Using Moodle Quiz to Create Language Consolidating and Testing Activities

2022 ◽  
pp. 20-53
Author(s):  
Savvi Antoniou ◽  
Salomi Papadima-Sophocleous
Keyword(s):  
Learning Environments ◽  
Technology Use ◽  
Management System ◽  
Learning Management System ◽  
Virtual Learning ◽  
Virtual Learning Environments ◽  
End Products ◽  
Learning Management ◽  
Shed Light

The recent pandemic outbreak (2019-2021) shed light on the practical difficulties of technology use in education and forced many instructors to seek training or train themselves in using technologies, including learning management system (LMS). During this time, we noticed that, although many tutorials are available, for example, to help instructors in the use of the Moodle LMS, these are mostly generic and do not focus on languages. Furthermore, there is a scarcity of papers demonstrating how to pair pedagogy with technology. In fact, only 1.1% of the papers published between 2006-2016 in ReCALL, CALICO, and CALL Journals deal with virtual learning environments (VLE). This chapter shows the case of two instructors who originally worked individually, and then collaborated in using Moodle Quiz for languages. Their quest in creating activities with constructivist characteristics is described; the knowledge, skills, and experiences gained are shared; the end products are displayed; and some conclusions are drawn.

scholarly journals A hybrid approach for supporting adaptivity in e-learning environments

2016 ◽  
Vol 33 (5) ◽  
pp. 333-348 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohammad Al-Omari ◽  
Jenny Carter ◽  
Francisco Chiclana
Keyword(s):  
Learning Styles ◽  
Learning Environments ◽  
Intelligent Agents ◽  
Management System ◽  
Learning Management System ◽  
Hybrid Approach ◽  
Content Type ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Learning Management ◽  
System Prototype

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to identify a framework to support adaptivity in e-learning environments. The framework reflects a novel hybrid approach incorporating the concept of the event-condition-action (ECA) model and intelligent agents. Moreover, a system prototype is developed reflecting the hybrid approach to supporting adaptivity in any given learning management system based on learners’ learning styles. Design/methodology/approach This paper offers a brief review of current frameworks and systems to support adaptivity in e-learning environments. A framework to support adaptivity is designed and discussed, reflecting the hybrid approach in detail. A system prototype is developed incorporating different adaptive features based on the Felder-Silverman learning styles model. Finally, the prototype is implemented in Moodle. Findings The system prototype supports real-time adaptivity in any given learning management system based on learners’ learning styles. It can deal with any type of content provided by course designers and instructors in the learning management system. Moreover, it can support adaptivity at both course and learner levels. Originality/value To the best of the authors’ knowledge, no previous work has been done incorporating the concept of the ECA model and intelligent agents as hybrid architecture to support adaptivity in e-learning environments. The system prototype has wider applicability and can be adapted to support different types of adaptivity.

Voices of business studies students on virtual learning environments (VLE) during COVID-19 lockdown in one university in South Africa

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (3) ◽  
pp. 71-86
Author(s):  
James Mashitoa ◽  
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Learning Environments ◽  
Management System ◽  
Virtual Learning ◽  
Virtual Learning Environments ◽  
Just In Time ◽  
Future Health ◽  
Health Crisis ◽  
Business Studies ◽  
The University

Low responsiveness and inflexibility were found to be a challenge to deprived universities in South Africa in promoting virtual learning environments (VLE) during COVID-19 lockdown. This study investigated the level of readiness in transitioning from contact classes to VLE; and to establish whether the university in this study moved at the same pace with other universities in South Africa. Just-In-Time Learning (JITL) theory and interpretivist paradigm informed the theoretical and methodological dimensions of the study. Interview was used to collect data from eight Business Studies students in one university in South Africa. The findings established that the case university was not yet ready for the transitioning to VLE. The Blackboard Learning Management System had serious inadequacies and there was delayed provision of students’ laptops and data, and there was a low number of academics using virtual platforms at this university. In conclusion this study recommends that management should prioritise swift transition to VLE during COVID-19 pandemic and future health crisis.

scholarly journals Introduction Special Issue on Self-Regulation

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Robin K Morgan ◽  
Julie Saam
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Learning Environments ◽  
Management System ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Learning Management System ◽  
Self Regulation ◽  
Special Issue ◽  
Learning Management ◽  
Learning With Technology

We find this verbalized in many ways by those inside higher education and those outside of academia but nonetheless it remains true: “Whoever does the work does the learning” (Wong, 2013). Would you like to have your students take ownership of their learning? Wouldn’t you like your students to “do the work?” For this to happen successfully, we need to create learning environments that scaffold and personalize their learning. In turn, our students are more likely to develop metacognition and begin to self-regulate their own learning. The contributions to this special issue of the Journal of Teaching and Learning With Technology highlight how instructors have used their learning management system (LMS) to help their students self-regulate learning. We are excited to share with you ways to get your students “working.”

scholarly journals Learning Management System: An Innovation in Teaching Learning Process at University Level

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 409-428
Author(s):  
Asif Nadeem ◽  
Nosheen Malik ◽  
Shaista Noreen
Keyword(s):  
Technology Acceptance ◽  
Learning Process ◽  
Technology Use ◽  
Management System ◽  
Learning Management System ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
University Level ◽  
Learning Management ◽  
Teaching Learning

The Learning Management System (LMS) has attained great significance in the innovative teaching-learning process at the university level during pandemics. The 21st century saw innovation in technology use and incorporation of LMS in the teaching-learning process. The major objective of the present study was to determine the teacher-learner perception towards the adaptation of the Learning Management System and to examine the adoption baseline for LMS by incorporating critical external factors in the technology acceptance model. A mixed-method research approach was used. Data was collected from 400 learners and 20 teachers. It was found that teacher’s perception of LMS is affected by a number of factors related to social influence, perceived ease of use and usefulness. In addition, factors such as actual use of the system and content qualities are also important to whether teachers embrace a system or not. The study provides some useful insights on LMS adoption and highlights how innovative tools can transform the conventional learning landscape.

scholarly journals Optimalisasi penggunaan Learning Management System (LMS) dalam pembelajaran virtual untuk guru di lingkungan Lembaga Pendidikan Ma’arif NU Jember

2021 ◽  
Vol 17 (1) ◽  
pp. 107-116
Author(s):  
Moh. Arif Mahbub
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Management System ◽  
Online Courses ◽  
Learning Management System ◽  
Educational Institution ◽  
Virtual Learning ◽  
Nahdlatul Ulama ◽  
Low Levels ◽  
Learning Management ◽  
Positive Feelings

[Bahasa]: Pemberlakuan pembelajaran jarak jauh (PJJ) daring (dalam jaringan) akibat krisis pandemi global Covid-19 di Indonesia memberikan tantangan tersendiri khususnya bagi para pendidik. Kesiapan kompetensi guru dalam mengelola kelas daring dan kemampuan beradaptasi dengan moda pembelajaran virtual menjadi faktor kunci keberhasilan PJJ daring tersebut. Namun, data empiris menunjukkan ketidaksiapan para guru dalam mengimplemen-tasikan PJJ daring ini. Program pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini bertujuan untuk mengoptimalkan penggunaan Edmodo dalam PJJ daring. Kegiatan ini diikuti oleh 32 peserta yang merupakan para guru yang mengajar dilingkungan LP Ma’arif NU cabang Jember. Prosedur pelaksanaan program pengabdian ini terdiri dari tiga tahap yaitu eksplorasi, elaborasi, dan konfirmasi. Hasil pengabdian menunjukkan adanya respon yang sangat positif dari para peserta pelatihan terkait integrasi Edmodo dalam PJJ daring. Selanjutnya, simpulan, keterbatasan, dan rekomendasi hasil program pengabdian didiskusikan dalam artikel ini. Kata Kunci: Edmodo, learning management system (LMS), pembelajaran jarak jauh, pembelajaran virtual [English]: Online learning during Covid-19 outbreak in Indonesia has seriously challenged the teachers. The teachers’ competencies in managing their online courses and the level of adaptability to virtual learning environments are both crucial factors to a successful online learning. However, empirical data demonstrate the low levels of readiness regarding the implementation of this online learning. As an attempt to resolve this problem, this community service program aims to optimize the use of Edmodo in online learning. Thirty-two teachers from Ma’arif Nahdlatul Ulama Educational Institution (LP Ma’arif NU) in Jember voluntarily participated in this program. The program was held in three phases; exploration, elaboration, and confirmation. It is found that the participants mostly have positive feelings about the integration of Edmodo into online learning. Furthermore, the conclusions, limitations, and recommendations of the program results are discussed in this article. Keywords: Edmodo, learning management system (LMS), virtual learning, distance learning

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