This is where you will find useful descriptions of eLearning related words
Zip file: a compressed file that is reduced in size so that it can be transferred faster between computers or can save on storage space. For example: Zip files are a good way of transferring picture, video or music files as they generally need a lot of storage space.
GUI (Graphical User Interface) A computer interface that uses the computer visuals to make the program easier to use. A well-designed graphical user interfaces can free the user from learning complex command or programming languages. This acronym is sometimes pronounced as ‘Gooey.’ For example: Microsoft Windows or OS Apple systems like Leopard …
Digital Literacy: this is a term for the collective set of skills that enable an individual to work, live and communicate within society today- where communication occurs both online and offline- weaving back and forth between old and new media. For example: A digital literacy skill may include the ability …
Storyboards: these allow developers to outline e-Learning courses before the creation of the resource begins. This helps designers identify what texts, visuals and other elements they want to incorporate as they develop the course. For example: When the eLearning team begin projects with curriculum staff, we build storyboards (sometimes using Powerpoint) to …
Lifelong Learning: is the continual and self-motivated desire for knowledge for either personal or professional reasons. It is said that Lifelong Learning not only enhances social inclusion, active citizenship and personal development, but also puts the learner in a competitive position in the jobs market thus enhancing employability. For example: Continual Professional Development …
Cyberspace: Unlike most computer terms, “cyberspace” does not have a standard, objective definition. Instead, it is used to describe the virtual world of computers. For example– when we send instant messages, emails or send any electronic communication- they are sent through ‘cyberspace.’
Gamification: This is the process of transforming your e-learning content or even hard copy content into an interactive game-based format. If done well, quizzes and games can transform the level of engagement with the learner by delivering the information in a unique way, as no two topics or even …
mLearning: The ever widening acceptability of smartphones and tablet devices for learning is having a profound effect on the way some providers deliver learning. M-learning is all about the use of mobile devices in the classroom. Mlearning or mobile learning can be achieved by using devices in the classroom like …
Whiteboards Interactive whiteboards also known as Smartboards- allow teachers and students to write/draw/annotate or answer quiz questions on the touch screen, so learning becomes interactive and engaging. To find out more about using the Smartboard in your teaching please contact the eLearning team; eLearning@loucoll.ac.uk Or come and visit us in B031.
Forum: A discussion group where people submit postings for all to read and discussion ensues. In blended learning a forum is used in numerous ways, for example: an instructor /moderator can set a topic of discussion and facilitate a person asks the instructor questions a person asks the group questions You …
