A Framework for Collaborative Networked Learning in Higher Education: Design & Analysis.

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Title: A Framework for Collaborative Networked Learning in Higher Education: Design & Analysis.
Authors: Issa, Ghassan F.1, El-Ghalayini, Haya A.1, Shubita, Ahmad F.1, Abu-Arqoub, Mohammed H.1
Source: International Journal of Emerging Technologies in Learning. 2014, Vol. 9 Issue 4, p32-37. 6p. 5 Diagrams, 1 Chart.
Subject Terms: *Higher education, *Collaborative learning, *Universities & colleges, *Educational innovations, *Educational quality, Systems design
Geographic Terms: Jordan
Abstract: This paper presents a comprehensive framework for building collaborative learning networks within higher educational institutions. This framework focuses on systems design and implementation issues in addition to a complete set of evaluation, and analysis tools. The objective of this project is to improve the standards of higher education in Jordan through the implementation of transparent, collaborative, innovative, and modern quality educational programs. The framework highlights the major steps required to plan, design, and implement collaborative learning systems. Several issues are discussed such as unification of courses and program of studies, using appropriate learning management system, software design development using Agile methodology, infrastructure design, access issues, proprietary data storage, and social network analysis (SNA) techniques. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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Abstract:This paper presents a comprehensive framework for building collaborative learning networks within higher educational institutions. This framework focuses on systems design and implementation issues in addition to a complete set of evaluation, and analysis tools. The objective of this project is to improve the standards of higher education in Jordan through the implementation of transparent, collaborative, innovative, and modern quality educational programs. The framework highlights the major steps required to plan, design, and implement collaborative learning systems. Several issues are discussed such as unification of courses and program of studies, using appropriate learning management system, software design development using Agile methodology, infrastructure design, access issues, proprietary data storage, and social network analysis (SNA) techniques. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
ISSN:18630383
DOI:10.3991/ijet.v9i8.3903