A service-oriented approach towards context-aware mobile Learning Management Systems

2010 ◽  
Author(s):  
Philipp Lehsten ◽  
Raphael Zender ◽  
Ulrike Lucke ◽  
Djamshid Tavangarian
Keyword(s):  
Mobile Learning ◽  
Learning Management Systems ◽  
Management Systems ◽  
Context Aware ◽  
Service Oriented ◽  
Learning Management ◽  
Oriented Approach

Integrating the LMS in Service Oriented eLearning Systems

2011 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 1-12 ◽  
Author(s):  
José Paulo Leal ◽  
Ricardo Queirós
Keyword(s):  
Web Services ◽  
Multiple Choice ◽  
Heterogeneous Systems ◽  
Learning Management Systems ◽  
Management Systems ◽  
Automatic Evaluation ◽  
Learning Tools ◽  
Large Classes ◽  
Service Oriented ◽  
Learning Management

Learning management systems are routinely used for presenting, solving and grading exercises with large classes. However, teachers are constrained to use questions with pre-defined answers, such as multiple-choice, to automatically correct the exercises of their students. Complex exercises cannot be evaluated automatically by the LMS and require the coordination of a set of heterogeneous systems. For instance, programming exercises require a specialized exercise resolution environment and automatic evaluation features, each provided by a different type of system. In this paper, the authors discuss an approach for the coordination of a network of eLearning systems supporting the resolution of exercises. The proposed approach is based on a pivot component embedded in the LMS and has two main roles: 1) provide an exercise resolution environment, and 2) coordinate communication between the LMS and other systems, exposing their functions as web services. The integration of the pivot component in the LMS relies on Learning Tools Interoperability (LTI). This paper presents an architecture to coordinate a network of eLearning systems and validate the proposed approach by creating such a network integrated with LMS from two different vendors.

Towards Mobile Learning Applications Integration with Learning Management Systems

2010 ◽  
pp. 182-194 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marc Alier Forment ◽  
María José Casany Guerrero ◽  
Jordi Piguillem Poch
Keyword(s):  
Mobile Learning ◽  
New Technologies ◽  
Learning Management Systems ◽  
Virtual Classroom ◽  
Learning Activities ◽  
Management Systems ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Web Based Learning ◽  
Learning Management ◽  
Learning Software

ICT in education innovators are creating new kinds of learning applications using all sorts of new technologies available: Web 2.0, Mobile, Gaming platforms and even Virtual Worlds. Mobile learning applications (m-learning) take advantage of the ubiquitousness of the mobile devices to explore new kinds of ways of learning. Learning Management Systems (LMS) are a consolidated kind of Web based learning software that over the last 15 years have evolved to meet the needs of the learning institution to basic, common online educational platforms. The LMS creates a Web based space for every course (Virtual classroom) that can be used to complement the presence learning activities (Blended Learning) or to fully deliver the course contents (Online Learning). Nowadays most learning organizations have integrated a LMS with their information systems (back-office, academic management, etc.) to a point where all learning activities (virtual and non virtual) have a counterpart (syllabus, assessments, scheduling, etc.) in the LMS virtual classrooms. M-learning is not destined to replace the current Web based learning applications, but to extend it, that is why Mobile Applications will need to be able to integrate with the LMS. It also makes sense to be able to access some of the services of the LMS Virtual Classroom from the mobile device. But, to accomplish this goal might not be a simple task. This chapter analyzes the complexities involved to achieve that goal, and describes some standard interoperability architectures and related research and development projects that will allow this kind of interaction between the LMS and the m-learning applications.

Blended Learning Revisited

2012 ◽  
pp. 52-66
Author(s):  
Pablo Ortega Gil ◽  
Francisco Arcos García
Keyword(s):  
Blended Learning ◽  
Mobile Learning ◽  
New Ventures ◽  
Learning Management Systems ◽  
Everyday Practice ◽  
Management Systems ◽  
Target Groups ◽  
Learning Management ◽  
Teachers Attitudes ◽  
The Universe

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 enthusiasts that wanted to bring novel perspectives into education. Everyday practice, together with the growing services it is rendering, has turned blended learning into the mainstay of education. The authors review some of the projects they have been carrying out in later years, all of them involving the use of Learning Management Systems for different target groups. They provide details about students’ response, teachers’ attitudes, and parents’ opinions. They also show how their model has grown richer and richer thanks to the feedback obtained from all parts. Finally, future lines of development are suggested, among which mobile learning stands out. A recently launched mobile learning project is summarized.

scholarly journals Incorporating Mobile Learning into Athletic Training Education

2009 ◽  
Vol 4 (4) ◽  
pp. 152-156 ◽  
Author(s):  
Emily Davie
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Mobile Devices ◽  
Athletic Training ◽  
Mobile Learning ◽  
Learning Management Systems ◽  
Athletic Training Education ◽  
Management Systems ◽  
Personal Digital Assistants ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Learning Management

Objective: To introduce and present techniques for incorporating mobile learning into athletic training education. Background: The matriculation of digital natives into college has stimulated the identification and development of new teaching and learning strategies. Electronic learning (e-learning), including the use of learning management systems, has been combined with traditional classroom lectures and lab activities to address the needs of these technologically savvy students. Learning management systems offer valuable options to students, but still rely on a computer terminal to interface with the material. Restrictions on when and where a student can “plug-in” to learn places limitations on e-learning. Mobile learning (m-learning) is a sub-set of e-learning that uses hand-held devices to allow flexibility in learning at any time and any place. M-learning involves the use of mobile devices such as mobile phones, personal digital assistants (PDAs), and portable media players for the purposes of acquiring and disseminating knowledge. A variety of methods have been identified for incorporating m-learning into higher education. Articles regarding the use of m-learning, specifically in health care education, are limited. Description: Descriptions of m-learning applications in higher education are presented. Examples of techniques are offered to aid the athletic training instructor in implementing the m-learning principles into the classroom and clinical settings. Application: Athletic training education lends itself well to m-learning. Athletic training students can utilize mobile devices to prepare for an upcoming class session, participate during class, review and study course materials, communicate with teachers and peers, enhance clinical education, and document clinical experiences.

Using a Process-Aware Information System to Support Collaboration in Mobile Learning Management Systems

2011 ◽  
pp. 140-156
Author(s):  
Roberto Perez-Rodriguez ◽  
Manuel Caeiro-Rodriguez ◽  
Luis Anido-Rifon
Keyword(s):  
Information System ◽  
Open Source ◽  
Mobile Learning ◽  
Learning Management Systems ◽  
Management Systems ◽  
Collaborative Game ◽  
Learning Management ◽  
Enhanced Reality

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 enhanced reality environment, as an example of collaboration. Several alternatives to support this scenario are analyzed, and the proposed architecture to integrate process-based collaboration in mobile Learning Management Systems is discussed in detail. Finally, an implementation of this scenario using open-source technologies is detailed.

Integrating the LMS in Service Oriented eLearning Systems

2012 ◽  
pp. 1261-1271
Author(s):  
José Paulo Leal ◽  
Ricardo Queirós
Keyword(s):  
Web Services ◽  
Multiple Choice ◽  
Heterogeneous Systems ◽  
Learning Management Systems ◽  
Management Systems ◽  
Automatic Evaluation ◽  
Learning Tools ◽  
Large Classes ◽  
Service Oriented ◽  
Learning Management

Learning management systems are routinely used for presenting, solving and grading exercises with large classes. However, teachers are constrained to use questions with pre-defined answers, such as multiple-choice, to automatically correct the exercises of their students. Complex exercises cannot be evaluated automatically by the LMS and require the coordination of a set of heterogeneous systems. For instance, programming exercises require a specialized exercise resolution environment and automatic evaluation features, each provided by a different type of system. In this paper, the authors discuss an approach for the coordination of a network of eLearning systems supporting the resolution of exercises. The proposed approach is based on a pivot component embedded in the LMS and has two main roles: 1) provide an exercise resolution environment, and 2) coordinate communication between the LMS and other systems, exposing their functions as web services. The integration of the pivot component in the LMS relies on Learning Tools Interoperability (LTI). This paper presents an architecture to coordinate a network of eLearning systems and validate the proposed approach by creating such a network integrated with LMS from two different vendors.

Blended Learning Revisited

2011 ◽  
pp. 58-72 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pablo Ortega Gil ◽  
Francisco Arcos García
Keyword(s):  
Blended Learning ◽  
Mobile Learning ◽  
New Ventures ◽  
Learning Management Systems ◽  
Everyday Practice ◽  
Management Systems ◽  
Target Groups ◽  
Learning Management ◽  
Teachers Attitudes ◽  
The Universe

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 enthusiasts that wanted to bring novel perspectives into education. Everyday practice, together with the growing services it is rendering, has turned blended learning into the mainstay of education. The authors review some of the projects they have been carrying out in later years, all of them involving the use of Learning Management Systems for different target groups. They provide details about students’ response, teachers’ attitudes, and parents’ opinions. They also show how their model has grown richer and richer thanks to the feedback obtained from all parts. Finally, future lines of development are suggested, among which mobile learning stands out. A recently launched mobile learning project is summarized.

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