eLearning XHTML editor (eXe) project

The eLearning XHTML editor (eXe) project is developing a web-based authoring environment designed to assist teachers and academics in the design, development and publishing of web-based learning and teaching materials without the need to become proficient in HTML, XML or complicated web-publishing applications. It is an open source software project funded by the Tertiary Education Commission of New Zealand and will be freely available for anyone to use.

Young People and Social Networking Services

This project is designed to investigate how social networking services can and are being used to support personalised formal and informal learning by young people in schools and colleges.

Zotero: the best open-source app you’ve never heard of?

Zotero [zoh-TAIR-oh] is a free, easy-to-use Firefox extension to help you collect, manage, and cite your research sources. It lives right where you do your work — in the web browser itself. Check it out!

Translating Constructivism into Instructional Design: Potential and Limitations

Instructional designers are expected to be familiar with the epistemological underpinnings of several theories and their consequences on the process of instruction. Constructivism is the dominant theory of the last decade and supports construction of knowledge by the individual. This paper discusses the basic principles underlying constructivism, particularly active, collaborative and authentic learning.

The Benefits of Interactive Online Characters

They are out there and are pricey, but according to Stanford University, their research about interactive characters suggests substantial opportunities for them to enhance online experiences. Automated characters take advantage of social responses that are natural reactions to interactive media. They can be perceived as realistic and well- liked social partners in conversations that simulate real-world interactions. Read more on this study, click on this Title....

Multi-User Virtual Environments for Education and Training?

This is a Critical Review of Second Life by Zane L. Berge. Certainly there is a good deal of potential for education and training to occur in multiuser virtual environments (MUVEs), if designed properly, especially when the goals involve role playing, simulation, and peer interaction, but...read on...