E-Learning Business Risk Management with Real Options

2011 ◽  
pp. 187-212
Author(s):  
Georgios N. Angelou
Keyword(s):  
Risk Management ◽  
Real Options ◽  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Risk Mitigation ◽  
A Priori ◽  
Senior Managers ◽  
Investment Performance ◽  
Multiple Risks ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
E Learning

E-learning markets have been expanding very rapidly. As a result, the involved senior managers are increasingly being confronted with the need to make significant investment decisions related to the elearning business activities. Real options applications to risk management and investment evaluation of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) have mainly focused on a single and a-priori known option. However, these options are not inherent in any ICT investment. Actually, they must be carefully planned and intentionally embedded in the ICT investment in order to mitigate its risks and increase its return. Moreover, when an ICT investment involves multiple risks, by adopting different series of cascading options we may achieve risk mitigation and enhance investment performance. In this paper, we apply real options to the e-learning investments evaluation. Given the investment’s requirements, assumptions and risks, the goal is to maximize the investment’s value by identifying a good way to structure it using carefully chosen real options.

Developing an Online Fleet Management Service

2009 ◽  
pp. 652-668
Author(s):  
Ron Craig ◽  
Detlev Nitsch
Keyword(s):  
Risk Management ◽  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Fleet Management ◽  
Management Service ◽  
Driver Training ◽  
Start Up ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
E Learning ◽  
New Generation

This case illustrates the new generation of ebusiness ventures made possible by the Internet and enabling information and communication technologies. AlertDriving is a recent Canadian start-up, which has moved through the microbusiness to the small business stage, and aims for continued growth. First-to-market with a Webbased driver training and fleet risk management service, the business combines e-learning, risk management, and e-business. Their new approach replaces traditional methods of classroom and behind-the-wheel driver training and paper-based fleet management systems. Growth has brought both opportunities and challenges to the firm and its two entrepreneurs/brothers. In particular, they face important decisions concerning continuing to grow revenue and profit.

Lecturers’ Role in Design and Implementation of E-Learning Processes

2020 ◽  
pp. 287-298
Author(s):  
Mārtiņš Spridzāns
Keyword(s):  
Best Practices ◽  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
English Language ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
The State ◽  
Ict In Education ◽  
Policy Documents ◽  
Strategic Approach ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
E Learning

The potential of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) is playing increasing role in various pedagogical contexts. The necessity to integrate technologies in learning enhances educators’ digital competences is constantly highlighted in education policy documents European Union and national strategic documents and recommendations. Following the advance of digital technologies, the State Border Guard College of Latvia is constantly looking after innovations in ICT and education contexts. Since 2011 Specialized English language e-learning course for border guards is being implemented, other professional e-learning courses are being systematically introduced, currently 8 specialised qualification courses are available, on average 300 border guards graduate e-learning courses annually. Having in mind the continuous advancement of ICT in education contexts as well as the strategic approach of the State Border Guard College to continue the development of e-learning systems author of this article intends to describe the system of e-learning used in border guards’ training, explore and summarize the theory and best practices on using ICT in pedagogical context, educators’ roles in development and implementation of e-learning courses.

scholarly journals A Model for Mobile Learning Integration in Higher Education Based on Students’ Expectations

2020 ◽  
Vol 14 (11) ◽  
pp. 171
Author(s):  
Latinka Ivanova Todoranova ◽  
Radka Valerieva Nacheva ◽  
Vladimir Stoyanov Sulov ◽  
Bonimir Penchev Penchev
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Social Networks ◽  
Mobile Devices ◽  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Mobile Learning ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Study Program ◽  
Learning Platform ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
E Learning

Mobile learning can be identified as the next stage in the development of e-learning. In this regard, <strong>the purpose of this paper</strong> is to propose a model for mobile learning integration in higher education which is based on analysis of students’ expectations. То achieve this goal, a survey has been conducted among students enrolled in programs in the field of information and communication technologies. The analysis of the collected data shows that students have mobile devices, which they use not only for communication on social networks, but also for education. In addition, their expectations regarding mobile learning have been identified taking into account their study program and their previous experience with an e-learning platform.

scholarly journals Organization of distance teaching of biology

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 43-48
Author(s):  
Lala Gurbanova ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
National Standards ◽  
Distance Teaching ◽  
Urgent Problem ◽  
Bologna Declaration ◽  
Modern Education ◽  
Learning Programs ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
E Learning

Creation and access to e-learning resources, including the most necessary and general approaches and structures used in the field of e-learning, recommendations on e-learning, a list and description of distance (e-learning) programs that use the capabilities of information and communication technologies (ICT) in modern education became an urgent problem. One of the important factors in harmonizing the national standards of Azerbaijan with the Bologna Declaration is the use of ICT in the education system as a tool to increase the effectiveness of education.

Educational Platforms for Online Learning in a Cloud Environment

2020 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Neli Kiskinova ◽  
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Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Distance Learning ◽  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Cloud Environment ◽  
Advantages And Disadvantages ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Learning Platforms ◽  
Cloud Technologies

This paper presents the types of distance learning platforms with the use of information and communication technologies. It analyses their main functionalities and outlines the advantages and disadvantages of using cloud technologies in e-learning.

Effective Implementation of an Interuniversity E-Learning Initiative

2014 ◽  
pp. 273-293
Author(s):  
Daniel Perez-Gonzalez ◽  
Pedro Soto-Acosta ◽  
Simona Popa
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Higher Education Institutions ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Human Interaction ◽  
Educational Approach ◽  
Class Environment ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Spanish Higher Education

Education has expanded from the traditional in-class environment to the new digital phenomenon where teaching is assisted by Information and Communication Technologies (ICT). This wave of e-learning is challenging the effectiveness of the traditional educational approach still in place at higher education institutions. Academics and professionals agree that, to adapt higher education institutions to the 21st century, it is imperative to extend the use of ICT as well as the virtualization of many human-interaction activities. In this sense, public institutions and international reports suggest the need to deepen the application and study of e-learning within higher education as a means for achieving flexible, dynamic, and personalized e-learning initiatives. This chapter presents a case study that analyzes the implementation of a virtual interuniversity campus in which nine Spanish higher education institutions took part. For this purpose, the genesis of the project and the main characteristics of the virtual environment are described.

Acknowledging the Distance Learner

2013 ◽  
pp. 242-254
Author(s):  
Trish Andrews
Keyword(s):  
Distance Learning ◽  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Learning Experience ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Effective Learning ◽  
Distance Learner ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
E Learning

The growth of e-learning, particularly distance learning via e-learning, is widely recognised as a significant factor influencing higher education in the 21st century. The rapid and ongoing uptake of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) for teaching and learning, along with the recognition that increased student engagement can lead to more effective learning, is changing the way in which teaching and learning occurs in universities. This chapter suggests that the distance learner is frequently overlooked in the current climate when it comes to consideration of student needs and that current applications of ICT for distance learning raises questions about the quality of their learning experience. The chapter discusses the role of the student voice in understanding and addressing students’ needs in relation to the quality of their learning experience and suggests that greater attention needs to be paid to the distinct voice of the distance education student. The chapter provides some methodologies for collecting the student’s voice and gives consideration to how addressing the distance learners’ voice to enhance their learning experience might be most effectively accomplished.

ICT Investments and Management for Organizations

2014 ◽  
pp. 544-560
Author(s):  
Georgios N. Angelou ◽  
Anastasios A. Economides
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Real Options ◽  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Business Strategy ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Qualitative Modeling ◽  
Balance Scorecard ◽  
Cost Benefits ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
Decision Making Model

Developing the Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) strategy that supports the overall organization's business strategy is critical for generating business value. Recognizing the inadequacy of traditional quantitative cost-benefits analysis for evaluating and managing ICT investments, researchers suggest multi-criteria analysis, integrating quantitative and qualitative modeling. This chapter introduces the Balance Scorecard (BS) decision analysis framework and combines it with Real Options (ROs) analysis, in a qualitative and quantitative perspective, for modeling the business flexibility as well as for evaluating and controlling the ICT investments strategy. The multi-criteria ROs modeling applies to all perspectives of the BS framework providing a holistic decision-making model for ICT business.

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