scholarly journals Cloud-Based Interactive Hands free E-Learning Environment for Students with Disabilities

2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
pp. 8511-8516
Keyword(s):  
Students With Disabilities ◽  
Motor Skills ◽  
Voice Recognition ◽  
Computer Software ◽  
Gaming Industry ◽  
Learning Platform ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Xbox Kinect ◽  
Learning Platforms ◽  
Customized Learning

In this study, cloud based innovative methods are introduced that allow users with motor skills impairments to access the customized learning platforms. The complete methodology relies on the development of existing technology originally developed for the Gaming Industry; Microsoft Xbox Kinect Sensor. A novel learning platform is developed for teaching students with motor skills impairments and other types of disabilities to learn Quran Recitation. The platform is integrated with a modified Kinect that allows users to access the computer software without the use of a traditional keyboard and mouse. The Kinect then acts as the interface between the uses and software. The system is designed based on the two approaches; hand-free operations via head motion and voice recognition to control the selection of items in the learning platform. For voice recognition, a dataset has also been built for training and initial testing for supervised learning. Extensive tests have been performed that proved the success of the system. This novel methodology provides a research platform for those interested in enabling students with motor skill impairments and students with disabilities in general

scholarly journals Learning adaptation during the COVID-19 pandemic in Muhammadiyah inclusion schools

2021 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 320-328
Author(s):  
Sri Lestari ◽  
Waode Hamsia ◽  
Radius Setiyawan
Keyword(s):  
Students With Disabilities ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Adaptation Strategies ◽  
Asynchronous Learning ◽  
Learning Platform ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Qualitative Descriptive ◽  
Learning Platforms ◽  
Learning Policies ◽  
Community Cooperation

The Muhammadiyah organization has inclusive schools that need to adapt during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. This study aimed to analyze the adaptation strategies carried out by two Muhammadiyah inclusion schools in Surabaya, Indonesia, Sekolah Peduli Anak Hebat (SPAH) and the Sekolah Kreatif Surabaya. This study used a qualitative descriptive approach with a phenomenology method to see the particular context of the two inclusion schools' learning situation during the COVID-19 pandemic. The data were collected using interviews and observations. Two coordinators for students with disabilities and five teachers were interviewed about policies and learning processes during the pandemic. The observation was done during the learning process. The secondary data was also collected by searching in their social media and e-learning platforms. The data analysis showed that the adaptation strategies were to coordinate and regularly collaborate between parent-teachers-students, build community cooperation, and make flexible and accessible learning policies. It proved that the two Muhammadiyah inclusion schools in Surabaya had adapted to online learning during the pandemic COVID-19. However, the two schools still need to improve quality, especially in creating an accessible asynchronous learning platform for students with disabilities.

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 Design and Implementation of a Gesture-Aided E-Learning Platform

Sensors ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (23) ◽  
pp. 8042
Author(s):  
Wolfgang Kremser ◽  
Stefan Kranzinger ◽  
Severin Bernhart
Keyword(s):  
Learning Outcomes ◽  
Field Test ◽  
Learning Experience ◽  
Learning Content ◽  
Learning Platform ◽  
System Usability Scale ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Learning Platforms ◽  
Reference Implementation ◽  
Generic System

In gesture-aided learning (GAL), learners perform specific body gestures while rehearsing the associated learning content. Although this form of embodiment has been shown to benefit learning outcomes, it has not yet been incorporated into e-learning. This work presents a generic system design for an online GAL platform. It is comprised of five modules for planning, administering, and monitoring remote GAL lessons. To validate the proposed design, a reference implementation for word learning was demonstrated in a field test. 19 participants independently took a predefined online GAL lesson and rated their experience on the System Usability Scale and a supplemental questionnaire. To monitor the correct gesture execution, the reference implementation recorded the participants’ webcam feeds and uploaded them to the instructor for review. The results from the field test show that the reference implementation is capable of delivering an e-learning experience with GAL elements. Designers of e-learning platforms may use the proposed design to include GAL in their applications. Beyond its original purpose in education, the platform is also useful to collect and annotate gesture data.

scholarly journals Generated PSM Web Model for E-learning Platform Respecting n-tiers Architecture

2017 ◽  
Vol 12 (10) ◽  
pp. 212 ◽  
Author(s):  
Aziz Srai ◽  
Fatima Guerouate ◽  
Naoual Berbiche ◽  
Hilal HilalDrissi
Keyword(s):  
Mobile Device ◽  
Professional Training ◽  
Role Playing ◽  
Transformation Language ◽  
Technological Diversity ◽  
Learning Platform ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Learning Platforms ◽  
Role Playing Game ◽  
View Transformation

E-learning, or learning via a computer or mobile device, is growing. It can take many forms, such as an annotated PowerPoint presentation, a tutorial, or an interactive role-playing game .The possibilities are endless. Today, 80% of companies and communities have done a number of interesting and effective e-learning solutions, and 30% of all professional training are e-learning courses. The development of these platforms is based mainly on different technologies. This technological diversity can make comparing or managing E-learning platforms difficult, and the choice of a given platform will be also complex. Therefore, to address this problem, this paper proposes a solution to generate a PSM model based on n-tier architecture from a PIM model. The language used is the QVT (Query View Transformation) transformation language.

scholarly journals The Application of E-learning in English Teaching at Dong Nai Technology University

2021 ◽  
Vol 25 (1) ◽  
pp. 544
Author(s):  
Lien Cam
Keyword(s):  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Study Data ◽  
Foreign Languages ◽  
Efl Learners ◽  
Learning Platform ◽  
Learning Programs ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Efl Students ◽  
Learning Platforms ◽  
The University

Many colleges and universities in Vietnam have employed e-learning platforms in teaching English with the hope to better students’ English proficiency. Recently, e-learning programs such as DNTU-LMS and Canvas have been implemented at Dong Nai Technology University. With their features of flexibility and efficiency, they have been being used as crucial tools for teaching and learning in various faculties in the university especially during the widespread of Covid-19 pandemic. The present study aimed at identifying the views of the EFL learners from Faculty of Foreign Languages on the application of e-learning platform. A group of 100 EFL students was chosen randomly to participate in this study. Data was collected using questionnaire. After analyzing student’s responses, the results proved that the introduction of e-learning was effective. E-learning also stimulates students to learn English and brings them comfort and joy.

Enhancing the management of unstructured data in e-learning systems using MongoDB

2015 ◽  
Vol 49 (1) ◽  
pp. 91-114 ◽  
Author(s):  
Milorad Pantelija Stevic ◽  
Branko Milosavljevic ◽  
Branko Rade Perisic
Keyword(s):  
Service Oriented Architecture ◽  
Structured Data ◽  
Learning Systems ◽  
Unstructured Data ◽  
Development Effort ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Learning Platform ◽  
Service Oriented ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Learning Platforms

Purpose – Current e-learning platforms are based on relational database management systems (RDBMS) and are well suited for handling structured data. However, it is expected from e-learning solutions to efficiently handle unstructured data as well. The purpose of this paper is to show an alternative to current solutions for unstructured data management. Design/methodology/approach – Current repository-based solution for file management was compared to MongoDB architecture according to their functionalities and characteristics. This included several categories: data integrity, hardware acquisition, processing files, availability, handling concurrent users, partition tolerance, disaster recovery, backup policies and scalability. Findings – This paper shows that it is possible to improve e-learning platform capabilities by implementing a hybrid database architecture that incorporates RDBMS for handling structured data and MongoDB database system for handling unstructured data. Research limitations/implications – The study shows an acceptable adoption of MongoDB inside a service-oriented architecture (SOA) for enhancing e-learning solutions. Practical implications – This research enables an efficient file handling not only for e-learning systems, but also for any system where file handling is needed. Originality/value – It is expected that future single/joint e-learning initiatives will need to manage huge amount of files and they will require effective file handling solution. The new architecture solution for file handling is offered in this paper: it is different from current solutions because it is less expensive, more efficient, more flexible and requires less administrative and development effort for building and maintaining.

Eye Tracking Applications for E-Learning Purposes

2019 ◽  
pp. 151-174
Author(s):  
Ismail El Haddioui
Keyword(s):  
Eye Movements ◽  
Eye Tracking ◽  
Learning Environments ◽  
Movement Analysis ◽  
Online Behavior ◽  
Eye Movement Analysis ◽  
Child Education ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Learning Platforms ◽  
Customized Learning

E-learning has become a fundamental part of child education, higher education, and corporate training. In the design of adaptive e-learning environments, it is important to track and analyze learner behavior and preferences, and this is possible by recording their eye movements. Eye tracking is a technology developed to monitor eye movements allowing us to analyze the recorded gaze data. The main goal of this chapter is to determine the potential of eye tracking in the field of e-learning and the various applications of eye movement analysis for e-learning platforms. Results can be used to design an adaptive e-learning environment able to collect, analyze, and understand learner online behavior, preferences, and needs, and then offer an educational content adapted to each learner's needs by generating new customized learning situations.

Voice-Based e-Learning Approach for e-Government

2011 ◽  
pp. 25-33
Author(s):  
A. A. Azeta ◽  
Charles K. Ayo ◽  
Aderemi Aaron Anthony Atayero ◽  
Nicholas Ikhu-Omoregbe
Keyword(s):  
Business Processes ◽  
Learning Strategy ◽  
Organizational Structures ◽  
Learning System ◽  
Learning Platform ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Learning Platforms ◽  
Mobility Impaired ◽  
Methods Of Learning ◽  
Physically Challenged

Government establishments are most times highly involved in different reorganization programs. The processes in e-Government are diversified and complex, hence the need for an appropriate training and learning strategy for governmental employees. Changing business processes and organizational structures always mean that the personnel have to be familiar with the changed procedures. Consequently, the employees need to be trained to develop capacity for new responsibilities. Existing methods of learning and training do not make provision for certain category of employees such as the visually impaired. They do not provide an alternative learning platform for government of employees that are not physically challenged. Many studies have demonstrated the value of several learning platforms, including mobile learning (m-Learning) but with the problems of access barriers and streamlined participation of most learners. The purpose of this chapter is to propose a voice-based e-Learning system, also known as voice-learning (v-Learning) as a variant of the m-Learning with particular relevance for the visually and mobility impaired learners. V-Learning makes possible ubiquitous learning in e-Government and provides additional capacity and speed of response to help facilitate change. Cost reduction is also achieved and there is no shortage of teachers.

A Systematic Review of Gamification Within E-Learning

2022 ◽  
pp. 123-140
Author(s):  
Samuel Muthee Kamunya ◽  
Robert Obwocha Oboko ◽  
Elizaphan Muuro Maina ◽  
Evans Kirimi Miriti
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Systematic Reviews ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Learning Platform ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Learning Platforms ◽  
Meta Analyses ◽  
Enhanced Learning ◽  
User Motivation

The focus of this study was to review and evaluate the effectiveness of gamification within e-learning platforms. The study deployed systematic literature review methodology to evaluate how effective gamification has been used within e-learning platforms. The study used the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses Approach (PRISMA), starting with 366 articles, shifting to a final 34 articles for consideration. It was established that gamification positively influences and enhances learning within the e-learning platform. Therefore, the study recommends policy makers, designers, and implementers of e-learning platforms to consider incorporating gamification elements in order to increase user motivation and engagement for enhanced learning.

Use of e-learning at higher educational institutions in Bangladesh

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. 210-223 ◽  
Author(s):  
Md Fouad Hossain Sarker ◽  
Rafi Al Mahmud ◽  
M. Saiful Islam ◽  
Md Kabirul Islam
Keyword(s):  
Learning Technologies ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Educational Institutions ◽  
Higher Educational Institutions ◽  
Technical Problems ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Learning Platform ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Learning Platforms ◽  
Higher Educational

Purpose Although e-learning has already been accepted globally as an effective medium of delivery of quality education and ensure optimum student participation, Bangladeshi higher educational institutions are still at a very early stage of adopting such technologies. Therefore, the purpose of this paper is to critically examine the suitability of implementing effective e-learning through learning management system (LMS) at the tertiary educational institutions in Bangladesh, and how both students and teachers experience and respond to this new learning platform. Following mixed-methods techniques, data for this study were collected from students and respective course teachers of a private university in Bangladesh by administering questionnaires and in-depth interviews. The findings of this paper reveal that e-learning has been well accepted by most of the students as they are found routinely spending time on the LMS on a regular basis for watching lecture videos, viewing course information, reading postings of the fellow students in the forum. However, there are constraints as well, since the learning materials are poorly designed that do not allow much interaction between students and lecturers. There are also some technical problems such as poor internet connection which restrict access to e-learning platforms. To harness the optimum benefit of e-learning, this paper recommends a concerted effort by all stakeholders, such as students, lecturers, administrators and policy makers so that each of their priorities and expectations are reflected in the designing and implementing e-learning platforms. Design/methodology/approach This paper is based on the qualitative evaluation of Education 3.0 platform. Primary data were collected from the students using a well-structured survey questionnaire, and the findings of the survey have subsequently been cross-referred and supplemented by non-participatory observations with semi-structured interviews which allowed a better in-depth understanding of the issue at hand. Findings The findings of the study suggest that a majority of the students are found to be highly enthusiastic about the online courses. They are eager to participate and interact in the online platforms, which are somehow limited in the traditional classroom settings. However, there are several institutional, administrative and technical limitations of implementing e-learning in Bangladesh. It is recommended that better orientation of the users, quality content distribution though user-friendly systems and enhanced asynchronous interaction between the lecturers and students are the key pre-requisites to harness the optimum benefit from e-learning technologies in Bangladesh. Originality/value The data have been analyzed and discussed using qualitative framework which allows an in-depth understanding of the opportunities and challenges of the use of e-learning technologies at the higher educational institutions in Bangladesh.

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