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(2008, 4600 words)
The paper examines the interactive low-cost mobile learning (m-learning) system used at the University of Mauritius (UoM) to make lectures more lively and participative. The background of UoM is described; academic opinions about m-learning as a further development of e-learning are reviewed; the interactive multimedia m-learning system is analysed and evaluated.
(2008, 3900 words)
The paper examines how technology can and does improve student learning in schools and colleges. The role of the development of new technologies that are breaking down barriers to learning achievements is discussed.
(2007, 2100 words)
The paper examines the effects of the Teletubbies program on pre-school education identifying the skills it aims to develop and analyzing its website version hosted by the BBC. The audience of the programme is discussed; the benefits and shortcomings of the Teletubby website are identified.
(2007, 3600 words)
King Harpers College is an accredited public college, offering courses leading to a B.Sc and certificates in Business and Management. The college attracts a large proportion of foreign students and therefore additionally offers a program of Intensive English for International students who need to improve their English skills. Kings Harper College serves 15,000 students through its on-site education. In recent years the number of foreign students has increased significantly and the college now is proposing to offer e-learning courses to cope with the increasing demand. The argument proposed by the management is that international students will be able to partake in their chosen degree courses from their home countries, giving them an easily accessible learning resource and experience. Furthermore, through the use of advanced technology, students who have previously not had access to higher education now will have the opportunity to study at the location that best suits their needs. This report investigates the key issues that need to be considered before Kings Harper pursues its e-learning project. Initially the report defines the aims and scope, critiques. The different methods of enquiry and identify which method(s) employed in the investigation. Then it provides a summary of IT drivers that are underpinning the external environment of higher education institutions, appraises the uses of Internet technology in the education sector, identifies possible future Internet innovations that will impact on the students and teaching staff in higher education. Then, using consequences analysis techniques, the report identifies the likely impact of Internet technology on teaching staff and students at Kings Harper. This is followed by an overview of key issues that are directly linked to systems development and a critique of the method of enquiry, highlighting the strengths weaknesses and any assumptions made.
(2007, 2000 words)
The paper examines the abuse of the global access to knowledge addressing the issue of e-plagiarism among University students. The ways of controlling literary theft are discussed including anti-plagiarism software, search engines that track down source documents, etc.
(2006, 1600 words)
The research has been aimed at the analysis of the online university portals that have been designed for the purpose of facilitation of learning. The current research has been focused at the 'Blackboard' portal used by the University of Westminster, which is one of the first academic portals to be produced by Blackboard Inc. The discussion has elaborated the role of information management, functionality of the Blackboard, its advantages and disadvantages. The report has also concluded with the help of an outline for the improvement of system under the light of secondary data from journals and news papers.
(2006, 9500 words)
The dissertation investigates the effectiveness of e-learning as a new method of training provided by College in London for the training in health and safety. The research is based on the qualitative analysis of primary data (participant observation, questionnaires and interviews) and secondary data. A literature review touches on the theories of technology-based training (TBT), e-learning, learners' motivation, etc. Conclusions are made about the effectiveness of e-learning as a new delivery of training.
(2004, 7000 words)
The paper reports on the development of the online service for the Star Tutorials tuition company aimed at teaching computer skills to teenager students using Macromedia Dreamweaver software. The background of the company is described; a review of literature is offered touching on learning theories and methodologies, existing online tutorial services in Macromedia Dreamweaver, etc. The work on the project design and implementation is described; conclusions are made about the strengths and weaknesses of the website.
(2006, 2500 words)
The paper examines the positive and negative aspects of the introduction of e-learning in universities reviewing the evolution of e-learning and arguing whether universities must adapt to the new learning environment and discussing different academic opinions on the use of new technologies in higher education.
(2004, 3000 words)
The paper deals with one of the most effective ways of personnel training, e-learning. Proceeding from the survey of literature the author discusses e-learning benefits (reduction of training costs, improved ability of tracking learners, etc.) grouping them into strategical and tactical. Problems in shifting to e-learning are outlined, the main being 'resistance to change'. The paper concludes that e-learning can contribute to higher profits in the environment of global competition where emphasis will be placed on the quality of goods and services.
(2002, 2500 words)
This paper is discussing rationale for e-learning, Stakeholder Expectations, Impacts of e-learning on businesses, determines industry lifecycle, and identifies the suppliers of e-learning and current technology. Forecasts into future changes in technology and e-learning are made.
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