scholarly journals Beyond localization: Making learning spaces accessible to all

2021 ◽  
Vol 2021 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Manuela Francisco
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Online Education ◽  
Service Providers ◽  
Web Content ◽  
Learning Spaces ◽  
Language And Culture ◽  
Audio Description ◽  
Learning Platforms ◽  
Set Up ◽  
Cultural Reality

When addressing localization within Translation Studies, we think of translating web content for a new linguistic and cultural reality. At times, localization is seen as making a text “adequate” to the new readership taking into account local sensitivities and requirements. When the addressees of a given web-based product have a disability, localization alone will not be sufficient to guarantee true access, for the needs and requirements will entail and also go beyond language and culture. This paper is highlighting the issues that need to be addressed to make online learning spaces accessible to all. The take on transadaptation, in the context of accessibility to educational environments, is holistic in nature, given that online learning platforms are required to be set up in line with WCAG directives from inception and that all uploaded content is made available in a variety of formats, among which are alternative texts, captions, audio description, sign language, just to name a few. Only in so doing with the service providers be guaranteeing that users with (sensory, cognitive or physical) impairment will benefit from such educational offers. To convey clearer understanding of the specificities of inclusive online education, two institutions from Portugal are presented in this paper showing the problems they faced and their efforts to make online learning spaces and MOOC accessible: the Polytechnic Institute of Leiria and the Open University. Examples are given from ongoing exercises, and reflections are shared on the cycles of improvement that are necessary to ensure the highest possible standards of inclusion. Included is a comparative analysis of the needs and challenges expressed by students with either hearing or visual disabilities to ensure access to all types of online contents, including spontaneous content (e.g. messages in forums, collaborative online tools).

Harnessing the Tiger of Emerging E-Learning Platforms

2018 ◽  
pp. 147-170
Author(s):  
Theresa Neimann ◽  
Victor X. Wang
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Adult Learners ◽  
Online Education ◽  
New Technology ◽  
Program Completion ◽  
Future Technology ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Learning Platforms ◽  
Key Drivers ◽  
The Relationship

This chapter explores the evolution of E-learning, defines many E-platforms and discusses the relationship between contemporary Andragogical practices, and future technology trends, which key drivers for the implementation of new technology, play a significant role. This chapter argues that online education (E-learning) has the potential for greater access and advancement of knowledge for learners across their life spans than the traditional four walled classroom. The purpose of this chapter argues how we can rely on practice and research to harness the untapped potential of increasingly diverse modalities of online education. Some of the major issues revolving around online education and adult learners in the 21 Century include: processes of learning prevalent in E-learning platforms, issues concerning policy, access and program completion, barriers to online learning adoption for adult learners and assessment of online learning in the context for the 21st Century.

Harnessing the Tiger of Emerging E-Learning Platforms

2021 ◽  
pp. 29-52
Author(s):  
Theresa Neimann ◽  
Victor X. Wang
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Adult Learners ◽  
Online Education ◽  
New Technology ◽  
Program Completion ◽  
Future Technology ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Learning Platforms ◽  
Key Drivers ◽  
The Relationship

This chapter explores the evolution of E-learning, defines many E-platforms and discusses the relationship between contemporary Andragogical practices, and future technology trends, which key drivers for the implementation of new technology, play a significant role. This chapter argues that online education (E-learning) has the potential for greater access and advancement of knowledge for learners across their life spans than the traditional four walled classroom. The purpose of this chapter argues how we can rely on practice and research to harness the untapped potential of increasingly diverse modalities of online education. Some of the major issues revolving around online education and adult learners in the 21 Century include: processes of learning prevalent in E-learning platforms, issues concerning policy, access and program completion, barriers to online learning adoption for adult learners and assessment of online learning in the context for the 21st Century.

scholarly journals The evolution of online education for sports coaches: A tennis perspective

2016 ◽  
Vol 24 (68) ◽  
pp. 31-33
Author(s):  
Richard Sackey-Addo ◽  
Javier Pérez Camarero
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Distance Learning ◽  
Online Education ◽  
Coach Education ◽  
The Future ◽  
Learning Platforms ◽  
Sports Coaches ◽  
Education Courses

This article looks at how modern coach education has progressed with the development of more resources and online learning platforms dedicated to informal and distance-learning based courses for coaches and what the effects of this means for the future of coach education courses for coaches and tutors.

Learning through Web-Based Authoring Tools

2015 ◽  
pp. 269-278
Author(s):  
Tony Lee ◽  
Doo Hun Lim
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Online Education ◽  
Generation X ◽  
Authoring Tools ◽  
Web Content ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Baby Boomer Generation ◽  
Learning Content ◽  
Readiness To Learn ◽  
The Web

The Web-based authoring tools are great additions to online education and training programs. This chapter provides a portrait of roles and impacts of Web-based authoring tools in online learning environments. With all the unique functions and options that are available in Web-based authoring tools, it is not required for instructors and trainers to be Web development experts to create quality online learning instructions that meet the needs of the multi-generational learners (i.e., traditionalist, baby boomer, generation X, and generation Y). In addition, the Web-based authoring tools enable instructors and trainers to create media-rich learning instructions and transform dry Web content into engaging and exciting learning content. Besides recreating and transforming Web content, Web-based authoring tools also play an important role in expanding learners' attention spans and their readiness to learn.

scholarly journals Online Learning Platforms and Covenant University Students’ Academic Performance in Practical Related Courses during COVID-19 Pandemic

2022 ◽  
Vol 14 (2) ◽  
pp. 878
Author(s):  
Babatunde Adeyeye ◽  
Success Emmanuel Ojih ◽  
Damilola Bello ◽  
Evaristus Adesina ◽  
Darlynton Yartey ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Academic Achievement ◽  
Online Learning ◽  
Academic Performance ◽  
Online Education ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Positive Communication ◽  
The World ◽  
Learning Platforms ◽  
Students Attitudes ◽  
Future Direction

This study examines the effectiveness of online learning platforms (Zoom and Moodle) and their effect on the academic performance of Covenant University, Ota, Nigeria, students studying practical-related courses during COVID-19. This study specifically seeks to determine students’ attitudes towards online learning platforms, investigate the effectiveness of these platforms on practical-related courses as well as ascertain the effect of Zoom and Moodle platforms on the students’ academic performance during the Pandemic. Data were gathered through a survey of 380 CU students through the purposive sampling technique to pick students offering practical related courses. Results show that due to the effectiveness of the platforms (Zoom and Moodle) and the positive communication between lecturers and students via these platforms, students would like to see online learning continually adopted after the COVID-19 pandemic. Findings further show that students had no difficulties using these platforms. Due to the sheer adaptability of the online learning platforms used during the pandemic, the usage of Zoom and Moodle had a favorable impact on student’s academic achievement in practical-related courses. The study concludes that distance learning is a future direction in teaching practical-related courses because of the flexible nature of the platforms. Thus, universities in this part of the world should invest more in online education platforms to maintain academic continuity, especially during times of emergency.

scholarly journals Students’ Perception towards Learning Platforms – A Comparative Analysis of Online and Offline Learning

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Shreya Gupta
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Graduate Students ◽  
Online Education ◽  
Family Income ◽  
Learning Experience ◽  
Learning Technology ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Post Graduate ◽  
Offline Learning ◽  
Learning Platforms

The purpose of this study is to find out college students perception towards the learning platforms and their priorities with regard to online learning as well as offline learning. Rapid developments in education technology have provided many new options of learning to students and thus made this research important to determine their preferences for the same. Moreover due to covid-19, the students have fresh experience of online learning which would make the comparison more relevant. The study makes comparison of online education and traditional way of education from the point of view of Post - Graduate students from M.COM, MBA, MA (economics), M.SC, and M.TECH respectively. To know their perception and preference, online questionnaire was constructed via Google form and data was collected from 100 respondents. 10 variables based on 5 point likert scale have been used to analyze the perception. These variables include Convenience, Flexibility, Teacher – student interaction, accessibility in terms of time and cost, Freedom in learning, Doubt clarity, Learning experience, Content analysis, Adaptability and performance evaluation. This preliminary analysis of students' perception will determine whether there are statistically significant differences between online learning and offline learning, and preference for online learning technology between gender groups and between post graduate students from different educational qualifications and family income, along with investigating the reasons for their preference.

Learning through Web-Based Authoring Tools

2016 ◽  
pp. 760-769 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tony Lee ◽  
Doo Hun Lim
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Online Education ◽  
Generation X ◽  
Authoring Tools ◽  
Web Content ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Baby Boomer Generation ◽  
Learning Content ◽  
Readiness To Learn ◽  
The Web

The Web-based authoring tools are great additions to online education and training programs. This chapter provides a portrait of roles and impacts of Web-based authoring tools in online learning environments. With all the unique functions and options that are available in Web-based authoring tools, it is not required for instructors and trainers to be Web development experts to create quality online learning instructions that meet the needs of the multi-generational learners (i.e., traditionalist, baby boomer, generation X, and generation Y). In addition, the Web-based authoring tools enable instructors and trainers to create media-rich learning instructions and transform dry Web content into engaging and exciting learning content. Besides recreating and transforming Web content, Web-based authoring tools also play an important role in expanding learners' attention spans and their readiness to learn.

Effective eLearning and Transformative Pedagogical Strategies

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 61-70 ◽  
Author(s):  
Daniel W Keebler ◽  
Jessica Huffman
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Online Education ◽  
Cognitive Skills ◽  
Liberal Arts ◽  
Pedagogical Strategies ◽  
Stem Programs ◽  
Learning Programs ◽  
Learning Platforms ◽  
Online Educators ◽  
And Mathematics

This research exposed gaps in the current literature for online learning and transformative pedagogical strategies in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) programs. These voids were explored, and new blended strategies were provided to encourage online educators to develop effective pedagogical designs in STEM programs. Online education is no longer thought of as a passing trend, but as a viable alternative to traditional educational teaching methods. STEM educators need to develop online learning platforms that are flexible and effective, that enrich the student's experience while not diminishing the intellectual growth of the learner. This will help build learner cohesion and a more stable and effective learning environment, one that has the opportunity to develop into a community of learning. Research indicates that the STEM areas of study require a different pedagogical design than those in other curricula such as liberal arts and social science programs, specifically in the area of developing Higher Order Cognitive Skills (HOCS) in learners. This paper focuses on the pedagogical designs that will enable universities to successfully establish STEM online learning programs at their institutions.

scholarly journals Keeping Up with the Trends: Analyzing the Dynamics of Online Learning and Hiring Platforms in the Software Programming Domain

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ramtin Yazdanian ◽  
Robert West ◽  
Pierre Dillenbourg
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Online Education ◽  
Online Community ◽  
Industrial Revolution ◽  
Online Courses ◽  
Google Trends ◽  
Stack Overflow ◽  
Questions And Answers ◽  
Learning Platforms ◽  
The Right

AbstractThe Fourth Industrial Revolution has considerably sped up the pace of skill changes in many professional domains, with scores of new skills emerging and many old skills moving towards obsolescence. For these domains, identifying the new necessary skills in a timely manner is a difficult task, where existing methods are inadequate. Understanding the process, by which these new skills and technologies appear in and diffuse through a professional domain, could give training providers more time to identify these new skills and react. For this purpose, in the present work, we look at the dynamics between online learning platforms and online hiring platforms in the software programming profession, a rapidly evolving domain. To do so, we fuse four data sources together: Stack Overflow, an online community questions and answers (Q&A) platform; Google Trends, which provides online search trends from Google; Udemy, a platform offering skill-based Massively Open Online Courses (MOOCs) where anyone can create courses; and Stack Overflow Jobs, a job ad platform. We place these platforms along two axes: i) how much expertise it takes, on average, to create content on them, and ii) whether, in general, the decision to create content on them is made by individuals or by groups. Our results show that the topics under study have a systematic tendency to appear earlier on platforms where content creation requires (on average) less expertise and is done more individually, rather than by groups: Stack Overflow is found to be more agile than Udemy, which is itself more agile than Stack Overflow Jobs (Google Trends did not prove usable due to extreme data sparsity). However, our results also show that this tendency is not present for all new skills, and that the software programming profession as a whole is remarkably agile: there are usually only a few months between the first Stack Overflow appearance of a new topic, and its first appearance on Udemy or Stack Overflow Jobs. In addition, we find that Udemy’s agility has dramatically increased over time. Our novel methodology is able to provide valuable insights into the dynamics between online education and job ad platforms, enabling training program creators to look at said dynamics for various topics and to understand the pace of change. This allows them to maintain better awareness of the trends and to prioritize their attention, both on the right topics and on the right platforms.

scholarly journals Online Learning Amidst COVID-19 Pandemic: an Analysis of Bhutanese Context

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Deki Peldon
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Online Education ◽  
Online Teaching ◽  
Instructional Materials ◽  
Individual Student ◽  
First Case ◽  
Imported Cases ◽  
The Face ◽  
Learning Platforms ◽  
Teacher Professional

Contact teaching has always been a common practice in Bhutanese Education System. But the COVID-19 pandemic threatened its stability and has mandated the shift in the way to cater to the need of learners. In the face of such adversity administration of online education came as an appropriate antidote. The transaction to online teaching took place in March 2020 with the detection of the first case of COVID -19 along with rising number of imported cases owing to the return of Bhutanese from abroad. This article portrays the ability of Bhutan to continue education in the midst of lockdown through online learning platforms and reaching out the unreached through distribution of SIM (self-instructional materials) for various key stages. This modus operandi took care of every individual student. No one was left behind in terms of their achievement of the expected learning outcomes. Bhutan’s experiences can intensify everyone’s attention towards sensitizing both teachers and learners on different modes of online delivery to engage learners meaningfully during unforeseen times. Furthermore, it can serve as a catalyst in bettering future preparation through teacher professional development.

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