scholarly journals Application of learning scenarios quality evaluation methods

2011 ◽  
Vol 52 ◽  
Author(s):  
Eugenijus Kurilovas ◽  
Inga Žilinskienė

The paper is aimed to analyse the problems of evaluation of quality of learning scenarios. Multiple criteria analysis principles are applied to form learning scenarios quality model. Several alternativesof learning scenarios that are widely used in Europe are analysed in the paper. These alternatives are evaluated with the help of the created quality model and application of triangular and trapezoidalfuzzy numbers methods. Research results show that both these methods are applicable in practice while evaluating quality of learning scenarios alternatives, and their application shows in principlesimilar results while comparing different alternatives of learning scenarios. 

2013 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
pp. 78-92 ◽  
Author(s):  
Eugenijus Kurilovas ◽  
Inga Zilinskienė

The aim of the paper is to present a new MCEQLS AHP method for the expert evaluation of quality of learning scenarios. A special attention is paid to suitability of scenarios to particular learner groups (styles). Solution of learning scenarios quality evaluation and optimisation problem could help educational institutions to select suitable scenarios for particular learning styles. The research results will be implemented in iTEC – a four-year, largest pan-European e-learning R&D project focused on the design of the future classroom funded by 7th Framework Programme. A novel method of consecutive triple application of AHP is explored in more detail. Suitability of several iTEC scenarios to particular learner groups is also analysed in the paper. A number of multiple criteria decision analysis principles are applied to create a comprehensive quality model (criteria tree) for evaluating quality of scenarios. Several optimisation methods are explored and applied to optimise learning scenarios in conformity with particular learning style. Several practical examples of iTEC learning scenarios alternatives have been evaluated against the proposed MCEQLS AHP method. The research results have shown that the proposed MCEQLS AHP method is quite objective, exact and simple to use for selecting qualitative scenarios alternatives for particular learner groups.


Author(s):  
Eugenijus Kurilovas

This chapter analyzes the quality of XML learning object repositories. Special attention is paid to the models and methods to evaluate the quality of learning repositories. Multiple criteria decision analysis and optimization methods are explored to be applied for evaluating the quality of learning repositories. This chapter also presents the results of several large-scale projects co-funded by EU research programs that have been implemented in the area of learning repositories. Learning repositories’ technological quality model (system of criteria) and novel comprehensive model for evaluating the quality of user interfaces of learning repositories are presented in more detail. The general MCEQLS (Multiple Criteria Evaluation of Learning Software) approach is presented in this chapter. It is shown that the MCEQLS approach is suitable for evaluating the quality of learning repositories. The author believes that research results presented in the chapter will be useful for all educational stakeholder groups interested in developing learning repositories.


2017 ◽  
Vol 35 (5) ◽  
pp. 953-976
Author(s):  
Christian Vidal-Castro ◽  
Alejandra Andrea Segura Navarrete ◽  
Victor Menendez-Dominguez ◽  
Claudia Martinez-Araneda

Purpose This paper aims to address the need to ensure the quality of metadata records describing learning resources. We propose improvements to a metadata-quality model, specifically for the compliance sub-feature of the functionality feature. Compliance is defined as adherence level of the learning object metadata content to the metadata standard used for its specification. The paper proposes metrics to assess the compliance, which are applied to a set of learning objects, showing their applicability and usefulness in activities related to resources management. Design/methodology/approach The methodology considers a first stage of metrics refinement to obtain the indicator of the sub-feature compliance. The next stage is the proposal evaluation, where it is determined if metrics can be used as a conformity indicator of learning object metadata with a standard (metadata compliance). The usefulness of this indicator in the information retrieval area is approached through an assessment of learning objects where the quality level of its metadata and the ranking in which they are retrieved by a repository are correlated. Findings This study confirmed that the best results for metrics of standardization, completeness, congruence, coherence, correctness and understandability, which determine the compliance indicator, were obtained for learning objects whose metadata were better labelled. Moreover, it was found that the learning objects with the highest level of compliance indicator have better positions in the ranking when a repository retrieves them through an exact search based on metadata. Research limitations/implications In this study, only a sub-feature of the quality model is detailed, specifically the compliance of learning object standard. Another limitation was the size of the learning objects set used in the experiment. Practical implications This proposal is independent from any metadata standard and can be applied to improve processes associated with the management of learning objects in a repository-like retrieval and recommendation. Originality/value The originality and value of this proposal are related to quality of learning object metadata considered from a holistic point of view through six metrics. These metrics quantify both technical and pedagogical aspects through automatic evaluation and supported by experts. In addition, the applicability of the indicator in recovery systems is shown, by example to be incorporated as an additional criterion in the learning object ranking.


2014 ◽  
Vol 693 ◽  
pp. 261-266 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jolanta B. Krolczyk ◽  
Marek Tukiendorf ◽  
Rafał Dawid

The paper presents the research on the quality of thirteen-component granular mixture. The changes in the quality of the mixture after reduction the mixing time from a standard time of 30 minutes to: 25 minutes, 20 minutes and 15 minutes have been analyzed. The research has been conducted in industrial conditions where a vertical mixer with worm agitator with the charge of two tons was used. Research results were presented graphically as changes in concentration of components shares in the mixing time of 30, 25, 20 and 15 minutes and the obtained results were compared. Quality assessment of a thirteen-component mixture with the use of residual sum of squares for four mixing times was carried out.


2018 ◽  
pp. 36-40
Author(s):  
kinga Boroń

This article discusses the issues concerning the quality of casting surface with a small unit weight manufactured on the Disamatic automatic casting lines in a flaskless mould with a vertical parting line. The research was conducted in manufacturing conditions in one of the casting facilities in the country. The identification of casting defects for a monthly manufacturing cycle was made and agreed that the main causes of scrap casting are defects on the raw surface: lumps of moulding sand which after removal form cavities and draws as well as defects of gas origin such as blowholes. There are also defects of form namely short runs. In the later part of the work, the research results of the properties of moulding sand were presented and casting defects were selected the occurrence of which is connected with the quality of moulding sands.


2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Desmalina Desmalina

This study aims to improve the quality of learning through guidance in developing snowball throwing cooperative learning scenarios for elementary school teachers. This study was conducted at SDN 001 Muara Lembu from October to November 2019. The research subjects were 12 SDN 001 Muara Lembu teachers. This research is a school action research design based on the Kemmis model. The expected indicator of success is that the quality of learning reaches good categories. The results of the study in the first cycle are the average quality of learning to get a value of 61% which includes enough categories, in the second cycle increased to 77% which is classified as good. The conclusion based on the results is that the quality of learning has improved after guidance of SDN 001 Muara Lembu teachers in developing snowball throwing cooperative learning scenarios


2010 ◽  
Vol 51 ◽  
Author(s):  
Elvyra Ignaško ◽  
Eugenijus Kurilovas

The paper is aimed to analyse the learning objects quality evaluation model taking into account learning objects reusability principles. Multiple criteria analysis methods and quality evaluation criteria identification principles are used to create the learning objects quality evaluation model. The portrait of the sets of the learning objects reusability principles and the learning objects quality evaluation criteria is presented in the paper. This portrait shows the bilateral cohesion of theseprinciples and criteria. The presented learning objects quality evaluation model is usable in education institutions while selecting learning objects in the market or free-of-charge repositories.


2016 ◽  
Vol 57 ◽  
Author(s):  
Julija Kurilova ◽  
Eugenijus Kurilovas

In the paper, learning scenarios (units) quality evaluation and optimisation problems are analysed. Learning scenarios optimisation is referred here as its personalisation according to learners needs. In the paper, comparative analysis of two popular optimisation methods based on Fuzzy numbers theory and Analytic Hierarchy Process is performed, aiming to measure what method is the most suitable to evaluate the quality of personalised learning scenarios. Learning scenarios quality is referred here as its suitability to learners needs. Research results show that Fuzzy numbers theorybased methods are more suitable to evaluate the quality of personalised learning scenarios.


Cities ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 72 ◽  
pp. 82-93 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. Kaklauskas ◽  
E.K. Zavadskas ◽  
A. Radzeviciene ◽  
I. Ubarte ◽  
A. Podviezko ◽  
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2014 ◽  
Vol 945-949 ◽  
pp. 30-34 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kai Mi ◽  
Yun Hu ◽  
Chao Yin

With the rapid development of computer aided technology, the application of model based definition (MBD) in the research and development (R&D) processes of aerospace products become more and more widespread. The quality of MBD refers to its ability to meet the requirements of the downstream processes like subsequent design, manufacture, simulation, and inspection etc. Based on MBD’s quality characteristics, such as modeling and simulation quality, design process quality, geometry and topology quality, data quality and data exchange quality, this paper constructs a quality model for aerospace digital products and proposes both qualitative and quantitative quality evaluation methods for MBD of aerospace products.


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