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A quest for the perfect platform.A quest for the perfect platform. 

A Labyrinth of leads.

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Terminology

E-learning CBT (Computer-Based

Training-CD-ROM), IBT (Internet-Based Training) or WBT (Web-Based Training)

Asynchronous Learning Synchronous Learning Face-to-Face Learning Blended Learning,

Hybrid Learning

Purely online - no face-to-face meetings

Virtual Learning Environment (VLE)

Learning Management System (LMS)

Learning Platform Course Management

System Live Lessons Personal Learning

Environment (PLE)

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e-learning Delivery Methods

Style Delivery Method

Print E-text, textbooks, e-zinesVideo streaming video, video tape,

satellite transmission, cableAudio Streaming audio, audio tape,

podcasting

Assessment Electronic, interactive, paper

Communication Asynchronous- e-mail,, threaded discussion, weblogs, Forums, Wikis

Synchronous- chat, Instant Messaging, videoconferencing, teleconferencing

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Coordinated Approach and Common Mission

Determine Essential Components

Technical Considerations

Pedagogical Considerations

Economic Considerations

Selecting a Virtual Learning Environment

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*Blackboard Collaborate 11 NEW! July 2011 http://

www.blackboard.com/Platforms/Collaborate/Services/Learning-Services.aspx *Elluminate http://

www.blackboard.com/Platforms/Collaborate/Services/Learning-Services.aspx Ivocalize - https://www.ivocalize.com/support/?p=233 Adobe LiveLesson Go to Training https://www3.gotomeeting.com/en_US/m/g2mab_More2LMlp.tmpl Microsoft Live Meeting http://

www.microsoft.com/UC/LMOC/LMOC.html?product=LM&locale=en%2Dus&page=0&status=open

Moodle http://demo.moodle.net/ Sloodle http://www.sloodle.org/moodle/ *Angel http://www.blackboard.com/Platforms/Learn/Products/Blackboard-Learn/ANGEL-Edition.aspx Claroline http://www.claroline.net/about-claroline.html Atutor http://atutor.ca/atutor/

Options

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Epals http://www.corp.epals.com/products/

Google Plus http://www.google.com/intl/en-US/+/demo/

Edusim http://edusim3d.com/

*WebCT Bodington http://bodington.org/

Sakai http://sakaiproject.org/

Desire2Learn Learning Environment http://www.desire2learn.com/demos/learningenvironment/

Options

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Should not dictate approach to learning Tailored to needs, pedagogy, collaborate e-

learning vision Teachers should not have to worry about

technology -focus on innovative course development

Engaging, interactive and transparent for students

Built in assessment to determine effectiveness

Quality Control of VLE


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