Collaborative Partnership Approach to Improve Learning Through Interactive and Innovative Blended Learning: A Case Study of the National E-Learning Resource Centre (NELRC) at the University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka

2021 ◽  
pp. 43-64
Author(s):  
Suraweera Namali ◽  
Yatigammana Kaushalya ◽  
Priyankara Chathura ◽  
Wijayarathna Gamini ◽  
Ranepura Upul Jayantha
Keyword(s):  
Sri Lanka ◽  
Blended Learning ◽  
Collaborative Partnership ◽  
Learning Resource ◽  
E Learning ◽  
The University ◽  
Partnership Approach

Hindrance to the Integration of e-learning Adoption in Nigerian Universities

GIS Business ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 14 (5) ◽  
pp. 21-28
Author(s):  
Abasiama G. Akpan ◽  
Chris Eriye Tralagba
Keyword(s):  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Case Study Research ◽  
University Education ◽  
Learning Approach ◽  
University System ◽  
Electronic Learning ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Nigerian University ◽  
The University

Electronic learning or online learning is a part of recent education which is dramatically used in universities all over the world. As well as the use and integration of e-learning is at the crucial stage in all developing countries. It is the most significant part of education that enhances and improves the educational system. This paper is to examine the hindrances that influence e-learning in Nigerian university system. In order to have an inclusive research, a case study research was performed in Evangel University, Akaeze, southeast of Nigeria. The paper demonstrates similar hindrances on country side. This research is a blend of questionnaires and interviews, the questionnaires was distributed to lecturers and an interview was conducted with management and information technology unit. Research had shown the use of e-learning in university education which has influenced effectively and efficiently the education system and that the University education in Nigeria is at the crucial stage of e-learning. Hence, some of the hindrances are avoiding unbeaten integration of e-learning. The aim of this research is to unravel the barriers that impede the integration of e-learning in universities in Nigeria. Nevertheless, e-learning has modified the teaching and learning approach but integration is faced with many challenges in Nigerian University.

Blended Learning Support for Undergraduate Students’ Research and Writing Skills Development

2014 ◽  
pp. 341-368
Author(s):  
Asako Yoshida
Keyword(s):  
Blended Learning ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Exploratory Study ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Learning Support ◽  
Learning Practices ◽  
University Of Manitoba ◽  
Main Barrier ◽  
The University

In this exploratory study, a subject librarian and a writing instructor investigated the potential of designing blended learning around research paper assignments in the context of two foundational courses in the Faculty of Human Ecology at the University of Manitoba, Canada. The objective was to explore alternative, more embedded learning support for undergraduate students. The significance of blended learning support was situated in the broader literature of the teaching and learning practices in higher education. In this case study, descriptions of blended learning support for facilitating student learning, and of the main barrier to its implementation are provided. Based on what was learned in the exploratory study, the chapter provides working guidelines for designing and developing blended learning support, mainly drawing from Butler and Cartier’s (2004) research on academic engagement.

Blended Learning in Higher Education

2018 ◽  
pp. 290-306 ◽  
Author(s):  
Simon Kang'ethe Ngigi ◽  
Elizabeth A. Obura
Keyword(s):  
Blended Learning ◽  
Opportunity To Learn ◽  
Learning Technologies ◽  
Blended Instruction ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Learning Techniques ◽  
E Learning ◽  
University Course ◽  
The University ◽  
Open The Doors

Online and blended instruction offers learners a unique opportunity to learn ubiquitously without being limited to the constraints of time and distance. Additionally, these pedagogies have the potential to open the doors of the university to a wider audience, provide choices for non-traditional students, and extend services to populations that would otherwise not be able to attend the classes on campus. However, complementing traditional teaching with blended learning techniques in a traditional university course presents various challenges. This chapter identify gaps in the factors affecting blended learning in the digital age. Based on the findings, the authors argue that instructors can rely on e-learning technologies to implement blended learning model by redesigning some lectures into new online learning activities, such as tutorials, self-testing exercises, and online group collaborations.

E-learning and information literacy at the University of Jos

2014 ◽  
Vol 35 (8/9) ◽  
pp. 607-628 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vicki Lawal ◽  
Stephen Akintunde
Keyword(s):  
Information Literacy ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Case Study Research ◽  
Content Type ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Learning Platforms ◽  
Information Skills ◽  
The University

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to examine the potential role of information literacy (IL) within the changing context of the e-learning environment at the University of Jos in recent years. It focuses and emphasises the role of the University library in facilitating teaching and learning through the use of e-learning platforms in teaching information retrieval skills. The paper aims to identify gaps in students’ information skills that could be addressed through IL instruction. Design/methodology/approach – The study employed a case study research design while the methodology involved the administration of structured questionnaires to the two groups of respondents. Findings – Findings from the study provide useful insights to the skills challenges experienced by students and point to a need for effective collaboration between the library, faculty and management in order to promote a better approach to learning at the institution. Originality/value – By emphasising the role of the library, the paper contributes to previous studies on e-learning at the University and provides a basis for further research in this regard.

scholarly journals Students’ Perception towards the Library User Education Programmes of the University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka: A Case Study

2018 ◽  
Vol 21 (2) ◽  
pp. 106
Author(s):  
C. N. D. Punchihewa ◽  
K. G. A. P. Kiriella ◽  
A. D. B. Kumara ◽  
Ruvini C. Kodikara
Keyword(s):  
Sri Lanka ◽  
The University ◽  
Library User ◽  
User Education

scholarly journals Students’ and Instructor’s Perspective on the use of Blackboard Platform for Delivering an Engineering Course

2018 ◽  
Vol 16 (1) ◽  
pp. pp1-15 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jacek Uziak ◽  
M. Tunde Oladiran ◽  
Edmund Lorencowicz ◽  
Kurt Becker
Keyword(s):  
Information Technology ◽  
Blended Learning ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Learning Strategy ◽  
Course Management System ◽  
Positive Experience ◽  
University Of Botswana ◽  
Learning Platform ◽  
E Learning ◽  
The University

The use of Information Technology (IT) has been growing over the years in various human endeavours. It has also been adopted in education sector for teaching and learning. Various studies have been conducted to assess the effectiveness and acceptance of e-learning strategy by students. In particular, the current research is an attempt to obtain students’ and instructor’s perspective on the use of Blackboard software. The technology is a course management system used in a blended learning mode to deliver a third year mechanical engineering course at the University of Botswana (UB). In terms of students’ views, the study covered a period of nine years and the questionnaire survey was administered to each succeeding cohort of students. Whereas in terms of the instructor’s perspective the motivation and the challenges faced during the years of use of the platform were described. Results indicate that students were generally comfortable with the use of Blackboard as they highly embraced it. Students indicate that their performance improved and communication with instructor was enhanced significantly. The respondents also recommended that Blackboard should be used in other courses in their programme of study. The instructor considered the time factor the most vital challenge related to the use of the platform. However, despite the challenges the application of the learning platform and the development of its material was a positive experience for the instructor and well received by the students.

scholarly journals A Blended Learning Module in Statistics for Computer Science and Engineering Students Revisited

2017 ◽  
Vol 7 (4) ◽  
pp. 66
Author(s):  
Christina Andersson ◽  
Doina Logofatu
Keyword(s):  
Blended Learning ◽  
Computer Science ◽  
Engineering Students ◽  
Independent Learning ◽  
Basic Knowledge ◽  
Learning Module ◽  
Spare Time ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Learning Development ◽  
The University

Teaching a statistics course for undergraduate computer science students can be very challenging: As statistics teachers we are usually faced with problems ranging from a complete disinterest in the subject to lack of basic knowledge in mathematics and anxiety for failing the exam, since statistics has the reputation of having high failure rates. In our case, we additionally struggle with difficulties in the timing of the lectures as well as often occurring absence of the students due to spare-time jobs or a long traveling time to the university. This paper reveals how these issues can be addressed by the introduction of a blended learning module in statistics. In the following, we describe an e-learning development process used to implement time- and location-independent learning in statistics. The study focuses on a six-step-approach for developing the blended learning module. In addition, the teaching framework for the blended module is presented, including suggestions for increasing the interest in learning the course. Furthermore, the first experimental in-class usage, including evaluation of the students’ expectations, has been completed and the outcome is discussed.

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