Naslov
MIRACLE—Model for Integration of Remote Laboratories in Courses that Use Laboratory and e-Learning Systems

Autori
Cmuk, Drago ; Mutapčić, Tarik ; Bilić, Ivan

Izvornik
IEEE Transactions on Learning Technologies (1939-1382) 2 (2009), 4; 275-288

Vrsta, podvrsta i kategorija rada
Radovi u časopisima, članak, znanstveni

Ključne riječi
remote laboratory ; e-learning ; user oriented design

Sažetak
Emersion of web sites that enable users to easily participate in creation of their content moved individuals on a scale rarely seen before. Web 2.0 transformed passive reader into active user, and millions of users were drawn in community previously reserved for professionals only. Users become able to experiment with data, collaborate with other users and add value to a community of users. Similar revolution is needed in the electrical engineering education. In this field courses offer much theory and generally static, un stimulating content to students. Remote laboratories (RL) could make a difference. Instead of passive collectors of the theory, students could become active builders of their own knowledge. At this point design of such a laboratory becomes important. Without detailed user oriented design RL could have counterproductive effect, causing frustration instead of motivation. Team of researchers used QFD method to translate multidimensional and interdependent user requirements into the RL design model - MIRACLE. Being based on the survey results, instructional design and the good e- learning practice, this model brings satisfaction, raises effectiveness and motivation and makes electrical engineering courses appealing to the students.

Izvorni jezik
Engleski

Znanstvena područja
Elektrotehnika

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