E-Learning Package for Information Communication and Technology in Schools

Abstract

E-learning provides access to learning when you want it, at the time you want it, where ever you want it. For many students this has opened up a new, much more flexible and accessible world of learning.

E-learning is an innovative approach to distance learning in which interactive computer based training facilitating learner with electronic and other related technologies such as web, internet and multimedia technology to provide learning. I am developing E-learning module for Information Communication and Technology (ICT). This course module was implemented by using MOODLE LMS. MOODLE is an open source virtual learning environment that can used to create web-based resources.

SCORM stands for Sharable Object Reference Model. SCORM is a set of specification created by the Advanced Distributed Learning initiative (ADL). SCORM specifies how content can be built and reused across any Learning Management System (LMS).

The objective is to create SCORM compatible course materials for Information Communication and Technology (ICT) syllabus. The syllabus was clearly defined by the Ministry of Education. I and my collegue Jayalath have divided the syllabus among two of us equally. For the time being I have selected 3 main topics namely IT Fundamentals, Mathematics for Computing, Information System and Information Technology. Some contents or material for course can be found by ICT for schools site www.education.lk and rest is found by relevant books and various websites.

Aim of this project is to provide student with basic level to advanced level knowledge of subject General Information Technology in Schools. Each lesson is very user friendly. I have selected ToolBook and Macromedia Flash MX as the tool for this project. Every lesson can be easily manageable because they are created using the Instruction Design methodology.