TOJDEL - Volume 4 - Issue 3 - July 2016
DISTANCE EDUCATION IN WORK LIFE:THE CASE OF TURKEY Elif YUKSEL OKTAY
Abstract:
The developments in information and communication technologies have led
to copious changes in human life, which in effect initiated a full-scale transformation in
traditional work life. In the new-age of information there is higher demand for educated
and intellectual employees; hence to ensure that new generation can manage to keep up
with rapidly-transforming technological environment, national educational systems have
also governments must modify their national education systems. Distance education is
among such education methods that can be applied to adapt to the information age. That
is due to the fact that via distance education individuals can, without facing the time and
space limitations of the traditional educational method, benefit from information
technologies and renew themselves in work life or acquire new skills and competencies
in a completely distinctive subject. Distance education can be used not only for
university students but it can also be offered to the use of employed individuals. It is
thus the aim of this study to analyze the state of distance education in the work life in
Turkey.
ENHANCEMENT OF SKILLS THROUGH E-LEARNING: PROSPECTS AND PROBLEMS Senthil K Nathan, Sw. Rajamanoharane
Abstract:
Of late, the landscape of education of students has been reportedly
progressive and remarkably competitive. The knowledge they have gained is enormous
with the help of various sources of information. Plenty of information is available at
their fingertips. . But one of the most important factors the students need to concentrate
is their employability skills. Many students struggle a lot to get job, not because of their
lack of knowledge, but paucity of Employability Skills. Soft Skills are the part and
parcel of employability skills. Nowadays, enhancing the employability skills with the
help of e-learning is not only an absolute possibility but also a definite necessity.
Almost every student accesses his/her study materials at the touch of the screen (smart
phone). An analysis was done with the help of 500 students of a private engineering
college on the importance of e-learning to develop their employability skills. This paper
describes the ways and means of enhancing the employability skills such as Job skills,
Aptitude skills, Soft skills and Technical skills (JAST) through e-learning, which in turn
increases the opportunity of getting employed or become the most sought after in the
job market.
FACE TO FACE AND ONLINE MOBILE LEARNING SYSTEM J.M. GNANASEKAR, D. MIEYAPPAN, Rajesh M
Abstract:
The fast developments of information and communication technology (ICT)
today not only have an impact on the world of industry, but also in the world of
education. In the world of education, the usage of ICT is expected to improve the
performance, especially the performances of students with regard to their academic
matters. This study aims, first to provide empirical evidence that mobile learning will
improve student performance not only in technical skills but also in personal skills.
Second to prove and test the effectiveness of mobile learning as opposed to face-to-face
learning in improving the competence of students. Method of learning with mobile
technology is expected to support the learning process of the present method so as to
improve the competence of students in terms of technical competency skills, personal
skills, business knowledge and extensive expertise. Face-to-face lectures lack
persistence and when students fail to understand. In case of lectures during the off faceto-
face sessions, there is no opportunity to playback the lecture. Recording lectures with
Opencast Matterhorn and making these available to these students as a supplementary
resource to the face-to-face lecture has potential to alleviate this problem. Accessing the
Video or Audio of opencast recorded lectures (ORL) on students’ mobile devices
anywhere and at any time after face-to-face lecture could enhance student understanding
of lectures and improve learning. This paper describes the architecture and design of
Mobile learning through face to face online.
FACULTY TRANSITIONS TO ONLINE INSTRUCTION: A QUALITATIVE CASE STUDY Charlotte E. Cochran, Lorraine T. Benuto
Abstract:
The introduction of technological tools has created a paradigm shift in the
field of education. As such, online learning has become a popular method for students
to access educational courses. Due to the increased demand by learners for online
classes, administrators at American institutions of higher learning are faced with the
challenge of moving faculty members to an online environment. However, transitioning
to an online environment requires a role change for faculty members. Specifically,
faculty members must shift their instructional methods from on-ground lecturer to
online mentor, which can be challenging. Indeed, many faculty members transition to
online instruction without the necessary training, support, or skills needed to be
successful. The purpose of this qualitative, multiple case study was to develop a better
understanding of how higher education faculty members transition from a face-to-face
(i.e., on-ground) teaching format to an online teaching format. Participants included
nine faculty members, representing different colleges and universities, who teach at
post-secondary institutions within the United States. Participants had taught face-toface
classes for one year or more, and had taught at least three classes using an online
format. An in-depth, open-ended, semi-structured interview format was used to gather
data. The data provided by the participating faculty members were collected, coded
using a line-by-line format, and the codes were compared to one another with the goal
of finding a pattern. The development of conceptual categories and data analysis
continued until saturation was achieved. Based on the data analysis, transforming was
the conceptual theme for how higher education faculty members transition from a faceto-
face (i.e., on-ground) teaching format to an online teaching format.
Faculty Transitions to Online Instruction: A Qualitative Case Study
MEDIA-ASSISTED UNDERGRADUATE TEACHING – PANEL EVIDENCE ON LEARNING OUTCOMES Stephan H. Schmucker
Abstract:
Electronic learning media experience ever wider use in tertiary education as a
supplement to traditional lectures, and they come in an increasing number of formats.
However, we lack conclusive evidence as to which format produces the best learning
outcomes, especially if we consider the vast range of possible applications. This study
presents a test of three different formats - audio only, voice-over slides, and slides plus a
video of the lecturer - employed in a ‘inverted classroom’ undergraduate teaching
context. The results suggest that the learning effects of the video format may not
warrant the additional effort required for its production, leaving voice-over slides as the
preferred medium of instruction. Perhaps more importantly though, the paper provides a
detailed account of the experimental set-up - which is one that many lecturers will easily
be able to replicate in order to ascertain which media format is most suitable in the
teaching context at hand.
MOODLE’S EFFECTIVENESS IN A DEVELOPING COUNTRY Faiz MMT Marikar, Kasun Alwis, SN Satharasinghe, DAP Wickramasinghe, KKGGS Kariyawasam
Abstract:
This study examines the important of MOODLE platform and its effect in
teaching at Defence University in Sri Lanka. Even after 3 years of usage of MOODLE
there are some practical issues on usage of it. Therefore this study examines students’
and teachers impact on MOODLE for learning and teaching process. In a developing
country the importance of underlying information technology principles that are critical
for an in-depth learning by MOODLE platform. A structured multiple choice
questionnaire was distributed among students’ and lectures that were enrolled and
employed at the General Sir John Kotelawela Defence University, Sri Lanka. A total of
100 students and 30 lectures participated in this study and completed written and online
questionnaire related to MOODLE. The outcome of this study shows that there is a
strong positive response on MOODLE learning among students and they believe lack of
support from the technical support to improve the current situation. Lecturer’s
perspective was entirely different they believe mixture of traditional method or blend
will improve the quality of learning than MOODLE. Therefore there were somewhat
50% or more lectures avoid using the new technology due to this reason. Both parties
believe that MOODLE can be improved. Although the outcome is preliminary in nature,
the results provide cause for concern over the status of e-board education in Sri Lanka
which is not satisfactory.
ONLINE TRAINING PROJECT FOR THE PREVENTION OF SEXUAL HARASSMENT AT UNIVERSITIES Arzu Ä°nan. Nihan UÄŸur. Seda Balvan
Abstract:
“Sexual Harassment” is an act, which violates individual autonomy based on
personal choices of life, right of development and protection of personality, and human
dignity that aims to protect human values. This type of act, which emerges in various
forms, is defined as a kind of violence. Koç University is against sexual harassment, in
all areas of teaching, research, and administration.
Consequently, being aware of our societal roles and responsibilities as Koc University,
we are aiming to guide our society by carrying out a project on Sexual Harassment,
which is a matter with many aspects such as social and psychological. Sexual
Harassment incidents, which we are following up with sadness on the media, is an
important social issue not only in Turkey but also around the world. As we consider
preventing Sexual Harassment incidents a mission for us, we aim to contribute to the
achievement of Gender Equality in Society with this project.
With the online training project for the Prevention of Sexual Harassment, and by
focusing on the problems of our society, creating solutions, and sharing solution
suggestions in various platforms, we have pioneered the embracing of this awareness
both within our university and with other institutions.
OPEN EDUCATION IN INTERNET DICTIONARIES AS A COMBINATION OF TECHNOLOGY, SOCIETY AND CULTURE Mediha Sağlık Terlemez
Abstract:
Anadolu University Open Education System has existed to date as a steadily
developing/growing system in views of both the number of programmes and
instructional content and materials since it was founded in 1982. Various attitudes
(positive or negative) towards the system have been adopted by the students and
graduates in the meantime. Reviews of these attitudes and studies on their reasons are
fairly rare.
With the proliferation of social media, hypertexts, developed with the voluntary
participation of users, have acquired the characteristics of a database of perceptions,
comments and attitudes representing different sections of society as well as their
numerous functions.
EkÅŸi Sözlükii, founded in1999 as a format peculiar to Turkey and a collaborative
structure providing an environment of free expression and broad participation, has
ranked among the most used social media tools thanks to broad participation and access.
It is observed that Open Education System has been subject of discussion under various
and numerous topics and posts from its foundation to date. Thus, 16 years’ experience is
the point in question in this issue. This study is a content analysis conducted considering
the feedbacks on the system, having departed from the idea that this experience may
make it possible to draw inferences about the attitude towards the system of the
community it represents. The study deals with the posts and topics about Open
Education between 1999 and 2015.
TECHNOLOGY OWNERSHIP AND ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT STATUS OF LEARNERS AT ANADOLU UNIVERSITY OPEN EDUCATION SYSTEM BETWEEN 2011 AND 2014 Sinan Aydın, Aylin Öztürk
Abstract:
The aim of this study is to analyze the technology ownership of learners who
were enrolled in Anadolu University Open Education System between 2011 and 2014,
to assess its current state, to investigate the changes in this four-year-period, and to
explore whether there is a link between learners’ technology ownership and academic
achievement. The data set was obtained by combining the questionnaire data, which
included technology ownership and internet access opportunities for learners who were
enrolled between 2011 and 2014, with their academic achievement information was
analyzed. The changes and trends in technological device ownership during these four
years, and the relationship between technological device ownership and academic
achievement were interpreted. In addition, learners’ computer usage levels, internet
access possibilities, usage purposes and reception of television broadcast were
investigated. 722,399 questionnaire data were analyzed to determine technology
ownership and 438,363 questionnaires were analyzed to determine whether there is a
difference between technology ownership and academic achievement. As a result of
these analyses, it was determined that there was an increase in mobile phone and tablet
computer ownership, while there was a decline in MP3/MP4 players, VCD/DVD
players, phone and television ownership. As a result of independent two sample t-tests
that were conducted at a 95% significance level, it has been found that there was a
difference in academic achievement between the learners who have and do not have
computers, handheld computers, and tablet computers.
TOWARDS INCREDIBLE EVALUATION OF E-LEARNING SYSTEM FOR EDUCATIONAL SECTOR: A STATISTICAL REPORT D. THILAGAVATHY
Abstract:
E-Learning was introduced in 19th century. It has grown tremendously
and many new techniques are introduced to make E-Learning successful. In late
20th century, industries started to use E-Learning to train their employees. The
material in E-Learning is updated according to the trends of the peoples. The ELearning
focus on not only on the theoretical data but also focus on the practical
knowledge of the content. Thus this is impressive for many people so, they
prefer E-Learning. Now-a-days, E-Learning plays an important role in the
educational sector. The investigation is done to know why E-Learning is
impressive to the students and whether the implementation gives the good result
in the Student Education, we reviewed 102 experimental papers and survey
papers published during the period of 2010-2014. We summarized our
observations and identified the common pitfalls among surveyed works.
