Improving Web-Based Learning by Using Improved and Well Designed Course Management Systems
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2006
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Abstract
Web-Based Learning (WBL) has increased dramatically in the past 10 years. Issues
facing WBL include learner needs, instructional process, issues of access, and the changing roles
of teachers and students. Instructors’ ability to address these issues is largely dependent on the
software technology used to develop and deliver the online courses. Course management systems
(CMSs), like WebCT and Blackboard, are the mediums of choice for developing and delivering
online courses in recent years, serving thousands of K20 schools worldwide. Good course design
is essential in WBL, but limited by the technologies used. Distant teaching and learning can be as
effective as the traditional face-to-face when assisted by well-designed technologies. The purpose
of this paper is to explain how to improve distance education by improving CMSs. We need to
take a critical look at tools like WebCT and Blackboard and recommend improvements that may
improve student learning experiences.
facing WBL include learner needs, instructional process, issues of access, and the changing roles
of teachers and students. Instructors’ ability to address these issues is largely dependent on the
software technology used to develop and deliver the online courses. Course management systems
(CMSs), like WebCT and Blackboard, are the mediums of choice for developing and delivering
online courses in recent years, serving thousands of K20 schools worldwide. Good course design
is essential in WBL, but limited by the technologies used. Distant teaching and learning can be as
effective as the traditional face-to-face when assisted by well-designed technologies. The purpose
of this paper is to explain how to improve distance education by improving CMSs. We need to
take a critical look at tools like WebCT and Blackboard and recommend improvements that may
improve student learning experiences.
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