ELEARNING

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E-LEARNING
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Learning is an ever-expanding field

• Definition of E- Learning
• E- learning is learning that takes place in an
  electronically simulated environment. E- learning
  involves the use of a computer or electronic
  device in some way to provide training,
  educational or learning material.
• Electronic-LEARNING is an umbrella term for
  providing computer instruction online over the
  public Internet, private distance learning
  networks or in house via an intranet.
• With e- Learning users can immerse themselves in
  a 3- dimensional environment to further enhance
  their learning experience.

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What is the scope of e-learning?

• E-learning is now a multi-billion dollar industry
  worldwide.
• Scope of E- learning deals with the need to
  utilize meta-knowledge within the context of Web
  based learning.

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What form does e-learning take? How is it
structured?

• E-learning takes a number of different forms.

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Levels of e-learning

• E-learning falls into four categories, from the
  very basic to the very advanced. The categories
  are
• 1. Database E- Learning (Knowledge databases)
• With Online databases users can
  browse through different topics to look for an
  answer or an explanation to various questions.
• They are the moderately interactive websites.
  Ex Google, Wiki.

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• 2. Online support -
• It is the more interactive form of
  e- learning as it gives the user an oppurtunity
  to interact with real people. These systems can
  be in the form of chat rooms, forums, emails,
  bulliten boards, instant messaging aplications
  and others.
• Ex Q A Websites.

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• 3. Asynchronous training -
• It is a combination of the 2 forms
  of e- learning mentioned Moreover, students can
  also interact with other students or instructors
  through e- mail, online discussion groups and
  online bulliten boards. Comparatively
  asynchronous e-learning is also self paced and
  interactive. Ex Discussion Groups.

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• 4. Synchronous training
• Its a real time method of e- learning with live
  interaction between instructors and the students.
• It is called such because students have to log in
  at a specified period of time. It is nearest to
  classroom style learning as students can raise
  their electronic hands, view a common blackboard
  and interact with each other.
• These are usually held in audio video
  conferencing media, Internet Telephony media
  websites, 2- way live broadcasts to students.
• Ex Access Grid.

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History of ADL ( Advanced Distributed Learning)

• The United States Department of Defense (DOD) and
  the White House Office Of Science and Technology
  Policy (OSTP) launched the Advanced Distributed
  Learning Initiative (ADL) in Nov 1997.
• Vision of ADL
• It is to provide access to highest quality
  learning and performance aiding that can be
  tailored to individual needs delivered cost
  effectively anytime and anywhere.

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Reference Model

• ADL architects recognized early the need for a
  reference model that would specify learning
  content and its labeling , storage and
  presentation in distributed learning.
• A Reference Model is something that shows what
  kinds of services will be needed to solve a
  particular problem, how they can be put together,
  the relevant standards that apply, and how they
  might be used.

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Introduction to SCORM

• SCORM provides a coordinating model of
  standard practices that can be generally accepted
  and widely implemented throughout the distributed
  learning community.
• SCORM Definition
• (Sharable Content Object Reference Model)
• A collection and harmonization of
  specifications and standards that defines the
  interrelationship of content objects, data models
  and protocols such that objects are sharable
  across systems that conform to same model.

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Characteristics of SCORM

• SCORM defines primarily
• Content Aggregation Model
• Run Time Environment
• Sequencing and Navigation
• Conceptual Starting point for SCORM
• Accessibility
• Adaptability
• Affordability
• Durability
• Interoperability
• Reusability

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Graphical Representation of LMS/Learning Object
Relationship.
Learning Object
SCORM
Learning Object
DATABASE
Learning management system
Learning Object
SCORM
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Learning Management Systems

• LMS is a catchall term in SCORM. It refers
  to a suite of functionalities designed to
  deliver, track, report on and manage learning
  content, learner progress and learner
  interactions.
• LMS can apply to very simple course
  management systems, or highly complex
  enterprise-wide, distributed environments.

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Learning Object

• A learning object is by definition a reusable
  chunk of learning content. The reusability is
  the main motivation in favor of Learning Objects.
• Learning Objects can be compared to the
  resources housed in a physical library.

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Role of SCORM in E- learning

• SCORM focuses on interface points
  between instructional content and LMS
  environments, and it doesnt involve in specific
  features and capabilities provided within a
  particular LMS.

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Figure 1.2.2a Highly generalized model of an LMS
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Reference

• http//www.nwlink.com/donclark/hrd/elearning/deve
  loping.html
• http//pre2005.flexiblelearning.net.au/projects/re
  sources/learningobjectguide04.pdf
• http//www.adlnet.gov/downloads/DownloadPage.aspx?
  ID237
• http//www.learnativity.com/standards.html
• http//en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SCORM
• http//www.nwlink.com/donclark/hrd/elearning/deve
  loping.html

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