GDM 3043 Pembangunan Pengajaran Berasaskan Web

INTRODUCTION TO WEB-BASED INSTRUCTION (WBI)Dr Surendran Sankaran11DefinitionWeb-based Instruction (WBI) is a hypermedia-based instructional program which utilizes the attributes and resources of the World Wide Web to create a meaningful learning environment where learning is fostered and supported. (Khan, 1997) DefinitionApplication of cognitively oriented instructional strategies within a constructivist and collaborative learning environment, that utilizing the attributes and resources of the World Wide Web.Relan & Gillami, 1997Web-based InstructionTeaching and learning supported by the use of Internet technology, using electronic resources distributed over the Web.

Web-based Instruction(WBI)Web-based Teaching and LearningOnline Training

Online Teaching & LearningOnline InstructionTERMINOLOGIESE-Learning / Online Learning5Terminologies1. Web-based Instruction (WBIAdvantages / Benefits of WBIEconomy

Teaching and Learning

TechnologyEconomySaving the cost:Material production (eg: CBT, live broadcast, web-based learning objects)Transportation (eg: distance learning, virtual education)

TechnologyA complete package of instructional technology delivery MediumWeb + Multimedia + StreamingContent providersLearning objects and materialsEasy updating

Teaching and LearningFace-to-face vs independent learningObjectivist vs constructivistOn-site vs off-siteSupport traditional and face-to-face teaching and learningMotivationExcitementEnjoyable

Benefits of WBIThe potential benefit from for formulating evaluation methodologies for the Web (for instructional materials) depends on whether or not the Web will become a permanent medium or a passing fad? In fact, the Web will likely soon become the most popular medium for the delivery of distance education type materials.(Nichols, 1995)WBI Characteristics Anytime, anywhere (24 X 7)Student-centeredE-moderationInteractivity (System, Peer and Instructor)Contents Updating and Distributions

Elements of WBICourse OutlineOverview of the course structureProvide hyperlinks to course pagesSimple HTML pages containing material relevant to that part of course.Course MaterialsPages of more structured course contentsNotes, concepts mapping, reading materialsTexts, simple graphics, audio.Elements of WBI (Cont.)Exercises & AssignmentsAreas for students to do exercises and assignment.To be completed by students as they work through the course materials.Computer automated assessment: True false questions, objectives, fill in the blank.Teacher assessment: Semi-structured, essays.

Elements of WBI (Cont.)E-mailFor mailing purposes, notification of assignment due dates, feedback of assignments.

Notice-board / Announcement PageUseful feature that may appear as soon as a student enter the web site.Eg: Pop-up windows Javascript.

Elements of WBI (Cont.)Multimedia resourcesOne major advantage of WBI multimedia resources can be accessed and stored within the learning environment.Simulations, Virtual Reality, Animatronics, etc.More sophisticated educational materials.

Other Elements of WBIAdvanced elements demand more time, cost and resources.Conferencing ToolsClass List & Student HomepageOnline Assignment & AssessmentFile Upload AreaCalendarSearch ToolsEtcWhy organizations use WBI?To reduce travel expenses.For outreach to other students.To improve training quality.To improve training efficiency or timing.To boost the image of the training organization.