International Journal on E-Learning
April 2008
Editors
Gary H. Marks
Table of Contents
Number of papers: 9
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Computer Game Theories for Designing Motivating Educational Software: A Survey Study
Chee Siang Ang, City University London, United Kingdom; G.S.V Radha Krishna Rao, Multimedia University, Malaysia
The purpose of this study is to evaluate computer game theories for educational software. We propose a framework for designing engaging educational games based on contemporary game studies which... More
pp. 181-199
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ICT in Psychology Teaching: Formative Evaluations
Weiqin Chen, Rolf Reber, Anne Margrethe Stokke-Olsen & Birgitte Gudem, University of Bergen
This article presents design, development, and evaluation of POSbase in Psychology teaching. POSbase is a highly flexible system that encourages constructive and self-regulated learning. It also... More
pp. 201-218
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Towards an Object-Oriented Model for the Design and Development of Learning Objects
Chrysostomos Chrysostomou & George Papadopoulos, Department of Computer Science - University of Cyprus, Cyprus
This work introduces the concept of an Object-Oriented Learning Object (OOLO) that is developed in a manner similar to the one that software objects are developed through Object-Oriented Software... More
pp. 219-243
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The Effective Use of Synchronous Classes Within an Online Graduate Program: Building Upon an Interdependent System
Janet Groen, Janet Tworek & Maria Soos-Gonczol, University of Calgary, Canada
This article explores the implementation of effective synchronous voice communication sessions within a graduate level university program in education. Through the analysis of data derived from the... More
pp. 245-263
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Differences in Rate of Response to Web-Based Surveys Among College Students
Ananda Mitra, Wake Forest University, United States; Parul Jain-Shukla, The Ohio State University, United States; Adrienne Robbins, Virginia College of Osteopathic Medicine, United States; Heather Champion, Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center, United States; Robert Durant, Wake Forest University, United States
This article provides a broad overview of the definition of web-based surveys examining some of the benefits and burdens related to using the Web for data collection. It draws upon the experience... More
pp. 265-281
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Technology Enhanced Distributive Formative Evaluation
David Moore, Ohio University, United States
Quality assurance in instructional development demands an exhaustive formative evaluation effort and applied testing. Unfortunately, this process is expensive and requires large numbers of user... More
pp. 283-292
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E-Learning Teams and Their Adult Learning Efforts in Corporate Settings: A Cross Analysis of Four Case Studies
Barbara Stewart & Consuelo Waight, University of Houston, United States
Four cases relating to the efforts of e-learning teams in valuing adult learners in their e-learning solutions were examined to better understand how e-learning teams value their adult learners... More
pp. 293-309
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Efficacy of Instructor Feedback on Written Work in an Online Program
Thomas Wolsey, Walden University, United States
The author details a study of the feedback provided in four online courses and how adult students perceived and made use of that feedback. The relation of feedback to formative assessment is... More
pp. 311-329
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Accelerating the Use of Weblogs as an Alternative Method to Deliver Case-Based Learning
Charlie Chen, Appalachian State University, United States; Jiinpo Wu, Tamkang University, Taiwan; Samuel Yang, California State University Fullerton, United States
Weblog technology is an alternative medium to deliver the case-based method of learning business concepts. The social nature of this technology can potentially promote active learning and enhance... More
pp. 331-349
