e learning ppt chapter1
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Chapter 1
E-Learning
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INTRODUCTION
E-learning is the computer and network-enabled transfer of skills, information and knowledge.
E-learning is a structured, purposeful use of electronic systems (computers) to support learning.
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E-learning Applications
Web-based learning
Computer-based learning
Virtual classroom opportunities
Digital collaboration
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Delivery of E-Learning Internet
Intranet / Extranet
audio or video tape, satellite TV, and CD-ROM.
4 CSCL(COMPUTER SUPPORTED COLLABORATIVE LEARNING)
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E-learning - Advantages
Location Independent
Convenience
Flexibility of time
Accessibility from any where in the world
More Economical
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E-Learning - Disadvantages
Requires self discipline
Technology involved
Need infrastructure such as Computers and Internet.
Lack of teacher student interaction
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Levels of E-Learning
Knowledge Databases
Online Support
Asynchronous Training
Synchronous Training
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Knowledge Databases
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It offers indexed explanation and guidance, gives step by step instructions.
Moderately Interactive
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Online Support Slightly more interactive than knowledge databases,
Answers more specific questions and reply is almost immediate.
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Forums
Chat Rooms
Online Bulletin Boards
Live Instant Messaging
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Asynchronous Training
Examples: CD-ROM,
Network based (Intranet or Internet based)
Online bulletin board
Online discussion groups
e-mail
totally self-contained with links to reference materials in place of live instructor.
Involves Self-
Paced Learning
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Synchronous Training
This is done in real-time with a live instructor.
Video conferencing
Internet Telephony or
Even two-way live broadcasts to students in a classroom.
This type of instruction takes place
via
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The E-learning Portal
The E-learning Portal is an online support and a virtual learning
environment.
Online resource of their courses including lecture materials
Study notes
Discussion boards and many more.
It include:
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E-learning Portal is supported using Moodle.
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http://www.act.edu.om/elearning/ or elearning.act.edu.om
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Things to do :
1. Login
2. Familiarize the Elearning Environment & Elements
3. Access Course Material
4. Submit an Assignment
5. Take a Quiz
6. Use Forums
7. Chat
8. Log Out
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BEST PRACTICES IN USING INTERNET
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"Netiquette" stands for "Internet Etiquette", and refers to the set of practices created over the years to make the Internet experience pleasant for everyone.
When Posting or writing a message, remember:
Emotions:-Dont use Upper case letters is considered rude as if you are shouting..
TEACHER, I CAME TO YOUR OFFICE MANY TIMES , YOU WERE NOT THERE.
Be polite when disagreeing to others.
Netiquette
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Netiquette of Sending
Be Brief : Since long messages take a lot of time. Make
messages short and to the point.
Use White Space : Put a blank lines when required in the
message, so that the message is readable.
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Netiquette of Sending
Use Descriptive Subject Lines : The meaning should be clear at a glance.
Stay On-Topic : Talk only about the subject in the forum.
Sending Attachments : Large attachments sent by email to people with slow internet
connection is inconvenient.
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Netiquette for Replying
Reply to sender : When some one asks a question on the forum, send them a reply
directly instead of posting a reply on the forum.
Minimize forwarding : Forward emails only to people interested.
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Netiquette for Replying
Check Current Information Before Replying : Always check your recent email or the most recent posted messages before replying to someone else's message
Reference Past Communications : include a portion of a message you are replying to or use Reply to your message dated(date).
Acknowledge Important Communications: If someone sends you an important e-mail, it is polite to acknowledge the message immediately, so that they know that you received it.
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Self Directed Learning using the Internet
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SDL
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1. Internet Support
2. Searching and retrieving information
Web search engine
Audio/Visual
Animation in Sites
Software
Forums
3. Web Page Ranking
4. Online Support
Wikipedia
LearnOutLoud
OpenCourseWare Finder
Technorati
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References:
Al-Musanna College of Technology , Department of Information technology , Advance IT skills material , pp 1 - 22
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