e-Learning FAQs

Q1 : What is e-Learning ?
A: We found some great definitions from educationalist’s, researchers and practioners, for example:
*Electronic learning (or e-Learning or eLearning) is a type of Technology supported education/learning (TSL) where the medium of instruction is …
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* Learning conducted via electronic media, especially via the Internet…
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* Any learning that utilizes a network (LAN, WAN or Internet) for delivery, interaction, or facilitation. This would include distributed learning, distance learning (other than pure correspondence )…
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Q2: What are some of the interactive features that your company can include in the e-learning module
A: We have expertise in developing quality content, also known as Assets. For example, video, images, text scripts, audio (inc music loops) and voice-over audio. Using a variety of tools we can also develop screen based simulations and quizzes with hot-spots to verify user responses.
Q3: What is a Learning Management System and how does it work with e-Learning Modules?
A: There are many LMSs on the market. The most popular and standards orientated share the potential of interoperability. An LMS can be considered as a mothership! i.e: containing eLearning modules that can be allocated to users. Tutors or Corporate training / Human Resource development staff can both allocate and track specific data about the use of each module, for example, time, completion and scores achieved. E-Modules must be ‘wrapped’ in a standard, for example: SCORM…
Q4: What is SCORM ?
A: SCORM is a set of technical standards for developing e-learning software products. SCORM tells programmers or eLearning module assemblers how to write their code or learning unit so that it can “play well” with other e-learning software. Specifically, SCORM governs how online learning content and Learning Management Systems (LMSs) communicate with each other. SCORM does not speak to instructional design or any other pedagogical concern, it is purely a technical standard. A typical scenario will be to develop an e-Learning module and then ‘burn’ or compile (inc: instructions on what data to pass to the LMS, for example: Score, completion status, time spent on module) it with a SCORM wrapper. Once the compilation is complete the e-Learning module can be allocated to a learner through the LMS, where the module will actually reside.
Q5: What do you mean by an Integrated solution ?
A: With a Learning Management System it will often include a registration process. In addition, often pre-assessments are performed. Good integration often involves the use of technical standards such as Webservices so that common access, for example: avoiding numerous user name and passwords and common data storage.
Q6: What is an e-Portfolio?
A: We recommend some great definitions can be viewed and further understood from:
* An electronic portfolio, also known as an e-portfolio or digital portfolio, is a collection of electronic evidence assembled and managed by a user …
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* A digital version of the teacher’s professional portfolio…
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* An electronic record of specialist training, updated and accessible through the internet, it records details of achievement in the AKT and CSA and …
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