a few enthus... Sample PDF | More details...

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105.

The Evolution of E-learning Management Systems: An Ethical Approach (pages 67-79)

Nuno Sotero Alves da Silva (Lusíada University of Lisbon, Portugal), Gonçalo Jorge Morais da Costa (De Montfort University, UK), Mary Prior (De Montfort University, UK), Simon Rogerson (De Montfort University, UK)

The development of educational technologies is enhancing a distinctive feature of learning environments: the learner’s personalized environment. However, the current... Sample PDF | More details...

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Preparing Faculty for a Learning Management System Transition (pages 80-93)

Danilo M. Baylen (University of West Georgia, USA), Mary Hancock (University of West Georgia, USA), Carol M. Mullen (University of West Georgia, USA), Mary Angela Coleman (University of West Georgia, USA)

This chapter focuses on the impact of a change in the use of a learning management system (LMS) at one university. Survey data captured faculty members’ viewpoints o... Sample PDF | More details...

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107.

Web 2.0 and Professional Development of Academic Staff (pages 94-108)

Belinda Tynan (University of New England, Australia), Cameron Barnes (University of New England, Australia)

This chapter argues that the latest wave of Web 2.0 technologies has the potential to transform online learning. To realize this potential, universities must rethink... Sample PDF | More details...

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108.

Formal and Informal Learning Flows Cohesion in Web 2.0 Environment (pages 109-123)

Malinka Ivanova (Technical University of Sofia, Bulgaria), Anguelina Popova (University of Utrecht, The Netherlands)

This paper presents the results of an exploratory study examining bachelor degree students’ experiences of learning with a new generation learning management system... Sample PDF | More details...

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109.

Innovative Instructional Strategies with the Use of Technology for Adult Learners (pages 124-142)

Lesley S. J. Farmer (California State University, Long Beach, USA)

Technology incorporation adds another dimension to instructional design because it requires that the adult educator be skilled enough to design and use technology-en... Sample PDF | More details...

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An Approach for Analysing Interactions within Virtual Learning Communities (pages 143-159)

Manuela Repetto (Institute for Educational Technology, National Research Council, Italy)

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Collaborative Learning and Concept Mapping for Language Teaching (pages 160-181)

Rita de Cássia Veiga Marriott (University of Birmingham, UK)

This chapter outlines how collaborative learning and concept mapping have been incorporated and implemented within a blended foreign language course. Focusing on the... Sample PDF | More details...

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“You Can Lead the Horse to Water, but … ”: Aligning Learning and Teaching in a Web 2.0 Context and Beyond (pages 182-199)

Henk Huijser (University of Southern Queensland, Australia), Michael Sankey (University of Southern Queensland, Australia)

This chapter outlines the potential benefits of incorporating Web 2.0 technologies in a contemporary higher education context, and identifies possible ways of doing... Sample PDF | More details...

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Virtual Learning Environments: Second Life MUVEs to Leverage Student Ownership (pages 200-213)

Mitzi P. Trahan (University of Louisiana at Lafayette, USA), Nan B. Adams (Southeastern Louisiana University, USA), Susan Dupre (University of Louisiana at Lafayette, USA)

The growing experimentation with multi-user virtual environments for educational purposes demands rigorous examination of all aspects of these digital worlds. While... Sample PDF | More details...

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Didactic Design Pattern: Anonymous and Non-Anonymous Feedback (pages 215-222)

Sven Wippermann (University of Education Ludwigsburg, Germany)

According to the theory of moderate constructivism, learning processes contain a social dimension. In this context, a continuous feedback is essential for supporting... Sample PDF | More details...

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Designing for Social Interaction and Social Competence in a 3D-VLE (pages 223-237)

James Laffey (University of Missouri at Columbia, USA), Matthew Schmidt (University of Missouri at Columbia, USA), Janine Stichter (University of Missouri at Columbia, USA), Carla Schmidt (University of Missouri at Columbia, USA), Danielle Oprean (University of Missouri at Columbia, USA), Melissa Herzog (University of Missouri at Columbia, USA), Ryan Babiuch (University of Missouri at Columbia, USA)

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Building a Framework for an English Language Course in an LMS with SCORM Compliant Learning Objects and Activities (pages 238-254)

Francisco Arcos (University of Alicante, Spain), Pablo Ortega (University of Alicante, Spain)

The human mind needs order to understand anything and, in this respect, standards are essential because they impose order on the world. More specifically, standards... Sample PDF | More details...

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Design and Implementation of Multiplatform Mobile-Learning Environment as an Extension of SCORM 2004 Specifications (pages 255-272)

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205.

The Recursive Knowledge Development Model for Virtual Environments (pages 273-284)

Nan B. Adams (Southeastern Louisiana University, USA), Thomas A. DeVaney (Southeastern Louisiana University, USA)

The concept of leveraging strategic control of the knowledge from teachers to students in virtual learning environments serves as the basis for determining how to mo... Sample PDF | More details...

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206.

Virtual Learning Environment (ClassSim) Examined Under the Frame of Andragogy (pages 285-302)

Lisa Carrington (University of Wollongong, Australia), Lisa Kervin (University of Wollongong, Australia), Brian Ferry (University of Wollongong, Australia)

ClassSim, an online simulation, was developed to support existing teacher education programs by providing pre-service teachers with access to additional classroom ex... Sample PDF | More details...

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207.

Objective-Oriented Assessment in Desire2Learn for Quality Matters (pages 303-314)

Haomin Wang (Dakota State University, USA), Mingming Shao (Dakota State University, USA)

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208.

Supporting Mobile Access to VLE Resources through MobiGlam (pages 315-332)

Fatma Meawad (German University in Cairo, Egypt), Geneen Stubbs (University of Glamorgan, UK)

MobiGlam is a generic framework of interoperability with existing virtual learning environments (VLEs) that provides a compact and easy to use implementation of lear... Sample PDF | More details...

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MobiGlam: A Framework of Interoperability and Adaptivity for Mobile Learning (pages 333-352)

Fatma Meawad (German University in Cairo, Egypt), Geneen Stubbs (University of Glamorgan, UK)

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210.

Integrating Ontology-Based Content Management into a Mobilized Learning Environment (pages 353-370)

Gábor Kismihók (Corvinus University of Budapest, Hungary), Barna Kovács (Corvinus University of Budapest, Hungary), Réka Vas (Corvinus University of Budapest, Hungary)

This chapter describes the architecture of an ontology based content authoring system, developed according to the challenges emerging from Bologna process deployment... Sample PDF | More details...

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The Design of Learning Materials within Small Scale Projects: What is the Value of an Action Research Approach? (pages 371-386)

Michael Hammond (University of Warwick, UK), Jie Hu (University of Chongqing, China)

This chapter discusses the design of learning materials in the context of small scale projects within higher education. It describes the enduring appeal of instructi... Sample PDF | More details...

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212.

An Architecture for Learning Environments Based on the Lightweight Integration of Intelligent Agents (pages 387-401)

Sergey Butakov (Solbridge International School of Business, South Korea), Denis Smoline (American University of Nigeria, Nigeria), Nousheen Naimat Samuel (SolBridge International School of Business, South Korea), Naima Naimat Samuel (SolBridge International School of Business, South Korea)

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213.

Object Design in Virtual Immersive Environments (pages 402-418)

Jan Baum (Towson University, USA)

The ubiquity of digital technology and the pervasiveness of the Web have led to a paradigm shift in life and work. Never before have so many tools for communication,... Sample PDF | More details...

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214.

SOA-Frameworks for Modular Virtual Learning Environments: Comparing Implementation Approaches (pages 419-435)

Fredrik Paulsson (Umeå University, IML), Mikael Berglund (Umeå University, Ladok)

A general SOA framework for Virtual Learning Environments, based on the VWE Learning Object Taxonomy, is suggested in this chapter. Five basic and general services a... Sample PDF | More details...

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301.

Second Life Brought to Life: A Case of Usability In-World (pages 437-450)

Kevin Yee (University of Central Florida, USA), Jace Hargis (University of the Pacific, USA)

This case presents the challenges and successes encountered when a university attempts to offer a course in a new online virtual learning environment (VLE). Overcomi... Sample PDF | More details...

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302.

Science through Second Life: A Case Study of MUVE’s in an Urban 9th Grade Classroom (pages 451-469)

Elizabeth Wellman (Educational Consultant, Los Angeles, USA), Cathy Arreguin (San Diego State University, USA)

The purpose of this chapter is to provide educators with a case study of the design, development, and implementation of a Multi User Virtual Environment as a core me... Sample PDF | More details...

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303.

Supporting Virtual Collaborative Learning using Collaboration Scripts and Content Schemes (pages 470-487)

Birgitta Kopp (Ludwig-Maximilians-University, Germany), Heinz Mandl (Ludwig-Maximilians-University, Germany)

Collaborative learning is used as a key principle in several approaches for designing virtual learning environments (e.g. CTGV, 2000). This is due to the fact that c... Sample PDF | More details...

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CSCL Techniques in Collaborative Virtual Environments: The Case of Second Life (pages 488-504)

Thrasyvoulos Tsiatsos (Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece), Andreas Konstantinidis (Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece), Theodouli Terzidou (Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece), Lazaros Ioannidis (Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece), Chrysanthi Tseloudi (Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece)

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Using a Process-Aware Information System to Support Collaboration in Mobile Learning Management Systems (pages 505-521)

Roberto Perez-Rodriguez (University of Vigo, Spain), Manuel Caeiro-Rodriguez (University of Vigo, Spain), Luis Anido-Rifon (University of Vigo, Spain)

This chapter deals with the support of collaboration in mobile Learning Management Systems. The authors propose a collaborative game, to be taken place in an enhance... Sample PDF | More details...

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306.

Strategies of LMS Implementation at German Universities (pages 522-541)

Carola Kruse (Technische Universität Braunschweig, Germany), Thanh-Thu Phan Tan (Technische Universität Braunschweig, Germany), Arne Koesling (Leibniz Universität Hannover, Germany), Marc Krüger (Leibniz Universität Hannover, Germany)

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307.

Interoperability Approach in E-Learning Standardization Processes (pages 542-560)

Carmen Bao (La Rioja University, (UR), Spain), José María Castresana (Basque Country University (UPV/EHU), Spain)

Providing interoperability by using standards and specifications for E-learning resources is an important element of the virtual learning environments (VLEs). In thi... Sample PDF | More details...

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308.

Using Moodle to Teach Constructivist Learning Design Skills to Adult Learners (pages 561-572)

Douglas L. Holton (Utah State University, USA)

This chapter describes a case study of the design and implementation of an online project-based course for learning constructivist instructional design techniques. M... Sample PDF | More details...

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309.

Short Message Services for Supporting Student Learning: A Blended Approach (pages 573-590)

Dick Ng’ambi (Dick Ng’ambiUniversity of Cape Town, South Africa)

This chapter discusses the blending of anonymous short message services (SMS) with a learning management system (LMS) to support non-traditional postgraduate learner... Sample PDF | More details...

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310.

ClassSim: An Approach to Educator Development Through a Simulation (pages 591-605)

Brian Ferry (University of Wollongong, Australia), Lisa Kervin (University of Wollongong, Australia), Lisa Carrington (University of Wollongong, Australia)

This chapter presents one approach to educator development through games and simulations. The goal of the authors’ project was to enhance pre-service teachers’ abili... Sample PDF | More details...

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311.

The Utilization of Concept Maps as Knowledge Systematization and Text-Authoring Tools in Collaboration-Based Educational Processes: The LOLA Experiment (pages 606-622)

Patricia Lupion Torres (Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Paraná, Brazil), Marcus Vinicius Santos Kucharski (Universidade Tuiuti do Paraná and Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Paraná, Brazil)

More than forming technically competent professionals, universities face a new challenge: doing so under specific principles that can only be achieved by developing... Sample PDF | More details...

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312.

Hybrid Dialog: Dialogic Learning in Large Lecture Classes (pages 623-640)

Tobias Zimmermann (University of Zurich, Switzerland), Karen-Lynn Bucher (University of Zurich, Switzerland), Daniel Hurtado (University of Zurich, Switzerland)

Attendance at classical lectures usually leads to rather poor learning success. A wide variety of studies show that while lectures are as effective as any other meth... Sample PDF | More details...

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313.

An Extendible Simulation Game to Promote Team Spirit on Mobile Computing Devices (pages 641-654)

Vincent Tam (The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong), Zexian Liao (The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong), C.H. Leung (The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong), Lawrence Yeung (The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong), A.C.M. Kwan (The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong)

Game based learning (GBL) has significantly reshaped the latest educational or training technologies through engaging players in many carefully planned learning acti... Sample PDF | More details...

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A Case Study of Infusing Web 2.0 Tools for Blended Learning: Virtual Presentations as an Alternative Means of Assessment (pages 656-673)

Yiu Chi Lai (The Hong Kong Institute of Education, Hong Kong), Eugenia M.W. Ng (The Hong Kong Institute of Education, Hong Kong)

In the era of Web 2.0, students are not restricted to search and collect information from existing Internet resources. They are expected to be able to collaborate, c... Sample PDF | More details...

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402.

Social Orthotics for Youth with ASD to Learn in a Collaborative 3D VLE (pages 674-692)

James M. Laffey (University of Missouri, USA), Janine Stichter (University of Missouri, USA), Matthew Schmidt (University of Missouri, USA)

Online systems, especially 3D virtual environments, hold great potential to enrich and expand learning opportunities for those who are challenged by traditional mode... Sample PDF | More details...

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403.

Applying E-learning Technologies to Library Information Literacy Instruction (pages 693-709)

Jamie Ward (Dundalk Institute of Technology Library, Ireland)

Academic libraries have adopted and adapted the e-learning technologies for delivery of their Information Literacy programmes. This chapter describes some of the way... Sample PDF | More details...

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404.

Effects of Feedback on Learning Strategies in Learning Journals: Learner-Expertise Matters (pages 710-725)

Julian Roelle (University of Bielefeld, Germany), Kirsten Berthold (University of Bielefeld, Germany), Stefan Fries (University of Bielefeld, Germany)

Feedback on learning strategies is a promising instructional support measure. However, research on the expertise reversal effect suggests that if instructional suppo... Sample PDF | More details...

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405.

Towards Mobile Learning Applications Integration with Learning Management Systems (pages 726-738)

Marc Alier Forment (Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, Spain), María José Casany Guerrero (Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, Spain), Jordi Piguillem Poch (Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, Spain)

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Video-Enriched Learning Experiences for Performing Arts Students: Two Exploratory Case Studies (pages 739-757)

Alberto Ramírez Martinell (Lancaster University, UK), Julie-Ann Sime (Lancaster University, UK)

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Virtual Worlds and Avatars for the development of Primary Foreign Languages and Primary Foreign Languages for the Development of Real Children (pages 758-771)

Yongho Kim (Korea National University of Education, Republic of Korea)

The case study is a chronicle of Korean elementary students’ efforts to gain autonomous control of a foreign language, English, from the top down, that is, through u... Sample PDF | More details...

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408.

Online Support for Students’ Writing Skills Development in a Technical Communication Introductory Module (pages 772-785)

Yvonne Cleary (University of Limerick, Ireland)

This chapter explores the development of online support for writing skills in one technical communication module taught at the University of Limerick. It demonstrate... Sample PDF | More details...

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409.

Online Delivery of Deaf Studies Curricula in Ireland at Third Level (pages 786-802)

Brian Nolan (Institute of Technology, Ireland), Lorraine Leeson (Trinity College Dublin, Ireland)

Irish Sign Language (ISL), an indigenous language of Ireland, is recognized by the European Union as a natural language. It is a language separate from the other lan... Sample PDF | More details...

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410.

Mode Neutral: The Pedagogy that Bridges Web 2.0 and e-Learning 2.0 (pages 803-824)

Brian Smith (Edge Hill University, UK), Peter Reed (Edge Hill University, UK)

This chapter details the authors’ evidence-based pedagogical model – Mode Neutral – showing how contemporary education can promote the use of Web 2.0 tools to harnes... Sample PDF | More details...

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411.

Integrating New Open Source Assessment Tools into dotLearn LMS (pages 825-844)

Paloma Moreno-Clari (University of Valencia, Spain), Esteban Sanchis-Kilders (University of Valencia, Spain)

The convergence process initiated by the European Higher Education Space (EHES) has changed the approach to the teaching and learning process focusing largely on mon... Sample PDF | More details...

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Teaching Off-Line Digital Video Editing On-Line: An Exploration into Editing and Postproduction Digital Pedagogic Practice (pages 845-858)

Sarah Atkinson (University of Brighton, UK)

This chapter focuses upon a case study of an online higher education intervention – an interactive resource the author has devised as an aid to the teaching and lear... Sample PDF | More details...

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413.

3D Virtual Learning Environment for Engineering Students (pages 859-869)

M. Valizadeh (University of Guilan, Iran), B. Noroozi (University of Guilan, Iran & University of Cincinnati, USA), G. A. Sorial (University of Cincinnati, USA)

Virtual Reality and Virtual Learning Environments have become increasingly ambiguous terms in recent years because of essential elements facilitating a consistent en... Sample PDF | More details...

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414.

Improvement of Engineering Students Education by E-learning (pages 870-883)

George. A. Sorial (University of Cincinnati, USA), Babak Noroozi (University of Guilan, Iran)

Traditional education for engineers has shifted towards new methods of teaching and learning through the proliferation of Information and Communication Technologies.... Sample PDF | More details...

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Collaborating to Learn: Designing and Building 3D Immersive Virtual Learning Environments for Exploring STEM Concepts in Middle School (pages 885-899)

Nita J. Matzen (Appalachian State University, USA), William Edward Roberts (Appalachian State University, USA), Penny Barker (Ashe County Schools, USA), Julie Marklin (Davie County Schools, USA)

STEM and ICT Instructional Worlds: The 3D Experience (STEM-ICT 3D) is funded by the National Science Foundation ITEST program. The project proposes to translate the... Sample PDF | More details...

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Collaborative E-Learning Techniques: Learning Management Systems vs. Multi-User Virtual Environments (pages 900-913)

Andreas Konstantinidis (Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece), Thrasyvoulos Tsiatsos (Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece), Stavros Demetriadis (Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece), Andreas S. Pomportsis (Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece)

This chapter compares the potential of Learning Management Systems (LMSs) and Multi-User Virtual Environments (MUVEs) to facilitate the implementation of traditional... Sample PDF | More details...

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The Student Perspective: Can the Use of Technologies Transform Learning? (pages 914-931)

Eileen O’Donnell (Dublin Institute of Technology, Ireland)

This chapter explores students’ perspectives on the transformations that the use of technology has brought to higher education. The use of technologies in higher edu... Sample PDF | More details...

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The Students’ Participation in WebCT: An Activity Theory Perspective on Online Collaboration of Knowledge Construction (pages 932-947)

Urai Salam (Tanjungpura University, Indonesia)

This chapter reports on the students’ interaction taking place within the virtual learning environment, WebCT. It is particularly critical of Computer-Mediated Commu... Sample PDF | More details...

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Implementing and Promoting Blended Learning in Higher Education Institutions: Comparing Different Approaches (pages 948-965)

Lixun Wang (The Hong Kong Institute of Education, Hong Kong)

With the rapid development of the Internet, blended learning (online learning plus face-to-face learning) has become a model that more and more higher education inst... Sample PDF | More details...

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Virtual Learning Environments for Culture and Intercultural Competence (pages 966-984)

Amy Ogan (Carnegie Mellon University, USA), H. Chad Lane (University of Southern California, USA)

The authors review six virtual learning environments built to support the acquisition of cultural knowledge and communication skills: ATL, BiLAT, Croquelandia, Secon... Sample PDF | More details...

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Examining Race Hate Crime with Students using a Cross Cultural International Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) (pages 985-1004)

Julian Buchanan (Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand (formerly of Glyndwr University, Wales)), Steve Wilson (Washington University, USA), Nirmala Gopal (University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa)

This chapter explores the use of a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) to bring together students in criminology and social work from three universities across the gl... Sample PDF | More details...

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508.

Benchmarking Online Learning Practices in Higher Education: Software Selection, Teacher Preparation, and Course Evaluation (pages 1005-1018)

Julie A. Ray (Robert Morris University, USA)

Colleges and Universities across the United States have experienced an unprecedented growth in the availability of and demand for online courses and degree programs... Sample PDF | More details...

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509.

Knowledge Access and Interaction Evolution in Virtual Learning Communities (pages 1019-1038)

Maria Chiara Caschera (Institute Of Research on Population and Social Policies (CNR-IRPPS), Italy), Alessia D’Andrea (Institute Of Research on Population and Social Policies (CNR-IRPPS), Italy), Fernando Ferri (Institute Of Research on Population and Social Policies (CNR-IRPPS), Italy), Patrizia Grifoni (Institute Of Research on Population and Social Policies (CNR-IRPPS), Italy)

Interaction among members in Virtual Learning Communities influences the communities’ evolution. Starting from this consideration, this chapter provides a discussion... Sample PDF | More details...

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510.

Collaborative Knowledge Construction in Virtual Learning Environments: A Good Practice Example of Designing Online Courses in Moodle (pages 1039-1059)

Kathrin Helling (Institute for Future Studies, Austria), Christian Petter (Institute for Future Studies, Austria)

In this chapter, a practical example of designing and implementing a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) building on aspects of collaborative knowledge construction i... Sample PDF | More details...

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511.

Plagiarism Detection Tools in Learning Management Systems (pages 1060-1078)

Sergey Butakov (Solbridge International School of Business, South Korea), Vladislav Shcherbinin (American University of Nigeria, Nigeria)

The main objectives of this chapter are to review the state-of-the art in plagiarism detection methods, discuss the most popular software tools available on the mark... Sample PDF | More details...

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512.

E-Learning for ICT Group Work in a Blended Learning Environment (pages 1079-1090)

Lisa Soon (CQUniversity, Australia), Campbell Fraser (Griffith University, Australia)

How does e-learning support group work in university information and communication technology (ICT) education within a blended learning environment? While face-to-fa... Sample PDF | More details...

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513.

Effects of Virtual World Environments in Student Satisfaction: An Examination of the Role of Architecture in 3D Education (pages 1091-1109)

Noha Saleeb (Middlesex University, UK), Georgios A. Dafoulas (Middlesex University, UK)

Universities and educational institutions are currently becoming more dependent on delivering courses within online virtual worlds, such as 3D Virtual Learning Envir... Sample PDF | More details...

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514.

Individual and Collaborative Approaches in E-Learning Design (pages 1110-1130)

Abel Usoro (University of the West of Scotland, UK), Grzegorz Majewski (University of the West of Scotland, UK), Len Bloom (University of Botswana, Botswana)

There is no doubt that e-learning is not all about technology but includes the human aspect which is often neglected in studies of e-learning. This chapter addresses... Sample PDF | More details...

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601.

Using a Learning Management System to Facilitate Learning Outcomes Assessment (pages 1132-1150)

Steven F. Tello (University of Massachusetts Lowell, USA), Luvai Motiwalla (University of Massachusetts Lowell, USA)

Increased demands for accountability among state and federal policy makers require that colleges and universities improve the process of measuring student learning o... Sample PDF | More details...

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602.

Security and Privacy Management for Learning Management Systems (pages 1151-1170)

Wolfgang Hommel (Leibniz Supercomputing Centre, Germany)

Once a prototype for a Learning Management System (LMS) has successfully been set up and tested, the demand for putting it into production use rises. However, seamle... Sample PDF | More details...

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603.

Building and Maintaining Human Capital with Learning Management Systems (pages 1171-1185)

Tom Butler (University College Cork, Ireland), Audrey Grace (University College Cork, Ireland)

In this chapter, the authors examine how building, integrating and maintaining human capital with Learning Management Systems acts as an enabler for the management i... Sample PDF | More details...

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604.

Managing Case-Based Learning with Interactive Case Study Libraries (pages 1186-1206)

Hao Jiang (Pennsylvania State University, USA), John M. Carroll (Pennsylvania State University, USA), Craig Ganoe (Pennsylvania State University, USA)

This chapter discusses a particular pedagogical methodology, case-based learning, and introduces an application that supports case studies. It suggests that authenti... Sample PDF | More details...

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605.

Adapting Three-Dimensional-Virtual World to Reach Diverse Learners in an MBA Program (pages 1207-1219)

Rosalyn Rufer (State University of New York at Empire State College, USA), Ruifang Hope Adams (State University of New York at Empire State College, USA)

The purpose of this chapter is to adapt instructional strategies to virtual world learning environment in Second Life and reach more diverse learners with different... Sample PDF | More details...

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606.

Incorporating “World View” into the LMS or CMS is Best (pages 1220-1231)

Katherine Watson (Coastline Community College, USA)

“Linguistic relativism” leads people of different cultures to define, explain, and even see reality in images framed by their diverse languages. The most readily ava... Sample PDF | More details...

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607.

Understanding Human Factors in Systems Selection and Implementation: Exploring the Role of Power and Politics (pages 1232-1248)

Konrad Peszynski (RMIT University, Australia)

This study examines the role of power and politics in systems implementation. Current literature misses the complexities involved in systems implementation through h... Sample PDF | More details...

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608.

Mobile Learning Management Systems in Higher Education (pages 1249-1264)

Demetrios G. Sampson (University of Piraeus & Informatics and Telematics Institute, Greece), Panagiotis Zervas (University of Piraeus & Informatics and Telematics Institute, Greece)

Learning Management Systems (LMS) are widely used in Higher Education offering important benefits to students, tutors, administrators and the educational organizatio... Sample PDF | More details...

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609.

Integrating the LMS in Service Oriented eLearning Systems (pages 1265-1275)

José Paulo Leal (CRACS & INESC-Porto LA, Faculdade de Ciências, Universidade do Porto, Portugal), Ricardo Queirós (CRACS & INESC-Porto LA, Faculdade de Ciências, Universidade do Porto, Portugal)

Learning management systems are routinely used for presenting, solving and grading exercises with large classes. However, teachers are constrained to use questions w... Sample PDF | More details...

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610.

Monitoring Students’ Activity and Performance in Online Higher Education: A European Perspective (pages 1276-1293)

Fernando Lera-López (Public University of Navarre, Spain), Javier Faulin (Public University of Navarre, Spain), Angel A. Juan (Open University of Catalonia, Spain), Victor Cavaller (Open University of Catalonia, Spain)

In this chapter the authors first explain the recently created European Higher Education Area and its implications over instructors’ and students’ roles. They also a... Sample PDF | More details...

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611.

An Organizational Knowledge Circulation Management System for Universities (pages 1294-1304)

Toshie Ninomiya (The University of Eletro-Communications, Japan), Fumihiko Anma (The University of Eletro-Communications, Japan), Toshio Okamoto (The University of Eletro-Communications, Japan)

In this chapter, the concept of an organizational knowledge circulation management system of e-learning is presented. The authors have developed a mentoring system m... Sample PDF | More details...

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612.

Faculty Reflections on Decision-Making and Pedagogical Use of Online Activities in Teacher Education (pages 1305-1320)

Swapna Kumar (University of Florida, USA)

Teacher educators preparing their students for 21st century schools are increasingly using online technologies in on-campus courses. While some teacher educators hav... Sample PDF | More details...

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613.

Analyzing functionalities of Course Management Systems: A Faculty Perspective (pages 1321-1340)

V. G. Adlakha (University of Baltimore, USA), A. K. Aggarwal (University of Baltimore, USA)

In this chapter the authors offer a faculty perspective on desirable features of a Course Management System (CMS) to teach a course efficiently and effectively. This... Sample PDF | More details...

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614.

Effective Design and Delivery of Learning Materials in Learning Management Systems (pages 1341-1351)

Mehregan Mahdavi (University of Guilan, Iran), Mohammad H. Khoobkar (Islamic Azad University of Lahijan, Iran)

Learning Management Systems (LMS) enable effective design and delivery of learning materials. They are Web-based software applications used to plan, implement, and a... Sample PDF | More details...

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701.

But Do They Want Us in “Their” World?: Evaluating the Types of Academic Information Students Want through Mobile and Social Media (pages 1353-1369)

Tim Brown (University of Central Florida, USA), Amanda Groff (University of Central Florida, USA)

The growth of social media and mobile communication provides educators with an opportunity to transmit course-related information to students in new ways. But are st... Sample PDF | More details...

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702.

Caring in the Zone: Fostering Relationships in Virtual Learning Communities (pages 1370-1388)

Amelia W. Cheney (Appalachian State University, USA), Peter Nelsen (Appalachian State University, USA)

A focus on interpersonal relationships and the creation of caring, democratic learning experiences may cause some to reject virtual learning environments because of... Sample PDF | More details...

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703.

Integrating Culture with E-Learning Management System Design (pages 1389-1405)

Ray Archee (University of Western Sydney, Australia), Myra Gurney (University of Western Sydney, Australia)

Although it is a legal requirement of all organizations to permit sensorially, cognitively, and physically disabled persons equitable access to public website inform... Sample PDF | More details...

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704.

Enculturation of the Utilization of Learning Management System: The Experience of Universiti Putra Malaysia (pages 1406-1425)

Aida Suraya Md. Yunus (Universiti Putra Malaysia, Malaysia), Hamidah Meseran (Universiti Putra Malaysia, Malaysia), Zaidan Abdul Wahab (Universiti Putra Malaysia, Malaysia)

Universiti Putra Malaysia’s (UPM) vision is to become a university with international repute. The Strategic Plan Document 2001- 2010 includes a goal for the universi... Sample PDF | More details...

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705.

Towards Learning ‘Self’ and Emotional Knowledge in Social and Cultural Human-Agent Interactions (pages 1426-1445)

Wan Ching Ho (University of Hertfordshire, UK), Kerstin Dautenhahn (University of Hertfordshire, UK), Meiyii Lim (Heriot-Watt University, UK), Sibylle Enz (Otto-Friedrich-Universitaet Bamberg, Germany), Carsten Zoll (Otto-Friedrich-Universitaet Bamberg, Germany), Scott Watson (University of Hertfordshire, UK)

This article presents research towards the development of a virtual learning environment (VLE) inhabited by intelligent virtual agents (IVAs) and modelling a scenari... Sample PDF | More details...

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706.

Dialogues and Perception of Intersubjectivity in a Small Group (pages 1446-1465)

Mei-Chung Lin (National Changhua University of Education, Taiwan), Mei-Chi Chen (National Changhua University of Education, Taiwan), Chin-Chang Chen (National Changhua University of Education, Taiwan)

The core value of Web 2.0 lies in its potential for building technologies that are open, decentralized, and shared. This paper designs group activity to facilitate k... Sample PDF | More details...

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707.

Constructivism in Synchronous and Asynchronous Virtual Learning Environments for a Research Methods Course (pages 1466-1480)

Kenneth David Strang (University of Technology, Sydney, Australia; APPC Market Research, USA; State University of New York (SUNY), USA)

Virtual learning is a popular teaching modality, and it has been reported in research that there is no significant difference in academic outcome as compared with fa... Sample PDF | More details...

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708.

At the Intersection of Learning: The Role of the Academic Library in 3D Environments (pages 1481-1492)

Nita J. Matzen (Appalachian State University, USA), Louisa Ochoa (Appalachian State University, USA), Geraldine Purpur (Appalachian State University, USA)

Academic libraries face challenges in meeting the information literacy needs of their off-campus students and providing comparable experiences as recommended by the... Sample PDF | More details...

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709.

Collaboration and the Use of Three Dimensional Interface within a Virtual Learning Environment (pages 1493-1505)

Brian G. Burton (Abilene Christian University, USA), Barbara Martin (University of Central Missouri, USA), Doug Thomas (University of Central Missouri, USA)

This chapter’s goal is to examine the experiences and perceptions of undergraduate students using a 3D Virtual Learning Environment. After creating a 3D didactic con... Sample PDF | More details...

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710.

Technophobe to Technophile…Entering the Internet Culture (pages 1506-1517)

Pamela L. Anderson-Mejías (The University of Texas—Pan American, USA)

This chapter describes a successful means of introducing returning, older students to online education in a university setting. After presenting basic background fro... Sample PDF | More details...

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711.

Three Stages in the Social Construction of Virtual Learning Environments (pages 1518-1529)

Ken Stevens (Memorial University of Newfoundland, Canada & Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand)

Schools located in rural communities are often physically small in terms of the number of students who attend them in person on a daily basis, but through the introd... Sample PDF | More details...

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712.

Disability Standards and Guidelines for Learning Management Systems: Evaluating Accessibility (pages 1530-1549)

Lourdes Moreno (Universidad Carlos III de Madrid, Spain), Ana Iglesias (Universidad Carlos III de Madrid, Spain), Rocío Calvo (Universidad Carlos III de Madrid, Spain), Sandra Delgado (Universidad Carlos III de Madrid, Spain), Luis Zaragoza (News Service, Radio Nacional de España, Spain.)

The method application is for all LMS, in order to illustrate the effectiveness of the evaluation method, we present a case study over the widely-used LMS Moodle1. I... Sample PDF | More details...

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713.

The Centralisation Dilemma in Educational IT (pages 1550-1558)

Martin Weller (The Open University, UK)

The trend with organisational adoption of virtual learning environments (VLE) seems to be cyclical. Initially, a decentralised approach was adopted, wherein each dep... Sample PDF | More details...

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801.

Into the Great Wide Open: Responsive Learning Environments for Personalised Learning (pages 1560-1577)

Dirk Thißen (IMC (UK) Learning, UK), Volker Zimmermannn (IMC AG, Germany.), Tilman Küchler (IMC AG, Germany.)

Personalisation is a key requirement to motivate learners to use learning technology and self-paced content. Whereas most research and technologies focus on personal... Sample PDF | More details...

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802.

Formula Editors and Handwriting in Mathematical E-Learning (pages 1578-1593)

Morten Misfeldt (The Danish School of Education, Aarhus University, Denmark), Anders Sanne (Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), Norway)

Teaching and learning mathematics at university level is increasingly being supported by Learning Management Systems. In this chapter, we report from the e-learning... Sample PDF | More details...

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803.

Homo Virtualis: Virtual Worlds, Learning, and an Ecology of Embodied Interaction (pages 1594-1612)

Leslie Jarmon (The University of Texas at Austin, USA)

This article previews the emergence of homo virtualis. Drawing on data from seven research studies, peer-reviewed published research articles, and selected excerpts... Sample PDF | More details...

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804.

A Comparative Study on LMS Interoperability (pages 1613-1630)

José Paulo Leal (CRACS/INESC-Porto & DCC/FCUP, University of Porto, Portugal), Ricardo Queirós (CRACS/INESC-Porto & DI/ESEIG/IPP, Porto, Portugal)

A Learning Management System (LMS) plays an important role in any eLearning environment. Still, the LMS cannot afford to be isolated from other systems in an educati... Sample PDF | More details...

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805.

Course Management Systems in Transition: A Mixed-Method Investigation of Students Perceptions and Attitudesof Distance Education (pages 1631-1644)

Gary M. Szirony (University of Arkansas at Little Rock, USA), Carrie J. Boden (University of Arkansas at Little Rock, USA)

In the findings from the quantitative portion of the study, there were no significant differences between the three groups of interest. Most of the students in the s... Sample PDF | More details...

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806.

Enhancing Electronic Examinations through Advanced Multiple-Choice Questionnaires (pages 1645-1664)

Dimos Triantis (Technological Educational Institution of Athens, Athens, Greece), Errikos Ventouras (Technological Educational Institution of Athens, Athens, Greece)

The present chapter deals with the variants of grading schemes that are applied in current Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs) tests. MCQs are ideally suited for electr... Sample PDF | More details...

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807.

Mentoring the Next Generation (pages 1665-1675)

Kate Schrauth (icouldbe.org, USA), Elie Losleben (icouldbe.org, USA)

With the high school dropout rate in the United States at epidemic levels and the proportion of guidance counselors decreasing, mentoring programs are an increasingl... Sample PDF | More details...

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808.

Surveillance in the Virtual Classroom (pages 1676-1685)

Morgan Luck (Charles Sturt University, Australia & The Centre for Applied Philosophy and Public Ethics, Australia)

In this chapter the author highlights some of the risks associated with universities establishing surveillance tools within virtual learning environments. Potential... Sample PDF | More details...

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809.

Improving the Tracking of Student Participation and Effort in Online Learning (pages 1686-1700)

Ian Douglas (Florida State University, USA)

Much research into educational technology is focused on tools for supporting teaching and learning. In contrast to this work, relatively little research is conducted... Sample PDF | More details...

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810.

Screencasting for Mathematics Online Learning: A Case Study of a First Year Operations Research Course at a Dual Delivery Mode Australian University (pages 1701-1716)

Birgit Loch (Swinburne University of Technology, Australia)

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811.

From Active Reading to Active Dialogue: An Investigation of Annotation-Enhanced Online Discussion Forums (pages 1717-1735)

Cindy Xin (Simon Fraser University, Canada), Geoffrey Glass (Simon Fraser University, Canada), Andrew Feenberg (Simon Fraser University, Canada), Eva Bures (Bishops University, Canada), Phil Abrami (Concordia University, Canada)

Our research aims to improve online discussion forums. The authors identify typical problems in online discussion that create difficulties for learners and describe... Sample PDF | More details...

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812.

The “Trigger” Experience: Text Messaging as an Aide Memoire to Alert Students in Mobile Usage of Teaching and Learning Resources (pages 1736-1753)

Joan Richardson (RMIT University, Australia), John Lenarcic (RMIT University, Australia)

This case study chapter will outline the results of a 2006 pilot test into the use of Short Message Service (SMS) to augment the provision of student administrative... Sample PDF | More details...

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813.

An Exploratory Study of Student Self-Assessment in an Online Learning Context (pages 1754-1766)

Chien-hsing Wang (National Changhua University of Education, Taiwan)

This paper reports the investigation of the application of self-assessment in an online learning setting based on action research. The research participants were stu... Sample PDF | More details...

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814.

Evaluations of Online Learning Activities Based on LMS Logs (pages 1767-1784)

Paul Lam (The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong), Judy Lo (The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong), Jack Lee (The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong), Carmel McNaught (The Chinese University of Hong Kong Hong Kong)

Effective record-keeping, and extraction and interpretation of activity logs recorded in learning management systems (LMS), can reveal valuable information to facili... Sample PDF | More details...

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