scholarly journals E-learning Platforms and E-learning Students: Building the Bridge to Success

2013 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 21-34 ◽  
Author(s):  
Manuel Rodrigues ◽  
Sérgio Gonçalves ◽  
Florentino Fdez-Riverola
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Learning Styles ◽  
Traditional Learning ◽  
Affective States ◽  
Non Invasive ◽  
Learning Platform ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Learning Platforms ◽  
Dynamic Recognition ◽  
Insight Into

E-learning platforms are becoming more and more common in education and with organisations. They are seen as a complementary tool to support learning or, as in many cases, as the primary tool to do it (possibly the only one). In traditional learning, teachers can easily get an insight into how their students work and learn, and how they interact in the classroom. However, in online learning, it is more difficult for teachers to see how individual students behave. Affective states and learning styles are determinant in students’ performance. Together with stress, these are crucial factor to success. It is believed that the sole use of an E-learning platform can in itself be a cause of stress for students. Estimating, in a non-invasive way, such parameters, and taking measures to deal with them, are then the goal of this paper. We do not consider the use of dedicated sensors (invasive) such as special gloves or wrist bracelets since we intend not to be dependent on specific hardware and also because we believe that such specific hardware can induce for itself some alteration in the parameters being analysed. Our work focuses on the development of a new module (Dynamic Recognition Module) to incorporate in Moodle E-learning platform, to accommodate individualized support to E-learning students.

An Adaptive e-learning Platform for Personalized Course Generation

2008 ◽  
pp. 262-282 ◽  
Author(s):  
Enver Sangineto
Keyword(s):  
Learning Styles ◽  
Learning Objects ◽  
Learning Preferences ◽  
Domain Specific ◽  
Learning Platform ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Funded Project ◽  
Learning Platforms ◽  
Didactic Material ◽  
Methodological Aspects

In this chapter we show the technical and methodological aspects of an e-learning platform for automatic course personalization built during the European funded project Diogene. The system we propose is composed of different knowledge modules and some inference tools. The knowledge modules represent the system’s information about both the domain-specific didactic material and the student model. By exploiting such information the system automatically builds courses whose didactic material is customized to meet the current student’s degree of knowledge and her/his learning preferences. Concerning the latter, we have adopted the Felder and Silverman’s pedagogical approach in order to match the student’s learning styles with the system Learning Objects’ types. Finally, we take care to describe the system’s didactic material by means of some present standards for e-learning in order to allow knowledge sharing with other e-learning platforms and knowledge searching by means of possible Semantic Web information retrieval facilities.

scholarly journals Online Learning Styles Identification Model, Based on the Analysis of User Interactions Within an E-Learning Platforms, Using Neural Networks and Fuzzy Logic

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (3.13) ◽  
pp. 76
Author(s):  
L Alfaro ◽  
C Rivera ◽  
J Luna-Urquizo ◽  
E Castañeda ◽  
F Fialho
Keyword(s):  
Fuzzy Logic ◽  
Learning Styles ◽  
Learning Style ◽  
User Behavior ◽  
Backpropagation Neural Network ◽  
User Interactions ◽  
Learning Platform ◽  
Proposed Model ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Learning Platforms

Individual Learning Style identification is an essential aspect in the development of intelligent or adaptive e-Learning platforms. Traditional methods are based on the application of questionnaires or psychological tests, which may not be the most appropriate in all cases. The proposed model is based on the analysis of user behavior through the study of their interactions within an e-Learning platform, using a multilayer Backpropagation Neural Network and Fuzzy Logic concepts, for the preprocessing of the inputs and the categorization of the outputs.                                                                              

scholarly journals Using Reminder Tools to Increase Learning Motivation: A Comparison of Mobile Devices, Email and E-learning Platforms

2020 ◽  
Vol 14 (19) ◽  
pp. 82
Author(s):  
Chien-Hung Lai ◽  
Bin-Shyan Jong ◽  
Yen-Teh Hsia ◽  
Tsong-Wuu Lin
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Operating Systems ◽  
Learning Opportunities ◽  
Learning Motivation ◽  
Notification System ◽  
Learning Platform ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Learning Platforms ◽  
E Mail ◽  
Activity Times

Most students are not actively concerned about curriculum activity times. However, without reminders, students will miss out on learning opportunities from the course activities. Therefore, due to the use of smartphones — which are central to people's everyday lives —, this study combined apps and the curriculum to develop a course activity notification system — Mobile Secretary of Operating Systems (MSOS) —­, as a curriculum reminder tool. This tool reminds the student of the curriculum activity times anytime and anywhere, like a secretary. This study also investigates students’ preferences between three distinct reminder tools — the reminder app, e-mail notifications and online learning platform announcements — in terms of their effectiveness in accessing curriculum-related matters, and in previewing and reviewing courses. Additionally, the study examines the efficacy of the MSOS app by comparing the questionnaire results of the students who used the app and those who did not use it. From the results of the questionnaire, it is also ascertained whether those students who used MSOS consider the app to be more convenient and immediate than e-mail notifications and the online learning platform, both in giving access to curriculum-related matters and in previewing and reviewing courses.

scholarly journals An Evaluation of E-Learning Sources used in Higher Education in Covid Pandemic Period

2021 ◽  
pp. 20-25
Author(s):  
Amrita Prakash ◽  
Dr. Kishan Lal
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Online Learning ◽  
Educational System ◽  
Education System ◽  
Global Economy ◽  
Traditional Learning ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Learning Platforms ◽  
Face To Face Learning

Schools, colleges and universities in India is based on traditional learning that is face to face learning through offline classes. Many institute have started mix learning (offline and online) while some institute still lack this facilities. The sudden boom of the coronavirus also called Covid-19 change the educational system. The WHO declared this as a pandemic. This lead to the changes in educational system from the traditional to the online. Everything got changed in an-overnight. Covid-19 affected the person as well as the global economy of a country. It has shaken the learning of the students as it affected the education system. It forced many schools, colleges, institution, etc. to temporarily shut down. Many teachers were discontinuous in taking the classes in online learning. Now, this research paper is based on different e-learning applications that were used in Covid-19 pandemic. How many students were able to improve their skills while using e-learning platforms.

scholarly journals An ESL Online Classroom Experience in Oman during Covid-19

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Syerina Syahrin ◽  
Abdelrahman Abdalla Salih
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Learning Styles ◽  
Learning Style ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Learning Experience ◽  
Online Classroom ◽  
Learning Platform ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Learning Styles Inventory ◽  
The Relationship

This paper aimed to investigate the online learning experience of a group of ESL students at a higher learning institution in Oman during the Covid-19. The paper studied the interaction between the students’ preferred online learning style and the technologies the students experienced on the e-learning platform (Moodle) for the particular ESL course. The rationale for investigating the relationship between the students’ learning styles and the technologies the students experienced is to evaluate if the learning style and the technologies complement each other. It is also aimed to provide an evaluation of an ESL e-learning course by considering the different technologies that can be incorporated into the e-learning classroom to meet the different learning styles. Data was gathered from 32 undergraduate students by utilizing Kolb’s Learning Styles Inventory. The study included analysis of Moodle utilizing Warburton’s Technologies in Use (2007) to develop an understanding of the technologies the students experienced online. The results of the study revealed that the majority of the students’ preferred learning style is reflected in the technologies they experienced in the online classroom. As the relationship of the technology in use and the students learning style preference in the classroom complements each other, the study revealed that the emphasis of the particular skill-based pedagogy ESL classroom is on receptive skills (listening and reading). The lack of the students’ productive skills (speaking and writing) is a cause for concern to the ESL course instructors, policymakers, and the wider community.

scholarly journals E-Learning Theories, Components, and Cloud Computing-Based Learning Platforms

2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (3) ◽  
pp. 1-16
Author(s):  
Vikas Kumar ◽  
Deepika Sharma
Keyword(s):  
Cloud Computing ◽  
Learning Environment ◽  
Learning Theories ◽  
Traditional Learning ◽  
Digital Learning ◽  
Learning Tools ◽  
Digital Platforms ◽  
Learning Platform ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Learning Platforms

The student habit of using the digital platforms can be used to compliment the traditional learning methods. Specifically, designed digital learning platform can support the learning with convenience of time, place, and pace. They can increase the engagement of students and produce higher learning outcomes with increased satisfaction and competence. With a number of embedded features, cloud computing technology-based platforms can deliver the convenience and flexibility in learning environment to compliment the traditional learning pedagogies. The present work identifies the essential learning components that comprise the e-learning environment and categorizes them according to the established learning theories. Further, the prominent cloud-based learning platforms have been mapped to these platforms to see their effectiveness through the existing theories. The work is targeted to form a basis for the development and implementation of successful e-learning tools using the cloud-based platforms.

scholarly journals Assessment of a method for usability testing by determining usability of the online learning platform

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (3) ◽  
pp. 35-41
Author(s):  
Darko Števančec ◽  
Iris Fink Grubačević
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
User Satisfaction ◽  
Statistical Significance ◽  
Emotional Reactions ◽  
Usability Assessment ◽  
Learning Platform ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Product Attractiveness ◽  
Insight Into

Today many products are designed to be reasonably easy to use so, in addition to usefulness, product usability is of great importance. Usability means simply using or simply learning to use a tool or device. In software engineering, usability is the degree to which certain users can effectively use software to achieve their goals in the context of use. Usability assessment involves measurement methods, such as analyzing consumer needs and examining perceptions of product efficiency and product attractiveness. In human-computer interaction, studying usability means the analysis of attractiveness and clarity of an application which is designed to interact with a computer program or web site. Usability takes into account both user satisfaction as well as the usability and quality of the component under study, while striving to improve the user experience through iterative product design. The basic problem of the research project was the pilot assessment of the suitability of our own method of testing the usability of the Sakai online learning platform in integration with the BigBlueButton conference call program. The article presents the most important results of assessing our own method of testing the usability of the learning platform on groups of students and lecturers participating in the e-learning process and project (CPK) testers. The testing was performed on the basis of the evaluation of the test subjects' introspective insight into their own expression of emotional reactions by means of a questionnaire and analysis of mimics, gestures and proxemics from the videos of the test subjects by the testers. The statistical significance of the differences between the groups was performed by Kullback 2Ȋ test of the independence hypothesis.

scholarly journals Factors That Affect E-Learning Platforms after the Spread of COVID-19: Post Acceptance Study

Data ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (5) ◽  
pp. 49
Author(s):  
Rana Saeed Al-Maroof ◽  
Khadija Alhumaid ◽  
Iman Akour ◽  
Said Salloum
Keyword(s):  
Conceptual Model ◽  
Critical Mass ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Daily Routine ◽  
Perceived Ease Of Use ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Learning Platform ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Learning Platforms ◽  
Vaccination Hesitancy

The fear of vaccines has led to population rejection due to various reasons. Students have had their own inquiries towards the effectiveness of the vaccination, which leads to vaccination hesitancy. Vaccination hesitancy can affect students’ perception, hence, acceptance of e-learning platforms. Therefore, this research attempts to explore the post-acceptance of e-learning platforms based on a conceptual model that has various variables. Each variable contributes differently to the post-acceptance of the e-learning platform. The research investigates the moderating role of vaccination fear on the post-acceptance of e-learning platforms among students. Thus, the study aims at exploring students’ perceptions about their post-acceptance of e-learning platforms where vaccination fear functions as a moderator. The current study depends on an online questionnaire that is composed of 29 items. The total number of respondents is 630. The collected data was implemented to test the study model and the proposed constructs and hypotheses depending on the Smart PLS Software. Fear of vaccination has a significant impact on the acceptance of e-learning platforms, and it is a strong mediator in the conceptual model. The findings indicate a positive effect of the fear of vaccination as a mediator in the variables: perceived ease of use and usefulness, perceived daily routine, perceived critical mass and perceived self-efficiency. The implication gives a deep insight to take effective steps in reducing the level of fear of vaccination, supporting the vaccination confidence among educators, teachers and students who will, in turn, affect the society as a whole.

scholarly journals Gender Differences And Psychological Impacts In Higher Education During Covid-19 Pandemic

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 290
Author(s):  
Iswadi Iswadi ◽  
Apriyanto Apriyanto
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Online Learning ◽  
Negative Effects ◽  
Male And Female ◽  
Postgraduate Students ◽  
Learning Platform ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Efl Students ◽  
The Difference

<p><em>E-learning during covid-19 pandemic gives positive and negative effects on students’ psychology. One of the effects of E-Learning is students whose negative and positive perception towards the process of E-Learning. The objectives of the study are to know (1)  The difference perception between male and female EFL post-graduate students of the use of online learning platforms? (2). Impacts psychologically of E-learning during Covid-19 to female and male EFL students in higher education. The method of the study is mixed research with the explanatory sequential design. The participants were 31 EFL postgraduate students in PGRI Indraprasta University. The data collection technique of the study was questionnaires with a Likert scale and an open interview. The data analysis technique of the study is an independent sample t-test with SPSS 22.0 version and collection, reduction, display, and conclusion. The results of the study are: (1) There is no significant difference perception between male and female EFL postgraduate students of the use of online learning platform because the significance value (0.695) which is bigger than 0.05. (2)  E-learning during the Covid-19 pandemic did not  give anxiety, fear, fatigue, and saturation to female and male EFL students in higher education. Implication of this research is University must develop LMS (Learning Management System) for teaching EFL students</em></p>

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