Development and Evaluation of Intelligent Agent- Based Teaching Assistant in E-Learning Portals

2018 ◽  
pp. 798-809
Author(s):  
Saeed Rouhani ◽  
Seyed Vahid Mirhosseini
Keyword(s):  
User Satisfaction ◽  
Intelligent Agents ◽  
Systems Design ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Agent Based ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Educational Assistants ◽  
Virtual Universities ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Expectancy Confirmation

Today, several educational portals established by organizations to enhance web E-learning. Intelligence agent's usage is necessary to improve the system's quality and cover limitations such as face-to-face relation. In this research, after finding two main approaches in this field that are fundamental use of intelligent agents in systems design and focusing on human-based agents, second method selected and is designed and implemented in a simple way as an educational assistant to answer the students frequently asked questions. Consequently the efficiency of this method is evaluated by Expectancy confirmation-Information technology model. By examining the results of the students interacted with designed agent through the learning management system of Mehralborz institute, and the conceptual model based on e-learning effectiveness, ease of use, user satisfaction, and usefulness variables gained the scores of 55, 58 and 57 percent that represents the overall effectiveness factor is medium. Some applicative suggestions for developing intelligent agents as educational assistants are provided for virtual universities and e-learning portals.

Development and Evaluation of Intelligent Agent- Based Teaching Assistant in e-Learning Portals

2015 ◽  
Vol 10 (4) ◽  
pp. 52-62
Author(s):  
Saeed Rouhani ◽  
Seyed Vahid Mirhosseini
Keyword(s):  
User Satisfaction ◽  
Intelligent Agents ◽  
Systems Design ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Agent Based ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Educational Assistants ◽  
Virtual Universities ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Expectancy Confirmation

Today, several educational portals established by organizations to enhance web E-learning. Intelligence agent's usage is necessary to improve the system's quality and cover limitations such as face-to-face relation. In this research, after finding two main approaches in this field that are fundamental use of intelligent agents in systems design and focusing on human-based agents, second method selected and is designed and implemented in a simple way as an educational assistant to answer the students frequently asked questions. Consequently the efficiency of this method is evaluated by Expectancy confirmation-Information technology model. By examining the results of the students interacted with designed agent through the learning management system of Mehralborz institute, and the conceptual model based on e-learning effectiveness, ease of use, user satisfaction, and usefulness variables gained the scores of 55, 58 and 57 percent that represents the overall effectiveness factor is medium. Some applicative suggestions for developing intelligent agents as educational assistants are provided for virtual universities and e-learning portals.

Users' Satisfaction with e-Learning

2010 ◽  
pp. 157-175 ◽  
Author(s):  
Adeyinka Tella
Keyword(s):  
User Satisfaction ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Perceived Usefulness ◽  
Learning System ◽  
Content Quality ◽  
Download Time ◽  
University Of Botswana ◽  
Validated Questionnaire ◽  
E Learning ◽  
The University

This chapter examines a case study of the user’s satisfaction with e-learning at the University of Botswana. The study drawn on 415 undergraduate students who are users of e-learning from across six faculties and 39 departments of the university. Data was collected through an adapted and validated questionnaire. The result reveals generally that students were satisfied with e-learning system at the University of Botswana. Overall, 87.3% were adequately satisfied, satisfied, and moderately satisfied; while on the other hand, 11.8% were less satisfied and not satisfied. Perceived usefulness, perceived ease of use, system quality, content quality teaching and learning effectiveness dimensions were indicated to have the capacity to determine users’ satisfaction with e-learning. Furthermore, the results demonstrate that the entire user satisfaction dimension positively and significantly correlate with and adequately predict and determine satisfaction with e-learning. Challenges indicated facing use of e-learning system are log on problems, loss/forgotten password, network/ server failure, access, and long download time for large adobe and PPT files. Upon these findings recommendations such as increase in the number of access and bandwidth of the system to allow it to work faster than before were suggested.

Validating the Satisfaction and Continuance Intention of E-learning Systems

2012 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 44-54 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tung-Cheng Lin ◽  
Ching-Jen Chen
Keyword(s):  
User Satisfaction ◽  
Information Quality ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Perceived Usefulness ◽  
Learning System ◽  
System Quality ◽  
Perceived Ease Of Use ◽  
Learning Attitudes ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Intention To Continue

Many e-learning studies have evaluated learning attitudes and behaviors, based on TAM. However, a successful e-learning system (ELS) should take both system and information quality into account by applying ISM developed by Delone and McLean. In addition, the acceptance for information system depends on the perceived usefulness and ease of use according to TAM. This research combined TAM with ISM by introducing system quality, quality of platform information, and course information as an antecedent of perceived usefulness and perceived ease of use. These factors were crucial for understanding users’ intention to continue their use of ELS. This study investigated 412 students with ELS experiences. The results indicate that system quality, platform information, and course information had significantly related to user satisfaction and their intention to use ELS continuously.

scholarly journals Edmodo E-Learning Analysis using End-User Computing Satisfaction Method (Case Study: Senior High School 1 Sampang)

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 01-06
Author(s):  
Khusnia Nur Rachmah ◽  
Ahmad Nashirul Haq ◽  
Nur Hasan Assobarry ◽  
Fariza Nanda Sabila ◽  
Tri Lathif Mardi Suryanto
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
Information Technology ◽  
User Satisfaction ◽  
Senior High School ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Learning System ◽  
End User ◽  
E Learning ◽  
End User Computing

The development of information technology that continues to grow in all aspects of life which makes human work more efficient and effective. The current COVID-19 pandemic is one of the conditions in which people's activities are hindered and limited in their daily activities. The application of Information Technology is a solution that can be applied for the sustainability of community activities in the midst of this pandemic, one of which is the education sector. Edmodo's E-Learning system is one of the most widely used e-learning systems for the teaching and learning process. The application of e-learning certainly changes the way students learn from offline to online. EUCS (end-user computing satisfaction) is one of the methods used to analyze user satisfaction of an information system, where this method has 5 variables, namely content, accuracy, format, ease of use, and timeliness. The case study of Senior High School 1 Sampang will be the object of this research, where the EUCS method is used to measure the satisfaction of end users of the Edmodo E-Learning system. Data was collected by distributing questionnaires to active students at Senior High School 1 Sampang by obtaining a sample of 80 respondents. From the results of the research conducted, it was found that the EUCS method can be applied to the Edmodo E-Learning system at Senior High School 1 Sampang because the data obtained from the respondents was declared valid and reliable so that it can be relied upon in measuring end user satisfaction with the Edmodo E-learning system, while the factors - the factors of the EUCS method that affect the satisfaction of the end user of the Edmodo E-Learning system at Srnior High School 1 Sampang are the content and accuracy factors.

scholarly journals Blended Learning at the Faculty of Business in Al-Balqa Applied University

2020 ◽  
Vol 15 (10) ◽  
pp. 14
Author(s):  
Khalil Al-Hyari
Keyword(s):  
Blended Learning ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Learning Strategy ◽  
Study Data ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Transferable Skills ◽  
E Learning

The purpose of this study is to explore student and lecturer views of blended learning which is based upon an undergraduate courses offered at the faculty of business at Al-Balqa Applied University, which applied the blended learning approach based on the use of face to face F2F, and e-learning. The study is based on the exploratory qualitative research approach, specifically designed to identify students and lecturers' perceptions towards blended learning process, content, and ease of use. The case study data were collected through structured interviews with 40 undergraduate students who were enrolled in different courses and from 10 lecturers from the faculty of business at Al-Balqa Applied University. In comparison to the traditional face-to-face (F2F) approach, both students and lecturers found the blended learning method more flexible and preferred it over F2F in many instances. The study concludes that in general, the lectures/students’ attitudes towards BL were positive in terms of the domain process, and content. Moreover, they believe that blended learning applications are, hardly, challenging to be applied sometimes. The study also presents that, in order for graduates to meet the challenges of entering the workforce of the 21st century, blended learning should be used as a new learning strategy. Findings of this study will be beneficial for policy makers to formulate appropriate and effective policy to assist the higher education institutions. Also this study is important for university students and lecturers, as it makes them very aware of the significance of blended learning and transferable skills in the workplace. This study provides fresh insights into the context of the benefits of blended learning in Middle East, particularly in Jordan. Moreover, the higher learning institution will be capable to determine the blended learning satisfaction level amongst students and lecturers.

scholarly journals FACTORS INFLUENCING THE USE OF E-LEARNING IN PUBLIC UNIVERSITIES IN KENYA

2017 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 1
Author(s):  
George Njuguna ◽  
Snm Nzuve
Keyword(s):  
Public Universities ◽  
Academic Staff ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Perceived Usefulness ◽  
P Value ◽  
Perceived Ease Of Use ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Factors Influencing ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Face To Face Learning

Purpose: The purpose of the study was to determine the factors influencing the use of e-learning in Public Universities in Kenya.Methodology: A descriptive survey design was used in finding out the factors influencing the use of e-learning in Public universities in Kenya. The Population of this study will be the 19,205 employees (Academic and non-Academic staff) in all public universities. The sample size was 96 employees. A questionnaire was the preferred data collection instrument for this study. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used.Results: Results revealed perceived usefulness was important in explaining the use of e-learning. This is supported by a p value 0.000 which means that perceived usefulness is a statistically significant predictor of the use of e-learning. Results further revealed that such perceived ease of use is important in determining use of e-learning as demonstrated by a p value of 0.000. Analysis showed that supporting infrastructure is a key determinant in use of e-learning in Kenyan universities and this was supported by a correlation coefficient of 0.398Unique contribution to theory, practice and policy: The universities should ensure that e-learning saves time compared to face to face learning. They should also be in such a position that ensures that e-Learning saves money compared to face to face learning for the students.

scholarly journals Pre-Service Perspectives on E-Teaching: Assessing E-Teaching Using the EPEC Hierarchy of Conditions for E-Learning/Teaching Competence

2015 ◽  
Vol 41 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ashley Sisco ◽  
Stuart Woodcock ◽  
Michelle Eady
Keyword(s):  
Teacher Perspectives ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Safe Environment ◽  
Teaching Competence ◽  
Online Lectures ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Learning Competence ◽  
Pre Service Teacher

This article examines pre-service teacher perspectives of teaching with an online synchronous (live-time) platform as a part of their training. Fifty-three students who participated in a blended learning (including both face-to-face and online lectures) course were assessed in a teaching simulation through an online presentation, and participated in questionnaires and interviews about their experiences as e-learners using the platform. The EPEC hierarchy of conditions (Ease of use, Psychologically safe environment, e-learning/e-teaching Efficacy, and e-learning Competence) for e-learning competency, developed based on an analysis of pre-service teachers’ experience as e-learners in this same study, was used as a framework to assess teacher perspectives as e-teachers using this technology. Qualitative interview data were collected about students’ experiences using the platform, and analyzed via thematic content analysis. The findings showed that students generally favoured the online e-teaching synchronous platform over in-person presentations, and the quality of online presentations was considered at least as good as in person.

scholarly journals EVALUASI KEPUASAN PENGGUNA SISTEM E-LEARNING MENGGUNAKAN METODE END USER COMPUTING SATISFACTION

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 29-35
Author(s):  
Nur Laeli Rachmawati ◽  
Dwi Krisbiantoro
Keyword(s):  
User Satisfaction ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
End User ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Learning Progress ◽  
End User Computing

Pesatnya perkembangan teknologi akan mendorong masyarakat untuk meningkatkan kemampuan teknologi. Sebagai sebuah institusi, Universitas Amikom Purwokerto menerapkan sistem pembelajaran secara online dengan memanfaatkan sistem E-Learning. Masalah yang ada pada sistem e-learning di Universitas Amikom Purwokerto masih terdapat pengguna yang kesulitan dalam memahami dari sisi format (bentuk) struktur menu yang ada seperti portofolio, my workspace, my competence, dan learning progress. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui hasil evaluasi kepuasan pengguna sistem E-Learning di Univeristas Amikom Purwokerto pada variabel content, accuracy, format, ease of use, dan timeliness. Peneliti akan melakukan evaluasi kepuasan pengguna sistem E-Learning menggunakan metode End User Computing Satisfaction (EUCS). Sampel yang digunakan pada penelitian ini berjumlah 100 orang yang diambil dari populasi mahasiswa aktif dan dosen Universitas Amikom Purwokerto. Dalam pengumpulan data kuesioner, peneliti menggunakan link google form untuk dibagikan ke responden. Hasil dari uji hipotesis yang diajukan terdapat 3 variabel yang menunjukkan hipotesis diterima dan mempunyai pengaruh yang signifikan, yaitu variabel content (isi), accuracy (akurat), dan ease of use (kemudahan penggunaan). Variabel format dan timeliness tidak berpengaruh terhadap kepuasan pengguna (user satisfaction).

scholarly journals THE EMOTIONAL IN E-LEARNING

2019 ◽  
Vol 13 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Raafat George Saadé ◽  
Dennis Kira
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Systems Design ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Learning Systems ◽  
Perceived Ease Of Use ◽  
Emotional Factors ◽  
Software Interfaces ◽  
E Learning

This study investigates perceived ease of use and overall computer/internet experience as emotional factors that affect e-learning. Results suggest that online learning systems design should address typical software interfaces so that students feel more comfortable using them.

scholarly journals TRANSFORMASI PEMBELAJARAN BERBASIS PROYEK SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING AND MATHEMATICS DI MASA PANDEMI COVID-19

BIOLOVA ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-8
Author(s):  
Beny Saputra ◽  
Agus Sujarwanta
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Learning Outcomes ◽  
Creative Thinking ◽  
Thinking Skills ◽  
Project Based Learning ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Science Technology ◽  
E Learning ◽  
And Mathematics

This research focuses on the transformation of project-based learning (PjBL) Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) during the Covid-19 pandemic, where learning in schools experienced a significant change from conventional learning (face-to-face) to online learning, follow the health protocol physical distancing recommended by the current government. STEM-PjBL online learning through platform was e-learning effectively carried out during the Covid-19 pandemic by providing projects to students involving science, technology, engineering and mathematics. STEM-PJBL learning enhances learning outcomes, learners' competencies and learning motivations, creates more meaningful learning, helps students solve problems, and supports future careers. The use of online applications for learning in the form of google classroom and social media becomes the main choice based on the level of ease of use. STEM-PJBL. This STEM-PjBL learning also demonstrates students' scientific abilities including reading, observing, and solving problems in daily life. The improvement of life skills includes personal, social, academic and vocational skills. This integration is more effective than conventional learning in improving learning outcomes in the form of creative thinking skills and science process skills. The constraints of online learning include limited internet services, as well as user infrastructure and infrastructure, some of which have not yet been fulfilled, for example smartphones and laptops, so that further and maximum efforts are needed from all parties.

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