Interdisciplinary Journal of E-Learning and Learning Objects
Jan 01, 2009 Volume 5, Number 1
Table of Contents
Number of articles: 30
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Applications of Semantic Web Technology to Support Learning Content Development
Claus Pahl & Edmond Holohan, Dublin City University, Ireland
The Semantic Web is based on ontology technology – a knowledge representation framework – at its core to make meaning explicit and more accessible to automatic processing. We discuss the potential ... More
pp. 1-25
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Exploring Teachers Perceptions of Web-Based Learning Tools
Robin Kay, Liesel Knaack & Diana Petrarca, University of Ontario Institute of Technology, Canada
Over the past 8 to 10 years, web-based learning tools (WBLTs), also known as learning objects, have been evaluated and received positively by higher education students. However, little research has... More
pp. 27-50
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A Model for the Effective Management of Re-Usable Learning Objects (RLOs): Lessons from a Case Study
Mary Tate & Darryn Hoshek, Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand
The management and reuse of digital learning resources has become a major business. Repositories of reusable learning objects (RLOs) are increasingly popular but pose serious management challenges.... More
pp. 51-72
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A Model for the Effective Management of
Mary Tate & Darryn Hoshe
pp. 51-72
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Student Performance and Perceptions in a Web-Based Competitive Computer Simulation
Nicole Buzzetto-More & Bryant Mitchell, University of Maryland Eastern Shore, United States
Computer simulations have implications across disciplines and with learners at all levels. By requiring learners to develop and apply knowledge and skills in interactive changing environments, they... More
pp. 73-90
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E-Learning and Constructivism: From Theory to Application
Alex Koohang, Liz Riley & Terry Smith, Macon State College, United States; Jeanne Schreurs, Hasselt University, Belgium
This paper presents a learner-centered model for designing e-learning assignments/activities within e-learning environments. The model is based on constructivism learning theory. The model includes... More
pp. 91-109
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A Taxonomy as a Vehicle for Learning
Cornelia Brodahl, University of Agder, Norway; Bjørn Smestad, Oslo University College, Norway
In this article, we describe the development of a classification system providing a framework for analysis of, and communication about, a subgroup of learning objects. The objects we consider are... More
pp. 111-127
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Analyzing Responses, Moves, and Roles in Online Discussions
Craig Wishart, Fayetteville State University, United States; Retta Guy, Tennessee State University, United States
There is much debate regarding the value and utility of grading discussions to ensure and assess full participation in the online classroom. Proponents of threaded discussions view it as an inte-... More
pp. 129-144
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Computer Supported Collaborative Learning and Higher Order Thinking Skills: A Case Study of Textile Studies
Ada MA, The Hong Kong Institute of Education, China
The scarcity of readily usable instruments to research learning in Computer Supported Collaborative Learning (CSCL) environments has posed a great challenge to devise appropriate analytical tools... More
pp. 145-167
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Focused Crawling for Downloading Learning Objects
Yevgen Biletskiy, Michael Wojcenovic & Hamidreza Baghi, University of New Brunswick, Canada
The present paper describes architecture, design, and implementation details of a Web Crawler for learning objects. The Web Crawler developed provides a technical solution to mass downloading... More
pp. 169-180
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Introduction to the IJELLO Special Series
Yoram Eshet-Alkalai, Avner Caspi, Sigal Eden, Nitza Geri & Yoav Yair, The Open University of Israel, Israel
This Interdisciplinary Journal of E-Learning and Learning Objects (IJELLO) inaugural issue of special series is based on selected best papers presented in the Fourth Chais Conference on... More
pp. 181-186
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Using a Collaborative Database to Enhance Students’ Knowledge Construction
Yigal Rosen & Rikki Rimor, Open University of Israel, Israel
This study focuses on academic online course in collaborative database learning environment and examines the conditions for effectiveness of collective and individual knowledge construction in this... More
pp. 187-195
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Using a Collaborative Database to Enhance Students’ Knowledge Construction
Yigal Rosen & Rikki Rimor
pp. 187-195
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Learning about Online Learning Processes and Students' Motivation through Web Usage Mining
Arnon Hershkovitz & Rafi Nachmias, Tel Aviv University, Israel
This study illustrates the potential of applying Web usage mining - the analysis of Web log files - in educational research. It consists of two sub-studies and focuses on two types of analysis,... More
pp. 197-214
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Instructors' Attitudes toward Active Learning
David Pundak, Kinneret College on the Sea of Galilee, Israel; Orit Herscovitz, Miri Shaham & Rivka Wiser-Biton, ORT Braude College, Israel
One of the major goals of science and technology education today is to promote students' active learning as a way to improve students' conceptual understanding and thinking skills. Although there... More
pp. 215-232
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Open the Windows of Communication: Promoting Interpersonal and Group Interactions Using Blogs in Higher Education
Ina Blau, Nili Mor & Tami Neuthal, Open University of Israel, Israel
Using educational blogs enriches online learning by creating a peer dialogue in the form of a reader response or a peer-blogger-peer feedback sequence. The present study explores interpersonal and ... More
pp. 233-246
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Designing Online Information Aggregation and Prediction Markets for MBA Courses
Daphne Raban, University of Haifa, Israel; Dorit Geifman, University odgef Haifa, Israel
At our School of Management, novel Internet-based tools are employed in order to enrich the instruction of theoretical aspects of decision making with hands-on experience and expose the students to... More
pp. 247-262
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Children's Participation Patterns in Online Communities:
Oren Zuckerman, The Interdisciplinary Center, Israel; Ina Blau, Open University of Israel, Israel; Andrés Monroy-Hernández, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, United States
Online participation and content contribution are pillars of the Internet revolution and are core activities for younger generations online. This study investigated participation patterns, users'... More
pp. 263-274
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Experiences and Opinions of E-learners: What Works, What are the Challenges, and What Competencies Ensure Successful Online Learning
Michael Beaudoin, University of New England, United States; Gila Kurtz, The Center for Academic Studies, Israel; Sigal Eden, The Open University of Israel, Israel
This paper reports findings of a survey of online learners from Western (mostly US), Israeli, Mexican, and Japanese cohorts. An instrument with 58 questions, including several open-ended items,... More
pp. 275-289
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Course Coordinators’ Beliefs, Attitudes and Motivation and their Relation to Self-Reported Changes in Technology Integration at the Open University of Israel
Eva Guterman, Yael Alberton, Relly Brickner & Ronit Sagi, Open University of Israel, Israel
This study investigates the relationship between the beliefs, attitudes, and motivation of course coordinators at the Open University of Israel regarding the integration of technology into teaching... More
pp. 291-306
