scholarly journals Catering For Individual Student Learning Preferences In Economics

2009 ◽  
Vol 2 (9) ◽  
pp. 41-48 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anthony Stokes ◽  
Edgar Wilson
Keyword(s):  
Learning Styles ◽  
Learning Preferences ◽  
Individual Student ◽  
Learning Program ◽  
Universities And Colleges ◽  
Computer Based Learning ◽  
Teaching Economics ◽  
Economics Students ◽  
Computer Based ◽  
The University

There have been many national and international reports expressing concern about the problems of teaching economics subjects in universities and colleges. This paper puts forward one approach to deal with the issue through the use of a computer based learning program designed to cater for the differences in backgrounds and learning styles of economics students at the University of Wollongong, Australia.

Usability

2011 ◽  
pp. 1931-1937
Author(s):  
Su-Ting Yong
Keyword(s):  
User Interface ◽  
User Experience ◽  
Interaction Design ◽  
Design Principles ◽  
Learning Program ◽  
Design Models ◽  
Computer Based Learning ◽  
History Of ◽  
Computer Based ◽  
Definition Of

This is a brief review of the history of usability and a discussion of usability in developing a computer-based learning program (CBLP). According to ISO 9241, usability is defined as the extent to which a product can be used by specified users to achieve specified goals with effectiveness, efficiency, and satisfaction in a specified context of use (Bevan, 2001). The main focus of usability in this article is concerned with the user interface and interaction design. To create a usable computer-based learning program, one needs to understand the definition of usability and the goals of usability. Besides achieving usability goals, a usable CBLP should also be able to attain user experience goals. Design principles can be used to develop a CBLP featured with usability. Two design models will be discussed in this review.

Culture and Cognition: Implications for Cognitive Design of Learning Resources

2005 ◽  
Vol 49 (15) ◽  
pp. 1444-1448 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chang S. Nam ◽  
Hyung N. Kim ◽  
Tonya L. Smith-Jackson ◽  
Wayne A. Scales
Keyword(s):  
Interface Design ◽  
Design Guidelines ◽  
Learning Preferences ◽  
Cultural Learning ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Positioning Systems ◽  
Computer Based Learning ◽  
Computer Based ◽  
Culture Centered ◽  
Cognitive Design

The rapid growth of computer-based learning applications has generated the need for the consideration of learning styles of culturally diverse students. However, few attempts have been made to empirically study the influence of learner's cultural backgrounds on computer-based learning. Many studies have shown that mismatches between students' cultural learning preferences and pedagogy may negatively affect their academic performance and attitudes toward learning. The primary purpose of the study was to evaluate a Web-based tutorial for global positioning systems (GPS) designed by employing culture-centered interface design guidelines that would be compatible with cultural learning preferences of two ethnic groups -African- and European-Americans. Results of the study showed that AA students preferred a Web-based tutorial designed with interface design guidelines that were compatible with their cultural learning preferences. There are several implications for culture-centered cognitive design of learning resource.

Towards a computer-based learning environment: a pilot study in the use of FirstClass

ReCALL ◽  
2000 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 19-26 ◽  
Author(s):  
JOHN GILLESPIE
Keyword(s):  
Pilot Study ◽  
Learning Environment ◽  
Computer Conferencing ◽  
Computer Based Learning ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Computer Based ◽  
Student Reactions ◽  
The University ◽  
Further Development

This article outlines the nature of the FirstClass computer conferencing program and considers its effectiveness in helping to develop a computer-based learning environment in modern languages at the University of Ulster. A wide range of different transactions is outlined and surveys of staff and student reactions are assessed. Their positive responses demonstrate that FirstClass is effective in establishing such an environment, enable us to draw encouraging lessons from our experience and indicate exciting possibilities of immediate further development.

scholarly journals Practical experiences in Moodle LMS

2008 ◽  
pp. 129-133
Author(s):  
Péter Lengyel
Keyword(s):  
Educational Process ◽  
Learning System ◽  
Individual Student ◽  
Learning Program ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Student Progress ◽  
Learning Content ◽  
Learning Management ◽  
Practical Experiences ◽  
The University

We use Moodle at the University of Debrecen, Business- and Agricultural Department since January 2007. Moodle is an open source Learning Management System.Learning Management System (or LMS) is a software package that enables the management and delivery of learning content and resources to students. Most LMS systems are web-based to facilitate "anytime, anywhere" access to learning content and administration. LMS tracks student progress in a course and indicates completions. At the least, learning management systems track individual student progress, record scores of quizzes and tests within an online learning program, and track course completions.Moodle has more and more function at our Department in education. At present, we work to introduce Moodle in our Faculty. Therefore, we took lessons for the tutors about the usage of the Moodle. Our aim to develop such a learning system, which is an integral part of educational process.

scholarly journals E-LEARNING: DEVELOPING TOMORROW'S EDUCATION

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 ◽  
pp. 136-140
Author(s):  
. Rohit ◽  
Peter Grabusts ◽  
Artis Teilans
Keyword(s):  
Cost Effective ◽  
Computer Based Learning ◽  
Physical Presence ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Computer Based ◽  
Rapid Pace ◽  
The Times ◽  
The University ◽  
Text Images ◽  
Learning Concept

E-learning refers to the term to deliver education or training using digital resources. Computer-based learning, which is considered the keystone of today's E-learning concept, was born in the 80s. Earlier E-learning provides education using only text as with the development in technology it allows adding various forms, i.e., Graphical Text, Images, Video Conferencing etc. In today's time, the concept of is E-learning growing at a rapid pace. Improved bandwidth and growing technology helped in pushing the expansion of E-learning. Along with the university, large corporate companies are also resorting to E-learning. E-learning provides many advantages as compare to Instructor-led training (ILT). E-learning saves the times of travel as physical presence is not required. Education can be provided from anywhere at any time. E-learning is cost-effective also as the course, once developed, can be modified easily. There can some concern which can be faced by the trainer and leaners in future. Adopting E-learning will be a step towards saving the environment. It will be environmentally friendly as tablets will replace books; paper notes will be replaced with digital messages. Digital tools will help to reduce the burden of a student. Artificial Intelligence is a prevalent concept in computer science. A branch of AI, known as a Neural Network, is based on the human brain. The research's main aim is to review existing methods and analyse further possibilities of E-learning systems with neural networks.

CoVid-19: Unmasking the new face of Education

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (SPL1) ◽  
pp. 48-53 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shatakshi Lall ◽  
Nardev Singh
Keyword(s):  
Online Teaching ◽  
Traditional Classroom ◽  
Online Classes ◽  
Online Activity ◽  
Computer Based Learning ◽  
Online Mode ◽  
Computer Based ◽  
Teaching Learning ◽  
The University ◽  
Observational Descriptive Study

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is a newly discovered infectious disease caused by a virus named "coronavirus." The lockdown due to COVID 19 has largely affected the lives of students as they no more get to interact on a one on one basis with their teachers. This shift in education from traditional classroom learning to computer-based learning might be one of the largest educational experiments to date. As the online teaching-learning process has become more prevalent in India due to COVID 19 pandemic, it becomes particularly important to know its growth and to know whether it's actually helping the students achieve what they expect out of college. The present study was therefore designed to understand the student's perspective, attitudes, and readiness about online classes being conducted at the University level. An Observational, Descriptive study was conducted. The data was collected using a Questionnaire. The present study was carried out amongst 200 students. After analyzing the results, it was found that 74% of the students liked studying through online classes. The most common reason (49%) as to why the students like studying online were that the study time becomes flexible, and they can study anytime they want. Lack of co-curricular activity was the most common issue (34%) of online classes, as reported by the students. Most of the students were found satisfied with the content and procedure of online teaching. About 30% of the students reported that they prefer their lecture being delivered through a PPT with an audio recording. The present study that was conducted among college students revealed that maximum students are in favor of studying through online classes, but they feel that there is a lack of co-curricular activities in the online mode of conducting classes. As the students are in favor of online classes, such classes must be continued with some interventions.  Education  Ministry must develop certain rules and guidelines wherein certain online activity sessions can be made compulsory along with regular lecture sessions.

Learning Style Preferences of Pharmacy Students

2013 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 119-129
Author(s):  
Zoriah Aziz ◽  
Tey Xin Yi ◽  
Syireen Alwia ◽  
Chong Nyuk Jet
Keyword(s):  
Learning Styles ◽  
Learning Style ◽  
Learning Experience ◽  
Learning Preferences ◽  
Pharmacy Education ◽  
Pharmacy Students ◽  
Internal Reliability ◽  
Learning Style Preferences ◽  
Style Preferences ◽  
The University

Students have preferences about how they like to learn. Available evidence suggests that understanding students’ learning style is helpful in providing them a successful learning experience. The aim of the study was to determine the learning styles preferences of pharmacy students. The Honey and Mumford’s Learning Style Questionnaire (LSQ) was administered twice to all undergraduate pharmacy students (n=240) in the University of Malaya, Malaysia. The LSQ covered four different learning preferences: activist, reflector, theorist and pragmatist. The LSQ showed satisfactory test-retest correlation (0.57 to 0.66) and moderate internal reliability (0.53 to 0.61). Reflector learning style was the most common among the students (60.4%) followed by theorist and pragmatist (both 8.8%) and activist (6.2%). Another 15.8% of the students did not show any dominant learning styles. The preferred learning styles were statistically independent of the demographic variables examined such as level of academic year, sex, race and pre-university qualifications. A range of teaching methods and learning activities should be provided in pharmacy education in order to match the variety of learning styles.

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