MC4003 E – Learning Syllabus:
MC4003 E – Learning Syllabus – Anna University PG Syllabus Regulation 2021
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
To learn the various E-learning approaches and Components.
To explore Design thinking.
To understand the types of design models of E-learning.
To learn about E-learning Authoring tools.
To know about evaluation and management of E-learning solutions
UNIT I INTRODUCTION
Need for E-Learning – Approaches of E-Learning – Components of E-Learning –synchronous and Asynchronous Modes of Learning – Quality of E-Learning – Blended Learning: Activities, Team and Technology – Work Flow to Produce and Deliver E-Learning Content – Design Thinking: Introduction – Actionable Strategy – Act to Learn – Leading Teams to Win
UNIT II DESIGNING E-LEARNING COURSE CONTENT
Design Models of E-Learning – Identifying and Organizing E-Learning Course Content: Needs Analysis – Analyzing the Target Audience – Identifying Course Content – Defining Learning Objectives – Defining the Course Sequence – Defining Instructional Methods – Defining Evaluation and Delivery Strategies – Case Study
UNIT III CREATING INTERACTIVE CONTENT
Preparing Content: Tips for Content Development and Language Style – Creating Storyboards: Structure of an Interactive E-Lesson – Techniques for Presenting Content – Adding Examples – Integrating Multimedia Elements – Adding Examples – Developing Practice and Assessment Tests–Adding Additional Resources – Courseware Development Authoring Tools – Types of Authoring Tools – Selecting an Authoring Tool.
UNIT IV LEARNING PLATFORMS
Types of Learning Platforms – Proprietary Vs. Open – Source LMS – LMS Vs LCMS – Internally Handled and Hosted LMS – LMS Solutions – Functional Areas of LMS.
UNIT V COURSE DELIVERY AND EVALUATION
Components of an Instructor-Led or Facilitated Course – Planning and Documenting Activities – Facilitating Learners Activities – E-Learning Methods and Delivery Formats – Using Communication Tools for E-Learning – Course Evaluation
TOTAL:45 PERIODS
SUGGESTED ACTIVITIES:
1. Prepare the E-Learning Components and how will you measure the quality of the contents. Also, analyze synchronous and Asynchronous Modes of Learning, and discuss the advantages and disadvantages of both.
2. Explain how the course instructor design and create effective E-Learning content
3. List the types of authoring tools and discuss which tool is best according to you.
4. Explain about different types of Learning Platforms
5. Discuss about the Evaluation process of E-Learning courses in detail.
COURSE OUTCOMES:
On completion of course, the students will be able to:
CO1: Distinguish the phases of activities in models of E-learning.
CO2: Identify appropriate instructional methods and delivery strategies.
CO3: Choose appropriate E-learning Authoring tools.
CO4: Create interactive E-learning courseware.
CO5: Evaluate the E-learning courseware
REFERENCES
1. Clark, R. C., Mayer, R. E., “E-Learning and the Science of Instruction”. Third Edition, Wiley Publisher, 2016.
2. Crews, T. B., Sheth, S. N., Horne, T. M., “Understanding the Learning Personalities of Successful Online Students”, 1st Edition, Educause Review, 2014.
3. Johnny Schneider, “Understanding Design Thinking, Lean and Agile”, 1st Edition, O’Reilly Media, 2017.
4. Madhuri Dubey, “Effective E–learning Design, Development and Delivery”, 1st Edition, University Press, 2011.
5. Vladimir L. Uskov, Robert J. Howlett, Lakhmi C. Jain, Smart Education and E-Learning, 1st Edition, Springer Singapore, 2019.
6. William Horton,”E-Learning by design”, 2nd Edition, John Wiley & Sons, 2011.