Pedagogy and tutorial of E-learning Pedagogy and tutorial of E-learning Arne Kullbjer, Ingrid Nyman ICDC-Mjärdevi Science Park Linköping, Sweden UEE 27 juin-1 juillet June-july Paris 2005 UEE 27 juin-1 juillet June-july Paris 2005

Arne Kullbjer Professional record University lecturer, Department of Physics and Measurement Technology, Linköping University Director for Continuing Education Division, Linköping University 1994– Managing director ICDC Project co-ordinator Learning Centres, Södermanland/Västmanland county 2000– Manager; Learning Centre UEE 27 juin-1 juillet June-july Paris 2005 UEE 27 juin-1 juillet June-july Paris 2005

ICDC-International Competence Development and Consultancy Telematics and e- Learning Flexible and Distance Learning European education and training programmes Project management Private company working in a network of about 30 competence development professionals Co-ordinating and managing Learning Centres UEE 27 juin-1 juillet June-july Paris 2005 UEE 27 juin-1 juillet June-july Paris 2005

Ingrid Nyman Background 1973 Master Degree in Behavioural Science at Linköping University Project manager at the Continuing Education Division and Director of the Conference Unit, Linköping University Manager Learning Centre 1994 – Managing Director ITTT UEE 27 juin-1 juillet June-july Paris 2005 UEE 27 juin-1 juillet June-july Paris 2005

Pedagogy and tutorial of e-learning E-learning in Sweden >10% of all students ”at distance” (about 60000) mainly through: Video- Computer- conferencing through Learning Centres LMS/WEB….. The Swedish ”NetUniversity” CFL In-house training in large companies UEE 27 juin-1 juillet June-july Paris 2005 UEE 27 juin-1 juillet June-july Paris 2005

Pedagogy and tutorial of e-learning Definition of e-learning E-learning is the effective learning process created by combining digitally delivered content with (learning) support and services E-learning is the use of multimedia technologies and the Internet to improve the quality of learning by facilitating access to resources and services as well as remote exchanges and collaboration UEE 27 juin-1 juillet June-July Paris 2005 UEE 27 juin-1 juillet June-July Paris 2005

Pedagogy and tutorial of e-learning Definition of e-learning E-learning is NOT a database where student will find all information. Learning is always a process together with other students, using printed and interactive material and with a tutor available E-learning covers a wide set of applications and processes, such as webbased learning, computer based learning, virtual classrooms and digital collaboration. It includes delivery of content via Internet, intranet/extranet (LAN/WAN), audio- and videotape, satellite broadcast, interactive TV and CD-ROM UEE 27 juin-1 juillet June-July Paris 2005 UEE 27 juin-1 juillet June-July Paris 2005

e-learning resources Different types of resources 1. Enabling technology 2. Materials production 3. Learner Support 4. Resources Enabling the Implementation of standards UEE 27 juin-1 juillet June-july Paris 2005 UEE 27 juin-1 juillet June-july Paris 2005

Enabling technology Learning Management systems (LMS) Authoring tools Learning content management systems (LCMS) Virtual Learning Environments UEE 27 juin-1 juillet June-july Paris 2005 UEE 27 juin-1 juillet June-july Paris 2005

Materials production Learning Materials On line courses Bite-size learning materials and learning objects UEE 27 juin-1 juillet June-july Paris 2005 UEE 27 juin-1 juillet June-july Paris 2005

Learner support Courses/training with built in blended approach Some Virtual Learning Environments Learning support platforms/systems Some learning management systems also include learner support Synchronous conferencing systems Resources that demonstrate learner induction, on going support and assessment UEE 27 juin-1 juillet June-july Paris 2005 UEE 27 juin-1 juillet June-july Paris 2005

Resources Enabling the Implementation of Standards Associations dealing with e-learning professionals Standard bodies (CEN, EifEL, BAOL…) Useful databases UEE 27 juin-1 juillet June-july Paris 2005 UEE 27 juin-1 juillet June-july Paris 2005

Conclusions from research of different resources Research shows that resources with a degree of complexity (!) are best rated among students/teachers. Independent of country of origin. Example: Learning management systems or virtual learning environments that hold and deliver content with opportunities for tracking, assessment, learner support, administration and a variety of communication areas. UEE 27 juin-1 juillet June-July Paris 2005 UEE 27 juin-1 juillet June-July Paris 2005

Conclusions from research of different resources One exception however; policymaking and addressing issues of standards or quality in e-learning UK and France seem still to be furthest developed in terms of national and regional policies and quality bodies. In UK the ”Training Foundation” has established certification of e-learning professionals. In France, EIfEL performs a similar function and is involved in draw-up quality standards accross EU. Germany has ZFU (Staatliche Zenstralstelle für fernunterricht), Sweden has CFL (Centre for Flexible Learning)………. UEE 27 juin-1 juillet June-July Paris 2005 UEE 27 juin-1 juillet June-July Paris 2005

Pedagogy and tutorial of e-learning For e-learning to be effective, quality resources are essential when starting up, but research also shows that another crucial factor in the success of e-learning is to develop the right mixture of ingredients for the specific learning needs of individuals, groups or companies. UEE 27 juin-1 juillet June-july Paris 2005 UEE 27 juin-1 juillet June-july Paris 2005

Standards for learning materials Criteria: Information Content Learning design Navigation Usability Technical and media quality Accessibility Technical specifications (SCORM, Sharable Content Object Reference Model). Reusable Learning objects Ease of use UEE 27 juin-1 juillet June-july Paris 2005 UEE 27 juin-1 juillet June-july Paris 2005

Recommendations and standards for learner support Tutoring: Access and motivation Online socialisation Information giving and receiving Knowledge construction Development UEE 27 juin-1 juillet June-july Paris 2005 UEE 27 juin-1 juillet June-july Paris 2005

Recommendations and standards for learner support Criteria: Induction On-going support Assessment UEE 27 juin-1 juillet June-july Paris 2005 UEE 27 juin-1 juillet June-july Paris 2005

Recommendations for learners Ensure that the equipment meets the basic hardware/software requirements of the course and that you have appropriate skills on using the computer Learn rules of conduct in web discussions or Netiquette and follow these rules Allocate quite an amount of time and write a scheme for learning. If you learn at a workplace then discuss this schedule with your manager and co-workers Try not to bother others with your studies and try to avoid learning in places where you can be disturbed UEE 27 juin-1 juillet June-july Paris 2005 UEE 27 juin-1 juillet June-july Paris 2005

Recommendations for learners Take a break of minutes from e-learning Set realistic learning goals for yourself to reach Be active as a learner and reflect on what you have learnt Create a peer group with other learners. It could be face-to-face or through a virtual group Share what you have learnt with your manager and coworkers Use all available resources UEE 27 juin-1 juillet June-july Paris 2005 UEE 27 juin-1 juillet June-july Paris 2005

Pedagogy and tutorial of e-learning Good examples: A community for sharing experience and good examples (established under a Leonardo-project- e3) is another virtual community with several resourcs in e-learning UEE 27 juin-1 juillet June-july Paris 2005 UEE 27 juin-1 juillet June-july Paris 2005

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