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A comparative study of use of asynchronous (bulletin board) and synchronous (chat) for discussion on three learning units based on the cognitive maps developed by the learners has been made. We have found that cognitive maps could be an effective ...

In this article we propose a methodology for collaborative innovation, which leads to cognitive development. Motivation for innovation could be an effective means for efficient and meaningful learning. Meaningful learning contributes to cognitive...

This article describes the process of creation of meaningful learning environment (MLE) following a three-dimensional process of activity-artifact-reflection cycle and recording the process of learning in the form of digital portfolios. Production...

This paper is based on the work done towards the development of graduate studies program in Educational Technology for the University of Tartu in Estonia. Initially the curriculum has been designed using the available resources and considering the...

This paper describes a video based online discussion system. The system has been implemented for the topic of IT classroom management in a training course of introductory Information Communication Technologies. Students were given video footage to...

In our current educational context, schools face considerable pressure to establish effective, technology-based learning environments for their students. No longer is the question one of whether we should intensify the use of learning technologies...

This paper reports on an innovative approach adopted in the training of tertiary education teachers in instructional technology. An integrated approach was adopted to increase the motivation of teachers to use Information and Communication...

Commercialized e-learning systems provide many course managerial functionalities. However, they are usually not cost-effective in the departmental use of a small college. Authors have developed a low-cost and easy-to-use Web-based system tool called ...

This study considered the original groupware design and development, which are used for on-line study. In the system design, it took into consideration the possibility of flexible modifications as per the context and students' needs. Therefore, a...

This is paper describes a method of introduction of a collaborative learning system in an elementary school in Japan. In this study we intend to evaluate a groupware for teaching and learning. The evaluation of software is only possible when the...

In this paper the authors have discussed the design of a computer based constructivist tool for collaborative learning. This is a cognitive tool for developing metacognitive skills and understanding thought process of an individual. The tool...

The design of a web-based hypermedia learning solution requires a robust design process – a full iteration that conceptually, metaphorically, structurally and navigationally defines a solution with the end users at its core as exemplified by Kommers ...

Although the advent of VLEs (Virtual Learning Environments) promised more flexible and independent learning, concerns have also been raised about the quality of their pedagogical effects. This article presents the results of a case study which...

This article presents a description of the design of a learning environment focussed on topical scientific issues in an online and distance education setting. The subject area, genetic modification (GM), is a controversial and complex subject, of...

The results from our previous investigations support the literature in relation to the frustration that chemistry educationists have been through in the last two decades. Teaching and learning approaches have been developed; unfortunately the growth ...

Technological developments in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) supporting distance teaching-learning strategies, (e.g., one and two-way video tele-conferencing, web conferencing, etc.) have made it possible to reach out far and wide...

Authors argue that effective integration of different technological tools into the curriculum is not possible if the subject matters are taught in isolation independent of each other. In this article, authors have developed a model for designing...

Information and Communication Technology (ICT) allows us to create technology-mediated learning environment which provides opportunities for interactions through online environments. There is no doubt that it gives learners richer experience of...

This special issue focuses on the co-evolution of learning paradigms in the resonance of WWW-based learning support systems of the recent decade. Most striking is the rather autonomous trend towards information management for learning: the beauty of ...

This paper is presented as a dialogue between proponents of the traditional learning management system and personal learning environments. The dialogue form is used to highlight the fact that the struggle between top-down, traditional, institutional ...