Learning Environments

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Learning Environments

• John Akeroyd
• South Bank University

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Library problems

• Expansion unplanned and without considering
  alternative teaching and learning methodology
• Modularization compartmentalising learning and
  consequential increases in numbers of reading
  lists
• Diversification rapid changes in disciplines

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LE Definition

• The creation of a virtual space where learning,
  assessment and interaction can take place in a
  structured and managed way.

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LE Definition

• Course Creation
• Assessment
• Learning
• Interaction
• Management
• Structured

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LE Functions
Scheduling Knowledge Base/Resources Discussion
Student profiles Management systems Course
Development
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The Learning Environment
Databanks
The Web
Course Resources
D-Libraries
Student Learner
Student Data
Staff
Course Managemnt
Course Development
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LEs Commercial Software

• Web-CT
• TopClass
• Lotus Learning Space
• Web Course in a Box
• Docuclass
• FirstClass

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Evaluation

• Communications and Inter-activity
• Course Design tools
• Course administration
• User Interfacing Tools
• Platform Independence
• Investment Costs
• Inter-operability

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Structured Semi-structured
Unstructured
Identified Sought
Regulatory Framework Course Guidance Pathway
Documents
Course Notes Handouts ESL
Digital Libraries Web
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Prototyping Technologies

• Text conferencing - long-standing users of First
  Class
• Intranet developments course documentation
• Learning Environment software - prototyping
  Web-CT
• CD-ROM based developments continuing benefit
  from CD-ROM
• The HERON project
• ESL/Text Book server

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Resource Banks
Web Learning Environment
Text Conferencing
E Short Loan
Curriculum Database
Web Course Notes
Exam Papers
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Resource Banks
Web Learning Environment
Text Conferencing
E Short Loan
Curriculum Database
Web Course Notes
Exam Papers
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The Cs

• Culture change
• Convergence
• Cross-sectorial working/ at all levels
• Collaboration
• Common Taxonomy
• Costs