Web Casts as Informal E-Learning for Scientific Centers

2011 ◽  
pp. 1184-1193
Author(s):  
Roxane Bernier
Keyword(s):  
Online Education ◽  
Innovative Technology ◽  
Science Centers ◽  
Education Resources ◽  
Interactive Exhibits ◽  
Scientific Institutions ◽  
Hands On ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Multidisciplinary Perspective ◽  
Self Learning

The advent of global digital networking, chiefly the Internet, broadened access to cultural portals with various remote online education resources, providing a unique behind-the scenes view of knowledge, and therefore re-established the visitor’s own ability of self-learning. Science centers capitalized on that development, as they expanded their mission beyond lab assessments and hands-on interactive exhibits using Web casting with explainers; the most recent innovative technology for real-time demonstrations involve real and virtual scientific institutions. Hence, adopting a multidisciplinary perspective covering both the humanities and natural sciences such as biology, heritage, physics, civilization, informatics, theology, medicine, anthropology, and even law for visitors have become involved in topical debates. Web casting allows individuals to form their viewpoints on contemporary concerns ranging from genetic engineering and sustainability to space exploration.

The Educational Approach of Virtual Science Centers

2011 ◽  
pp. 393-422
Author(s):  
Roxane Bernier
Keyword(s):  
Learning Environments ◽  
Scientific Community ◽  
Ethical Issues ◽  
Public Understanding ◽  
Science Centers ◽  
Educational Approach ◽  
Interactive Exhibits ◽  
Hands On ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Community Science

This chapter looks at ways of examining informal e-learning environments to address innovative pedagogy, from two well-known institutions, where the theme of science is promoted within virtual centers, in a manner that is motivating for both online and onsite visitors. The author argues that real-time interactions such as Web casting act as a focus that enriches the people’s interest and thus enhances the notion of Public Understanding of Research (PUR), while “being socialized” through the scientific community. Science centers have recently expanded their mission beyond hands-on interactive exhibits, by adopting a reflective perspective drawn from a multidisciplinary approach to technological progress; that is, covering sociological, political, historical, philosophical and even ethical issues through online conferences and live demonstrations for visitors to become involved in topical debates. This allows them to form their own viewpoints on contemporary concerns ranging from genetic engineering and sustainability to space exploration. Within the diversity of educational resources offered by virtual science centers, it is suggested that museologists should emphasize a comprehensive description of scientific-related matters, tackling subjects, people and places, rather than objects themselves in order to genuinely fulfill a social need and arouse the audience’s curiosity.

Functional Skills for Moodle Administrators and Course Developers

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sir Michael N. Nkwenti
Keyword(s):  
Online Education ◽  
Open Source ◽  
Management System ◽  
Learning Management System ◽  
Functional Skills ◽  
Dynamic Learning ◽  
Hands On ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Learning Management ◽  
Training Programmes

As many institutions embrace e-learning, one of the technologies highly solicited is the use of the Modular Object-Oriented Dynamic Learning Environment (Moodle) platform. Moodle is a very flexible learning management system that is based on open-source software used by millions of people around the world to host and offer online education and training programmes. As an open-source learning management system, it offers a wide array of activities, themes, and resources made available for free by developers. The use of the platform and its resources in the creation and delivery of learning often challenged users who have not been previously trained to explore the tools in a productive manner. As a practitioner with over 15 years in the use of Moodle and cognisance of the need for teachers at all levels of education to quickly develop functional skills in Moodle that will enable them administer the platform, build and deliver courses, I opted to write this book entitled Functional Skills for Moodle Administrators and Course Developers: A Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners. The book is designed based on hands-on activities that will help teachers to explore the different features of the platform and create courses that are ideal for any category of learner. The book also offers possibilities to learn how to structure courses in different formats, select the best resources, activities, create assessments for specific purposes and grade learning outcomes. The book structured into seven chapters is flexible, paving the way for each chapter to be exploited independently without necessarily following the chronological order. The book also takes into consideration, the desire of innovative teachers who teach in schools that do not have a Moodle platform but are willing to explore the tool in the delivery of learning.

scholarly journals MODULAR AND BRANCHED STRUCTURE OF INDIVIDUALIZED INTELLIGENT E-LEARNING MATERIALS FOR SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY SUBJECT COURSE

2013 ◽  
Vol 57 (1) ◽  
pp. 16-24
Author(s):  
Kosta Dolenc ◽  
Igor Pesek ◽  
Boris Aberšek
Keyword(s):  
Online Education ◽  
Prior Knowledge ◽  
Intelligent System ◽  
Learning Differences ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Different Types ◽  
Learning Capabilities ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Branched Structure ◽  
Self Learning

E-learning and online education offers important opportunities for educators as well as for students. Traditional e-materials, as they are known today, do not allow the recognition of different parameters, such as: learning differences, prior knowledge, learning capabilities, learning environment, styles of learning, etc. Because e-materials are structured in such a way they cannot be successfully adapted for learners who consequently cannot control their own learning (Berge, 2002; Picciano, 2000; Saba, 2002). Such a result offers, among others, a highly anti-motivational effect. The preparation of modern e-materials therefore requires a thorough preparation in terms of content and design, which has to be (mostly) based on pedagogical and didactic theories. Modern e-materials, which can also be named educational e-materials, are usually accessible online (internet-based training (IBT), web-based training (WBT), online education, etc.), they enable and encourage self-learning, they are flexible, dynamic, interactive, use different types of media, individualized and adapted to the user’s needs. Mostly the latter characteristic will receive special attention in the following research. Key words: individualized e-learning, intelligent system, metadata.

Ultrasound education for medical students using e-learning and self-directed hands-on training

2016 ◽  
Vol 37 (S 01) ◽  
Author(s):  
N Stauffert ◽  
D Hempel ◽  
J Schleifer ◽  
F Recker ◽  
T Schröder ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Medical Students ◽  
Ultrasound Education ◽  
Hands On ◽  
E Learning

ANALYSIS OF STUDENT ACTIVITIES ON COMPUTER - A STUDY ON PUNJAB UNIVERSITY, INDIA

2012 ◽  
Vol 3 (3) ◽  
pp. 354-358
Author(s):  
Dr Gunmala Suri ◽  
Sneha Sharma
Keyword(s):  
Learning Activities ◽  
Information Collection ◽  
Learning Tools ◽  
Student Activities ◽  
Group Activities ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Faculty Department ◽  
Self Learning

The purpose of this research is to investigate and understand how students are using computer. The activities that a student undertakes with the help of computers which might be fulfilling some academic or non academic purpose, is of great interest. It will help in understanding the limitations and potentials offered by the technology for use of computer in classroom. This paper brings out the three major kinds of activities that students undertake with computer; self learning activities, Information collection tasks and communication and group activities. The study further analyses the effect of demographics i.e. gender, age and faculty (department) of students on the activities with computer. The results show that gender has no impact on the activities of students with computer. The age impacts only the activities related to Information collection by using computer where as the faculty of student significantly impacts all the activities viz. self learning activities, Information collection tasks and communication and group activities. The findings from this research can be used in designing future e-learning initiatives and development e-learning tools

scholarly journals e-Learning: An Uphill to Reshaping Learning in Dentistry in India in the COVID-19 Pandemic Era

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Teena Sheethal Dsouza ◽  
Mithra N. Hegde ◽  
Kelvin Peter Pais
Keyword(s):  
Online Education ◽  
Learning Process ◽  
Review Article ◽  
The Future ◽  
Academic Courses ◽  
E Learning

AbstractThe sudden outbreak of the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic has compelled universities worldwide to implement strategies for resuming academic courses by transferring some courses to a virtual modality. e-Learning has provided an excellent platform for education during this crisis. This review article discusses the various aspects of e-learning process that have to be considered before implementation, and the strengths and flaws of online education during this pandemic. It also sheds light on the necessary actions required to enhance the efficiency of e-learning in the future.

Implementation of an E-Learning Academic Elective for Hands-On Basic Surgical Skills to Supplement Medical School Surgical Education

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kevin C. McGann ◽  
Rachel Melnyk ◽  
Patrick Saba ◽  
Julian Joseph ◽  
Roan J. Glocker ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Medical School ◽  
Surgical Education ◽  
Surgical Skills ◽  
Hands On ◽  
E Learning
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