Enhancing Learning Through Technology

Name: Enhancing Learning Through Technology | International Conference, ICT 2011, Hong Kong, July 11-13, 2011. Proceedings
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International Conference, ICT 2011, Hong Kong, July 11-13, 2011. Proceedings

Reggie Kwan Carmel McNaught Philip Tsang Fu Lee Wang Kam Cheong Li(Editor)

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Published on 27. June 2011

XIII, 375 pages

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Intro
Title
Preface
Organization
Table of Contents
Technological Practice and Change in Education
Introduction
Trends and the Impact of Changing Technological Practices in Education
Changing Educational Practices through Technology: A Case Study
Physical Collaborative Environment
Conclusion
References
Encouraging Student Learning through Online E-Portfolio Development
Introduction
Definition of a Portfolio
Importance of a Portfolio
Advantages and Disadvantages of Getting Students to Publish Their Digital Work Online
Portfolio Creation in Web Publishing Module
Student Feedback
Online Photo Galleries
Dropbox
Google Forms
Video Sharing Websites
Blogs
Student Blogs and Websites
My Own Portfolio
SIWF Website
DesignWorks Website
Conclusion
References
First Steps towards an Integrated Personal Learning Environment at the University Level
Introduction
The Development and Concept of 'Personal Learning Environments'
How the PLE Concept Challenges Higher Education
Challenges of PLEs for Learners
Technological Background of the PLE
Widgets
The W3C Widget Family of Specifications
Proof of Concept - A PLE for Higher-Education Institutions
User Interface (UI)
Widget Prototypes
Conclusions and Future Work
References
Integrating Scholarly Articles within E-Learning Courses
Introduction
Challenges Faced by Educators
Challenges Faced by Learners
Characteristics of E-learning Systems
Framework
Framework Validation
The First Case Study
Result from the First Case Study
Result from the Second Case Study
Result from the Third Case Study
Conclusion and Future Works
References
Web 2.0 Divide among Naughty Insiders, Worried Outsiders, and Invisible Monitors: A Case Study
Introduction
Web 2.0 Applications in Education
Parents' and Teachers' Influence
Method
Results
The Naughty Insiders
The Worried Outsiders
The Invisible Monitors
Discussion
References
The Organization of Mobile Learning in Higher Education of Kazakhstan
Introduction
Developing of Mobile Learning in Kazakhstan
Pedagogical Conditions of Mobile Learning
Conclusion
References
Learning of Algorithms on Mobile Devices through Bluetooth, SMS Technology
Introduction
Objective
Characterizing the Target Public
Methodology
Difficulties and Discussion
Results
Conclusion
References
An Innovative Application for Learning to Write Chinese Characters on Smartphones
Introduction
Preliminaries
The Basic Structures of Chinese Characters
Existing E-Learning Systems for Learning to Write Chinese Characters
Learning Objects for E-Learning Systems
Our Proposal
An Empirical Evaluation of Our Proposal
Concluding Remarks
References
GoPutonghua: An Online Learning Platform for Self-learners to Learn Putonghua
Introduction
Existing Online Putonghua Platforms
System Architecture
Methodology
Online Assessment System (OAS)
Learning Tools
Learning Materials
Communication Tools
Discussion
Evaluation of GoPutonghua Online Self-learning Platform
Conclusion
References
Construction and Evaluation of a Blended LearningPlatform for Higher Education
Introduction
Didactic Theories
Behaviorism
Cognitivism
Constructivism
Construction of the Learning Platform
Concept
Interactive Video Lectures
Web 2.0 Services
Learning Management System
Further Learning Material
Evaluation
Method
Results of the Evaluation
Conclusion and Outlook
References
Development of Engineers' Social Competences in the Settings of Web 2.0 Platform
Introduction
Method
Competences Definition
Essential and New Competences of Engineers
Social Competences - Definition and Model
Survey and Result
Models of Competences Development
Characteristics of Web 2.0 in Support of Social Competences Development
A model for Social Competences Development of Engineers in Web 2.0 Settings
Conclusion and Future Research Directions
References
Students' Self-reported Assessment of E-Dictionaries
Introduction
Research Background
PEDs
Online English Dictionaries
Purpose of the Study
Methodology
The Setting and Student Profiles
Procedures
Findings
Discussion of Findings
Conclusions
References
Leveraging Low-Cost Mobile Technologies in Bangladesh: A Case Study of Innovative Practices for Teacher Professional Development and Communicative English Language Teaching
Introduction
Review of the Literature
Mobile Phones for Development
Mobile Phones for Teacher Professional Development
Mobile Phones for ELT Teaching and Learning
EIA's Technology Strategy
EIA's Case Studies
Pilot Test 1 (iPod Nano and Touch--2009-2010)
Pilot Test 2 (Nokia, Maximus and SD Cards)
Implications for Scaling Up in Phase II and III (2012-2017)
Phase II Model
Phase III Model
Conclusion
References
Addressing Some Quality and Effectiveness Issues in E-Learning
Introduction
E-learning Quality and Effectiveness
Some Examples of Quality and Effectiveness Initiatives
Quality Activities in Singapore Schools
The SPOT-ON Projects in the SAFTI Military Institute (SAFTI MI)
Proposed Quality and Effectiveness Model for the SIM University
Start with the Educational Considerations
Kirkpatrick's Model
Example from SIM University
Conclusion
References
Peer Assessment Using Wiki to Enhance Their Masteryof the Chinese Language
Introduction
Literature Review
Methodology
Setting and Participants
Procedure
Analysis and Discussion
Attitudes towards Reading and Reviewing Peer Work Online
Attitudes towards Providing Feedback on the Web
Attitudes towards Receiving Feedback
Anonymity of Peer Feedback
Like or Dislike the Online Peer Assessment System
Limitations of the Present Study
Conclusion and Implications for Future Research
References
E-Learning Design for Chinese Classifiers: Reclassification of Nouns for a Novel Approach
Introduction
Multi-Categorization of Classifiers
Semantic Decomposition of Classifiers and Nouns
Methodology
Application of Cognitive Strategies in Noun Classifier Acquisition
Implementation of An Agent-Based Model in Classifier E-learning
Conclusion
References
Using a Conversational Framework in Mobile Game Based Learning - Assessment and Evaluation
Introduction
A Conversation Framework for the Detective Alavi Mobile Game
Game's Assessment
Students' Learning Processes during the Classroom Observations
Remembering Level
Understanding Level
Applying Level
Analysing Level
Evaluating Level
Self-assessment
Game's Self-assessment User Experiences
Detective Alavi's Cost Efficiency versus Conventional Method
Discussions and Conclusion
References
Knowledge, Skills, Competencies: A Model for Mathematics E-Learning
Introduction
Theoretical Framework
Knowledge and Skills
Competence and Competencies
Technological Framework
Modelling Mathematics Learning
Domain Representation
The Creation of a Personalised Learning Experience
Future Trends
References
Building an Effective Online Learning Community: An Ethnographic Study
Introduction
Research Design
Findings and Discussion
Conclusion
References
Constructing of ePortfolios with Mobile Phones and Web 2.0
Introduction
Profile of Young Apprentice Learners
The CPIT Project
Mobile Phone Generated ePortfolios
Making Use of ePortfolios
Using Social Networking Sites
'Cloud Computing' and Mobile Learning
Using Social Networking Sites for Collating ePortfolios
Multimedia and Multiliteracies
Compiling mPortfolios
Mlearning Pedagogy
Evaluation of the Project
Findings
Evaluative findings
Constructive-Interpretive Findings
Discussion and Implications
Conclusion
References
University Students' Informal Learning Practices Using Facebook: Help or Hindrance?
Literature
University Student Use of Facebook
Motivations of Facebook Use
Informal Learning and Facebook
Research Methodology
Results
Student Access to Facebook
Student Use of Facebook for Informal Learning
Purpose for Selecting Facebook as an Informal Learning Communication Method
Facebook Applications Used for Informal Learning
Student Access to Facebook during Study
Perceived Disadvantages and Advantages of Facebook for Informal Learning
Discussion
Limitations
Conclusions and Implications for Future Research
References
Piloting Lecture Capture: An Experience Sharing from a Hong Kong University
Introduction
The Context of the Pilot Project
The Pilot Project Plan
The Different Pedagogies Used in the Pilot Project
Rationale behind Pedagogical Use of Lecture Capture in IT1XXX
Rationale behind Pedagogical Use of Lecture Capture in LANG7XXX
Rationale behind Pedagogical Use of Lecture Capture in MGNT7XXX
Rationale behind Pedagogical Use of Lecture Capture in PHYS1XXX
Rationale behind Pedagogical Use of Lecture Capture in VA2XXX
Rationale behind Pedagogical Use of Lecture Capture in ORGC1XXX
Instructor Feedback
Student Feedback
Lessons Learned
Future of the Pilot Project and Conclusion
References
Generation of Hypertext for Web-Based Learning Based on Wikification
Introduction
Background
Quality and Types of Hyperlinks
Quantity of Hyperlinks in Hypertext
Automatic Generation of Hypertext
Wikification
Methodology
Wikification: Disambiguation
Wikification: Link Detection
Hyperizer: Conversion to Self-reference Links
Results
Data Set
Wikification: Disambiguation
Wikification: Link Detection
Hyperizer: Conversion to Self-reference Links
Conclusion
References
The Impact of E-Learning in University Education: An Empirical Analysis in a Classroom Teaching Context
Introduction
Background
Open Course Platforms
Measure of E-Learning Efficiency in Higher Education
Research Methodology
Objectives and Research Hypotheses
Data
Survey and Data Analysis Results
Survey Results
Database Analysis Results
Conclusions
References
The Enhancement of Students' Interests and Efficiency in Elementary Japanese Learning as a Second Language through Online Games with Special Reference to Their Learning Styles
Introduction
Types of Learning Styles
Review of VARK
Enhancing Learning Efficiency through Online Games in Post-secondary Colleges
Enthusiasm of Using Mobile Technologies in the Youth
Types of Apps and Online Games
Matching of Learning Apps to Learning Styles
Review the Difficulties Encountered in Learning Elementary Japanese for the Youth
Review Types of Online Learning of Japanese Language
Relating Proposed Different Learning Outcomes in Each Type of the Game to Various Types of Learning Style
Conclusion
Limitations of the Study and Further Research
References
Using Web 2.0 Technologies in K-12 School Settings: Evidence-Based Practice?
Introduction
Defining Web 2.0
Sources of Data
Method
Results
More Detailed Description of the Studies
Discussion and Conclusion
References
Going Beyond Face-to-Face Classrooms: Examining Student Motivation to Participate in Online Discussions through a Self-Determination Theory Perspective
Introduction
Research Questions
Self-Determination Theory (SDT)
Methodology
Participants
Procedure
Data Collection
Results
What Motivates Students to Log In to the AOD?
What Were the Students' Perceptions of Their Behaviour When They Logged In to the AOD?
What Motivates Students to Read the Postings in the AOD?
What Motivates Students to Post in an AOD?
Discussion and Conclusion
Motivation as a Social Construct
Motivation Shifts During the 3-Stage AOD Participation
References
Uncoupling Mobility and Learning:When One Does Not Guarantee the Other
Introduction
Method
Results
Class Demographics
Applications Loaded on Loaned iPads
Focus Group Results
Discussion
Conclusion
References
e-Assessment System as a Positive Tool in the Mastery of Putonghua
Introduction
Literature Review
Background
System Design and Architecture
Scenarios and Potential Use of the e-Assessment System
Conclusion
References
Reconciling "human touch" with "high tech"?
Introduction
Technology and Student Support
The OASISS Project
Effectiveness of the System
Future Directions
References
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