e Learning Definition

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E-learning: Definition

(continued)The term e-learning refers to any training or learning that is

done with an LMS application, or that is computer based.

Learning management is a term used to define strategies thatare developed to help achieve learning outcomes. A learningmanagement system (LMS) provides the necessary tools formanaging, creating, scheduling, training, or learning in an

organization.


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E-learning: DefinitionE-learning is essentially the computer and network-

enabled transfer of skills and knowledge. E-learningapplications and processes include Web-based

learning, computer-based learning, virtual classroomopportunities and digital collaboration. Content isdelivered via the Internet, intranet/extranet, audio orvideo tape, satellite TV, and CD-ROM. It can be self-paced or instructor-led and includes media in the

form of text, image, animation, streaming video andaudio.


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Abbreviations like CBT

(Computer-Based Training),.or WBT(Abbreviations like CBT-Based

Training),.Web-Based Training)have been

used as synonyms to e-learning. Today onecan still find these terms being used, alongwith variations of e-learning such as e -learning, E-learning, and e-Learning. The

terms will be utilized throughout to indicatetheir validity under the broader terminologyof E-learning

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Benefits of E-learning

Benefits of E-learning with an LMS

Reduced costs associated with training fees, travel and accommodation

expenses for workshop or course trainers, and lost employee worktime.

E-learning training can more effectively and actively engage thestudent and produce better test results and higher rates of retention.

Larger numbers of employees can receive training in shorter periods oftime.

Reduced administrative hassle for course registration, and course

content, resulting in further reduced costs.


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Benefits of E-learning

Through online courses, students can earntheir diplomas more quickly, or repeat failed

courses without the embarrassment of beingin a class with younger students. Studentsalso have access to an incredible variety ofenrichment courses in online learning, and

can participate in internships, sports, or workand still graduate with their class.


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Benefits of E-learningGeneral English classes designed to give

experienced EFL teachers autonomy over themethodology use

To motivate learners & keep them focused,

Communicative use of English is

recommended


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The e-learning environmentA learning object (LO) in a virtual learning

environment is usually defined as any entity,digital or non-digital that may be used for

learning, education or learning. It is also calledas web-based interactive chunks or parts of e-Learning courseware designed to explain astand-alone learning objective. In an e-Learning environment a digitized entity can be

used, reused or referenced many times duringthe learning process [1].


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Terminology used in education

with ITCALL Computer Assisted Language Learning

CAI Computer Assisted InstructionICALL Intelligent Computer Assisted Language

LearningCELL Computer Enhanced Language LearningTELL Technology Enhanced Language Learning

E-learning =Webbased instruction

Blended learning combines computer mediatedinstruction with face-to-face


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Approaches to e-learning

services

E-learning services have evolved sincecomputers were first used in education.There is a trend to move towardsblended learning services, where

computer-based activities are integratedwith practical or classroom-basedsituations.


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Approaches to e-learning

servicesDifferent types or forms of e-learning can be

considered as a continuum, from no e-learning, i.e.no use of computers and/or the Internet for teaching

and learning, through classroom aids, such asmaking classroom lecture PowerPoint slides availableto students through a course ,web site or learningmanagement system, to laptop programs, wherestudents are required to bring laptops to class anduse them as part of a face-to-face class, to hybrid

learning, where classroom time is reduced but noteliminated, with more time devoted to onlinelearning, through to fully online learning, which is aform of distance education.


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the status of e-learning

,][refers to web enhanced, websupplemented and web dependent to reflectincreasing intensity of technology use. In theBates and Poole continuum, 'blended

learning' can cover classroom aids, laptopsand hybrid learning, while 'distributedlearning' can incorporate either hybrid or fullyonline learning.


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Learning management system (LMS) andLearning content management system(LCMS

:Learning management system

LMS) is software used for delivering, tracking andmanaging training/education. LMSs range fromsystems for managing training/educational records tosoftware for distributing courses over the Internetand offering features for online collaboration.

Alearning content management system(LCMS) issoftware for authoring, editing and indexing e-

learning content (courses, reusable content objects).An LCMS may be solely dedicated to producing andpublishing content that is hosted on an LMS, or it canhost the content itself.

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A LMS allows for teachers and administratorsto track attendance, time on task, and

student progress. LMS also allows for not onlyteachers and administrators to track thesevariables but parents and students as well.Parents can log on to the LMS to track

grades. Students log on to the LMS to submithomework and to access the course syllabusand lessons.


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The Blackboard Learning

SystemThe Blackboard Learning System is a Web-based

server software platform. Features include coursemanagement, a customizable open architecture, and

a scalable design that allows for integration withstudent information systems and authenticationprotocols. It may be installed on local servers orhosted by Blackboard ASP Solutions. Its mainpurposes are to add online elements to courses

traditionally delivered face-to-face and to developcompletely online courses with few or no face-to-facemeetings.


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The Blackboard Learning

SystemCommunication

Announcements: Professors and teachers may postannouncements for students to read. These can be found underthe announcement tab, or can be made to pop-up when a

student accesses Blackboard.This function allows those students who are online to chatChat:in real time with other students in their class section.

: This feature allows students and professors toDiscussionscreate a discussion thread and reply to ones already created.

Blackboard mail allows students and teachers to send mailMail:to one another. This feature supports mass emailing to students

in a course.


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Course content

: This feature allows teachers to post article,Course contentassignments, videos etc.

Teachers can use this function to post due dates forCalendar:assignments and tests.

: This feature is often used for strictly onlineLearning modulesclasses. It allows professors to post different lessons forstudents to access.

: This tab allows professors to post quizzes andAssessmentsexams and allows students to access them anywhere there is aninternet connection.

This features allows for assignments to be postedAssignments:

and for students to be able to submit assignments onlineGrade Book: Teachers and professors may post grades onBlackboard for students to view.

: Videos and other media may be posted underMedia Librarythis function.


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Moodle System

Moodle has several features considered typical of ane-learning platform, plus some original innovations

(like its filtering system.][)Moodle is very similar to a

learning management system. Moodle can be used inmany types of environments such as in education,training and development, and business settings.

Developers can extend Moodle's modularconstruction by creating plugins for specific newfunctionality. Moodle's infrastructure supports many

:ins-plugtypes:
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Moodle System

activities (including word and mathgames)

resource typesquestion types (multiple choice, true

and false, fill in the blank, etc)

data field types (for the databaseactivity)

graphical themes


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Moodle System

authentication methods (can requireusername and password accessibility)

enrollment methods

content filters


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ATutor Management-

System (LCMS

ATutor is used in various contexts, including online coursemanagement,continuing professional developmentfor teachers,

career development, and academic research.[1]The software iscited as unique for its accessibility features, (useful to visually-impaired and disabled learners); and for its suitability foreducational use according to software evaluation criteriaestablished by The American Society for Training and

Development (ASTD.)[2][3]ATutor is used internationally andhas been translated into over fifteen languages with support forover forty additional language modules currently under

development.[4][5]
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ATutor learning managementsystem

A Tutor is an Open Source Web-basedLearning Management System (LMS),

designed with accessibility andadaptability in mind. Authorinteroperable e-learning content,

provides social networking, and adheresto standards.


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Accessibility featuresTwo, of many, accessibility features in the system are

text alternatives for all visual elements, and keyboardaccess to all elements of the program. With thesefeatures, a blind person can listen to the entire

interface of the system with the help of a screenreader, and he or she can access the system withoutneeding a mouse. These features also allow ATutorto adapt to a wide variety of technologies includingcell phones, personal data assistants (PDAs), and

based Web browsers, to name a few-text.[13].


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Accessibility featuresATutor includes a content authoring tool that

prompts content developers to create accessiblelearning materials. Such prompts encourage authors

to add a text alternatives if they forget to include onewhen adding an image, for instance. The authoringtool also includes a Web service that evaluates theaccessibility of authored content against variousinternational standards. In addition to creating

accessible content, the tool is itself accessible,allowing a blind user to create content themselves


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Technology issues

Communication technologies aregenerally categorized asAsynchronous

or synchronous,blogssuch asAsynchronous activities

.wikis,anddiscussion boards.
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Technology issues

The idea here is that participants mayengage in the exchange of ideas or

information without dependency ofother participants involvement at thesame time . Electronic mail (Email) can

bein that mailasynchronouscan be

sent or received without having boththe participants involvement at the

same time.
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Technology issues

Asynchronous learning also givesstudents the ability to work at their own

pace. This is particularly beneficial forstudents who have health problems.They have the opportunity to complete

their work in a low stress environment.


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Technology issues

Synchronous activities involve more than oneor more participants during the same period

of time. A face to face discussion is anexample of synchronous communications.Synchronousactivities occur with all

participants joining in at once, as with an

online chat session or a virtual classroom ormeeting..


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Technology issues

Virtual classrooms and meetings canoften use a mix of communication

technologies. Participants in a virtualclassroom use icons called emoticons tocommunicate feelings and responses to

questions or statements


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Other communication technologiesavailable in a virtual classroom include

text notes, microphone rights, andbreakout sessions. Breakout sessionsallow the participants to work

collaboratively in a small group settingto accomplish a task.


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asynchronousonline courses

In asynchronousonline courses, students proceed attheir own pace. If they need to listen to a lecture asecond time, or think about a question for awhile,

they may do so without fearing that they will holdback the rest of the class. Through online courses,students can earn their diplomas more quickly, orrepeat failed courses without the embarrassment ofbeing in a class with younger students. Students also

have access to an incredible variety of enrichmentcourses in online learning, and can participate ininternships, sports, or work and still graduate withtheir class.


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learning-Eis naturally suited todistance learningbut can also be usedin conjunction with face-to-face teaching, in which case the term

Blended learningLearning pioneer Bernard Luskin-is commonly used. Eargues that the "E" must be understood to have broad meaning if e-Learning is to be effective. Luskin says that the "e" should be

interpreted to mean exciting, energetic, enthusiastic, emotional,extended, excellent, and educational in addition to "electronic" that is atraditional national interpretation. This broader interpretation allows for

st century applications and brings learning and21media psychologyinto the equation[.citation needed]

Inhigher educationespecially, the increasing tendency is to create aVirtual Learning Environment(VLE) (which is sometimes combined with

aManagement Information System (MIS)to create aManaged Learning Environment)in which all aspects of a course are handledthrough a consistent user interface standard throughout the institution
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The Blended learningapproach

The Blended learning approach for

English combines compute mediated

instruction with face-to-face

instruction within a complimentary

theoretical and pedagogic frameworkwithout negatively affecting language

acquisition rates


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The Blended learningapproach

Blended Approach

multimedia computer provides

optimal input practice activities

classroom provides the human element

where the language models come tolife and are extended in a social

context


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Course Planning & SyllabusDesign

The creation of an e-course

requires:

Needs analysis

Situation analysis

Planning goals and learning outcomesCourse planning and syllabus design


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Requirements

Deciding whether the target group is mono linguistic or not.Deciding the Daily use of English

Deciding the Attitude of management

Assessment of Language abilityAssessment of mandatory language tuition

Availability of computersExisting processes in place for language learning


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Planning goals and learning

outcomes

Structure of the course provides inbuilt goalsTime set for advancement from one level to

another3 month period

Within this time frame smaller forth nightlygoals are set

Progress on CALL program measure by:


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Use of speech recognitionPlayback of voice

Use of textComprehension score

Mastery test scoreCompletion time

Classroom assessment includes:Teacher assessment

Academic progressAttendance

Time keepingWork completion rate


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Difficulties dictated by:Theoretical underpinning of the e-course

programLow boredom thresholds associated with

computerinstruction

High drop out ratesLack of interaction with native speakersLack of monitoring within the e-course

program


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Blended ApproachGeneral English classes designed to give experienced

EFL teachers autonomy over the methodology useHowever scope & sequence of the language are set

by the e- course programTo motivate learners & keep them focused,communicative

use of English is recommendedThis helpes further personalize the language

To give validity to this - these classes are deliveredby former EFL experts who are trained in EFL

To Give students time to practice communicative English andinteract with Subject Matter Experts (SME)


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Subject Matter Experts (SME)

Careful consideration given to thisUse of SME twofold

Help design language lessons with an authentic EnglishProvide an interface for the learners with native speaking peers

Interaction with SMEs carefully spacedIntervals of four weeks

Reason increases motivation in general English classesSME lessons designed to provide communicative framework for

the instruction of standard phraseologyOur belief is standard phraseology is imparted to the studens by

those who have used it in a real setting


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