...Explain how technology has changed the learning environment. New technology such as E-learning has the use of Internet technologies to enhance knowledge and performance. E-learning technologies have provided learners with the capability to have control over contents, learning sequences, pace of learning, and media database at their fingertips which saves time. It also allows them to tailor their experiences to meet their personal learning objectives. Noe’s thoughts on new technology depicted on p.358 that new technology training methods are superior to traditional methods in one way because they allow trainers to participate in courses at any time or places (Noe, p. 358). I once read a case study which depicted an insurance company who was looking for new ways to cut cost while simultaneously maintaining their competitive edge in the insurance marketing industry. In this scenario, the company was a giant amongst its competitors, and all their employees were grandfathered in as there were practically relatives or good friends of the CEO. When the CEO died, he left the company to his son. After the first year of running the company, his son realize that he could expand the company, increase sales, make a profit, and cut expenses at the same time by using new technology such as multimedia, and E-Services. This was a great idea; very innovative marketing strategy; however, it also meant lay-offs and unemployment for most employees. His concepts for change were based on the...
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...國 立 聯 合 大 學 資訊與社會研究所 碩 士 論 文 以整合性科技接受模式探究 哈客網路學院數位學習之研究 The Study of Using UTAUT to Explore the Hakka E-learning Systems 研 究 生：歐淑芬 撰 指導教授：晁瑞明 教授 中華民國九十九年一月 本論文獲行政院客家委員會 99年度客家研究優良博碩士論文獎助 ii 行政院客家委員會獎助客家研究優良博碩士論文精要 一、論文名稱：以整合性科技接受模式探究哈客網路學院數位學習 之研究 二、作者：歐淑芬 三、獎助年度：99年度 四、獎助金額：新台幣伍萬元整 五、研究過程(含研究方法、研究對象、研究工具等) 本研究以 Venkatesh (2003)所發展出的整合型科技接受模式 (Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology, UTAUT) 中結合神迷經驗(Flow Experience)的構面，來探討哈客網路學院 數位學習的使用作成效；依據文獻蒐集與分析，本研究所謂「科技 的接受度」係指「使用意願」(BI)和「使用行為」(Usage)的強度。 「外部變數」由 UTAUT 中的四個主要構面導入神迷經驗所組成，調 節變數方面以性別(Gender)、年齡(Age)，來觀察採用因素對使用 意願的差異。 本研究分為二部分，第一部份說明績效期望、努力期望、社會 影響、促成因素與神迷經驗五個構面與數位學習的使用意圖；第二 部分說明性別與年齡兩個調節變數對哈客網路學院的採用因素之 關係。 i 神迷經驗 Flow Expectancy 使用哈客網路學院意願 績效期望 Performance Expectancy 實際使用哈客 網路學院的行為 努力期望 Effort Expectancy 社會影響 Social Influence 調節變數 moderators 促成因素 Facilitating Conditions 性別 年齡 本研究架構圖 本研究將研究對象鎖定為已具有「哈客網路學院」使用經驗者 為研究對象，透過與哈客網路學院相關的討論區、電子佈告欄進行 問卷訊息的發送，以此接觸目標對象，進行網路問卷填寫蒐集，做 為後續統計分析之資料。本研究問卷分為兩部份：第一部份人口變 項資料問卷，主要了解受試者個人資料、調節變項及哈客網路學院 數位學習的使用行為。第二部分，影響使用者採用哈客網路學院數 位學習因素之衡量，構面量表的計分方式皆採 Likert 五點量表， 從非常不同意到非常同意採雙極計分，等距尺度量測。 六、主要研究發現 影響使用者採用哈客網路學院數位學習的行為意願及使用行 為藉由文獻探討得知，可概分為績效期望、努力期望、社會影響、 促成條件、神迷經驗等五大部份，其中績效期望包括：知覺有用、 工作相關、預期成效等三項；努力期望包括：知覺易用、複雜性、 操作簡單等三項；社會影響包括：社會因素、主觀規範、公眾形象 等三項；促成條件包括：支援系統及自我認知等二項；神迷經驗包 括：專注、愉悅、好奇三項等；而行為意願與促成條件影響使用行 為。 本研究結果藉由研究假說逐一說明如下： 績效期望因素會影響使用者對哈客網路學院數位學習的使用 意願，獲得支持：哈客網路學院數位學習的績效期望會直接影響使 用者採用意願，此即表示使用者認為哈客網路學院可以協助其更有 效率的在網路上數位學習，並能獲得有用的知識，以提升自己工作 ...
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...Vol 6. No. 2, June 2013 African Journal of Computing & ICT © 2013 Afr J Comp & ICT – All Rights Reserved - ISSN 2006-1781 www.ajocict.net Design and Implementation of Real-Time Crime Information System for National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Nigeria C.H. Ugwuishiwu & K.C. Ugwu Department of Computer Science University of Nigeria Nsukka, Nigeria Chilkodili.ugwuishiwu@unn.edu.ng H.C. Inyiamah Department of Computer Engineering Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, Nigeria drhcinyiama@gmail ABSTRACT The problems of narcotic drugs in Nigeria as manifested in the cultivation, trafficking and abuse of drug is of increasing concern to the government, social researchers, and other stakeholders. The impact of illicit drugs continues to threaten the economies and social structures of both producing and consuming countries. This paper presents an implementation framework for a reliable, efficient and mobile real- time crime information system (CIS) that will help to maintain instant flow of information between the general public and NDLEA. This application solved this problem through a just-in-time flow of crime information from an informant who could be an individual, corporate body or any other government agency to the NDLEA office for a necessary action. This kind of information if handled properly will lead to illicit drug supply suppression hence reduce its availability as well as other substances of abuse. It will also help in drug demand reduction which result in a decline...
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...E-Learning Project Management and Documentation Guidelines The work described in this document has been undertaken by the Human Factors Integration Defence Technology Centre, part funded by the Human Capability Domain of the U.K. Ministry of Defence Scientific Research Programme. © Human Factors Integration Defence Technology Centre 2006. The authors of this report have asserted their moral rights under the Copyright, Designs and Patents act, 1988, to be identified as the authors of this work. Reference .............................................. HFIDTC/WP2.1.5/1 Version.................................................................................2 Date................................................................. 30 April 2006 ©Human Factors Integration Defence Technology Centre 2006 HFIDTC/WP2.1.5/1 Version 2/ 30 April 2006 Authors J. Pike J. Huddlestone Cranfield University Cranfield University ii HFIDTC/WP2.1.5/1 Version 2/ 30 April 2006 Contents 1 2 2.1 Introduction ................................................................................................ 1 The e-learning development lifecycle ......................................................... 2 Instructional design perspective.......................................................................................... 2 2.1.1 Key Stages................................................................................................................ 3 2.1.2 Design and Development...
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...them. Our Solution In a matter of days, we developed a prototype for McDonald’s using Articulate. The result convinced them that this tool fully met their requirements – it was a rapid solution that delivered engaging learning, and helped us meet their strict branding requirements. A joint effort The project was very much a collaborative venture. We used the content and scripts developed by the McDonald’s team to create a quality final product. And because Articulate is so easy to work with, staff can develop skills quickly to be able to maintain and update the content – once we’d built the basics, McDonald’s could use it for years to come. Becoming part of the McDonald’s team – we’re happy to serve... As McDonald’s internal elearning capability has grown, further modules have been designed and developed; some by McDonald’s on their own, and some in partnership with City & Guilds Kineo. Working this way gives their team the flexibility they need, calling on us for additional capacity, or specific technical developments need that can’t be addressed in-house. By providing an extension to the McDonald’s in-house team, City & Guilds Kineo provides an invaluable...
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...Creative Education 2012. Vol.3, Supplement, 61-66 Published Online December 2012 in SciRes (http://www.SciRP.org/journal/ce) DOI:10.4236/ce.2012.38b014 Critical Success Factors for Online Distance Learning in Higher Education: A Review of the Literature Bussakorn Cheawjindakarn1, Praweenya Suwannatthachote2, Anuchai Theeraroungchaisri3 1 Faculty of Education, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand Email: bussakornonline@gmail.com, praweenya@gmail.com, anuchai@gmail.com 2 Received 2012 The aim of this paper is to specify the Critical Success Factors (CSFs) for Online Distance Learning (ODL) in Higher Education (HE). Research methodology was analyzing and synthesizing the literature review. The literatures were reviewed to determine items relevant to online learning success as implementation, criteria and indicator. A total of 19 papers, published during 2000-2012, were selected from Chulalongkorn University reference databases. Data analysis method was using one of the popular analysis techniques for qualitative research works or the content analysis. The results on the CSFs for ODL can be grouped into 5 factors: 1) institutional management, 2) learning environment, 3) instructional design, 4) services support and 5) course evaluation. Each of these 5 factors includes several important elements that can assist to enhance efficiency of online learning courses in higher education institutions...
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...VINES Laboratory and eLearning on Retention of Learning Among Level II Student Nurses A Thesis presented to the Faculty of Institute of Nursing Far Eastern University By: BSN 118 Group 71 Balanay, Shara Jane; Lewis, Samantha; Lisay, Kathreen; Martinez, Nikka; Obar, Zharmaine; Patiño, Mary Caryl; Quigao, Abigael; Reyes, Laurice; Silang, Johnas; Taylor, Ivanna Jane; Uy, Ashley Chloè In Partial Fulfillment of the Requirement for The course in Nursing Research Far Eastern University September 2010 Abstract The study seeks to determine the difference in the learning retention rate of students exposed to either eLearning or VINES laboratory instruction. 88 students from Level II Institute of Nursing of the Far Eastern University were purposively selected for the experiment, specifically those without prior experience with the modules. Subjects were notified of the purposes of the research through an informed consent. The respondents, categorized randomly as either Group A or B and were given the same lessons thru eLearning or a simulated-hospital setting using VINES respectively. Mean scores gathered from the two groups were computed, with the difference evaluated using independent t-test. Significant difference was noted between the mean scores of students under Group A and B suggestive that VINES provides students greater advantage in learning retention than eLearning. Given the results, the researchers recommended the use of...
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...just-in-case training designed to facilitate performance improvement and creativity. When compared with time-consuming traditional training methods, elearning can offer immediate results and this has led many to implement it with haste. However, while proficient human resource management and financial planning can lead to the establishment of an elearning solution, failure to take further steps necessary to affect cultural change within the organization may, in the long term, seriously jeopardize the prospect of making such a strategy sustainable. This paper explores examples of best practice in managing the factors necessary for elearning sustainability, namely: detailed planning, creation of a sound business case, involvement of champions, harnessing of technology, transitioning, a blended solution, and sustained evaluation.IntroductionBerge and Kearsley (2003) state that in many cases, “even after distance training has been successfully implemented, sustaining it remains a struggle” (p.6). This need not be the case. The impact of elearning can be immediate (David, 2006). It can offer significant cost-savings. However, the move to elearning must be more than convincing executives to fund a pilot; more than succeeding in the short term, or boasting about initial financial rewards. Given that the organization has a goal of integrating elearning into their performance improvement arsenal, best practice exists to bring about long term success through a change in culture from training to...
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...Course Outline Programme: International Masters of Business Administration Cohort: 57 Academic Year/Trimester: 2015/2016 Trimester II Course Code and Course Name: INBA 6370 - FINANCIAL STATEMENT ANALYSIS FOR GLOBAL FIRMS Course Type: Core Level: Year 1 Lecturer: Mr. Andre Taitt Lecturer’s e-mail: andre.taitt@fac.gsb.tt Lecturer’s phone #: 1-868-685-5631 Learning Assurance Officer: Alana Ifill Prerequisite/co-requisite course (s): Introduction to Financial Accounting Workshop Involvement of other institutions for delivery: None 1 1.0 Vision and Mission of the Lok Jack GSB Our purpose is to contribute to the development of the human and institutional capacity required to transform the business landscape and shape our own destiny. Through our comprehensive and integrated programmes and consultancy services, we provide a framework for developing new pathways for achieving sustainable growth and competitiveness The mission of the School is to improve the international competitiveness of people and organisations in the Caribbean through business education, training, consulting and research. 2.0 Quality Statement In today’s organization the non financial manager can no longer avoid financial information. Profit statements, operating budgets, and project analyses are constant part of a manager’s day. The concept of the finance and non financial manager has now become very blurred. The modern manager must have the ability to utilize the appropriate...
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...afforded through eLearning to target a specific type of learner who does not fit the traditional model of a university student (9). As the leading model of distance learning institution, the OU is well accustomed to educating remote learners and has, through its commercial subsidiary Corous, begun offering “computer based interactive learning and training systems”(25) to organisations looking to train and equip their employees with a number of new skills(25) Despite Professor Lilliard’s assessment, eLearning now plays an integral part in the Open University’s strategy (4) and it is pivotal in their attempts to lure the corporate clients. As far as an individual is concerned, eLearning presents the learner with the opportunity to engage in study without the need to be physically present at his/her institution and as such, is liberated from the need to attend preordained sessions or lectures (23). This emancipation of the learning process means that education is immediately made accessible to those who would otherwise find a fixed time table prohibitive or would otherwise be unable to attend the institution of their choice (26). 6. Limitations and shortcomings of eLearning According to Macpherson, the overwhelming majority of information concerning eLearning gravitates towards its advantages (27), however the author’s experience would suggest otherwise and it has been possible to gather a considerable amount of information relating to the negative aspects of eLearning. As such,...
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...What is eLearning? The teaching and learning methodology is a four-step progressive / recursive design adapted from experiential education theory. Using this methodology, material covered during this training will be systematically presented (Step A), practiced (Step B), assessed (Step C) and reviewed (Step D). Starting at the top of the circle to the right, Step A represents the introduction to new materials such as theory and skills. Progressing to Step B, participants will practice the application of the newly presented materials. Once applied, participants will assess their work in Step C, which will lead to a reflection or review of lessons learned in Step D that will inform and influence the next progressive iteration the learning cycle, beginning with Step A. A full progression of this methodology will be attempted each day of the training event. For example, the first day of this training will focus on the fundamentals of eLearning, where materials will be presented during the initial part of the day (Step A) and learning activities centered on the application of these materials will be conducted during the latter part (Step B). Concluding the day, participants will be asked to assess their understanding of the fundamentals of eLearning (Step C) and to identify questions and unresolved related issues for the next day’s session (Step D). The second day will build on the materials introduced and practiced during the first and will be guided by the participants’ assessment...
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...Ambient Insight's Q1-Q3 2015 International Learning Technology Investment Patterns Table Of Contents Tables.................................................................................................. 3 Figures ................................................................................................ 3 The Global Learning Technology Investment Patterns ........................ 4 Scope of this Whitepaper: What We Don't Track and What We Do Track ..... 5 What We Do Not Track .......................................................................................... 5 What We Do Track ................................................................................................ 6 New Interest in Location-based Learning: Mapping Companies Attract Unprecedented Funding........ 7 Cognitive Learning in the Spotlight: Spike in Investments in Behavior Modification Companies ........ 9 Sources of Investment Activity Information .............................................. 11 Investment Patterns in Context: The Longitudinal Perspective ......... 11 Blowing Past the $3 Billion Threshold ....................................................... 12 The China-India-Brazil Juggernaut ............................................................ 12 Opening the Floodgates: Unprecedented Deal Flows in 2015 ............ 13 Funding Amounts Over $50 million in First Three Quarters of 2015 .. 16 Retail Education: Consumer-facing Companies Still Attracting Investments...
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...could normally be wasted. Whilst you used to be confined to the classroom, the whole world can now be your classroom. Third, It has a Lower cost. As just mentioned, E-Learning can be done wherever you have a device capable of doing so. Therefore again you can fit it in to your schedule, but also save money on the costs of travel.Forth, Tailor it to you. E-Learning courses aren’t confined to be fixed to try and suit the needs of the majority. If you feel you already know a particular area well and don’t need to spend an hour on it again, then you can skim over it and concentrate that time on something you feel you need to work more at. Everyone is able to learn at their own pace – a massive factor that only eLearning can provide for. Fifth, Technological Possibilities – ELearning is fast becoming a more and more popular method and with it, so has the investment into how to improve it further. The computer based nature of training means new technology is being introduced all the time...
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...Online Vs. Traditional Education | James JohnsonCOM/155December 15, 2013 | Online Vs. Traditional Education Thesis statement Is online education equal to traditional education? Research shows that online learning is equal or better than traditional classroom experience. There has been a strong debate about online education and traditional on campus education, this essay will point out the facts about both online and traditional, on campus, teaching’s. Traditional Education A. The traditional education system relies on a style of learning intended to allow students to gain individual meaning and learning to the subject matter. Traditional education focuses on individual student’s needs and self-expression. Traditional education has a more hands-on approach that utilizes both the teacher’s intellectual values and skills as well as the students. B. Traditional schools have a more one-on-one intercourse between professor and student. 1. In a traditional school you can interact with students easier than if you were online. Living on campus lets you have a space to call your own. Online Education A. Students are given the opportunity to choose from various schools, programs and courses which are not available in the area where they live in. 1. Offers flexibility to students. Allows a more student-centered teaching approach. B. Getting an online education may help in ensuring that each lesson or material is completely understood before moving...
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...Welcome You've reached the DeVry University eLearning platform, where round-the-clock access is provided to virtual classrooms that support and enhance DeVry University and Keller Graduate School of Management courses. Login to DeVry’s eLearning platform to participate in your online community and tap into a wealth of resources to support your success. Password issues can be resolved by the eCollege Help Desk, available 24/7, via online chat and email at:http://247support.custhelp.com or by calling 877-496-9050 COURSE REGISTRATION/CONFIRMATION. If there is a question about your enrollment, please verify your schedule at the DeVry student portal. If you have recently registered for an online course in an upcoming session, there may be a slight delay of up to 48 hours before your course listing becomes visible in the eLearning platform. DeVry campus courses and some Math courses will not be listed here until one week prior to the start of the session. If you have any further questions or need assistance with registration, please contact your advisor at CAMPUS/CENTER LOCATOR or call 877-496-9050 (prompt 3). Never share your password with anyone. No DeVry employee will ever ask you for your password Welcome You've reached the DeVry University eLearning platform, where round-the-clock access is provided to virtual classrooms that support and enhance DeVry University and Keller Graduate School of Management courses. Login to DeVry’s eLearning platform to participate in your online community...
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