Learning Management System Implementation. Case Study on User Interface Configurations.

Year 2018, Volume: 6 Issue: 2, 164 - 176, 24.12.2018

Okan Yakıt , Rita Ismaılova

Abstract

Using ICT, it is possible to build
an educational process that will not only be independent of time and space, but
also provide quick access to educational materials. In this case, educational
material can be not only in a readable format, but also in the form of video
materials. In the Kyrgyz Republic, the use of distance learning can be helpful
to solve a number of problems. The focus of this study is the usability
problems faced in Learning Management System, as well as to investigate factors
influencing usage of the system. In the frame of the study, we have used
several methods, including survey, the RAM usage analysis and loading time
compression tests. Results suggested that the LMS usage could be widely adopted
in the region. In addition, within the analysis of usage problems, decrease the
loading time in Moodle by organizing the course resources, and hence improving
the loading time and stopping users from abandoning the site was done.

Keywords

Distance education, learning management system, user interface

References

• [1] Conde, M. Á., García-Peñalvo, F. J., Rodríguez-Conde, M. J., Alier, M., Casany, M. J., & Piguillem, J. (2014). An evolving Learning Management System for new educational environments using 2.0 tools. Interactive Learning Environments, 22(2), 188-204.
• [2] Chavan, A., & Pavri, S. (2004). Open-source learning management with moodle. Linux Journal, 2004(128), 2.
• [3] Ismailova R., Muhametjanova G. “Cyber crime risk awareness in Kyrgyz Republic,” Information Security Journal: A Global Perspective 25 (1-3), 32-38, 2016
• [4] Kakasevski, G., Mihajlov, M., Arsenovski, S., & Chungurski, S. “Evaluating usability in learning management system moodle,” In ITI, Vol. 2008, p. 30, 2008, June
• [5] Koole, M., McQuilkin, J. L., & Ally, M. (2010). Mobile learning in distance education: Utility or futility? Journal of Distance Education, 24(2), 59-82
• [6] Matthews, D. “ The origins of distance education and its use in the United States,” T.H.E. Journal, 27(2), 1999
• [7] Moodle, 2011
• [8] Moodle, 2018
• [9] Muhametjanova G., Ismailova R. Students’ Level of Readiness to Use Social Media as Educational Tool in Kyrgyz Republic. Journal of Educational Multimedia and Hypermedia, in press
• [10] Nah, F. F. H. “A study on tolerable waiting time: how long are web users willing to wait?” Behaviour & Information Technology, 23(3), 153-163, 2004
• [11] Natda, K. V. “Responsive web design,” Eduvantage, 1(1), 2013
• [12] Nurakun Kyzy Z., Begimkulov Ch., Ismailova R., Dündar H. “Evaluation of Distance Education Applications in the Kyrgyz Republic Universities,” International Online Journal of Educational Sciences 9 (3), 653-662, 2017
• [13] Nurakun Kyzy Z., Ismailova R., Dündar H.” Learning management system implementation: a case study in the Kyrgyz Republic,” Interactive Learning Environments 26 (8), 1010-1022, 2018
• [14] Pan, G., & Bonk, C. J. “The emergence of open-source software in China,” The International Review of Research in Open and Distributed Learning, 8(1), 2007
• [15] Paulsen, M. F. “Online education systems: Discussion and definition of terms.” NKI Distance Education, 202, 2002
• [16] Ruiz, J. G., Mintzer, M. J., & Leipzig, R. M. (2006). The impact of e-learning in medical education. Academic medicine, 81(3), 207-212.
• [17] Sife, A., Lwoga, E., & Sanga, C. (2007). New technologies for teaching and learning: Challenges for higher learning institutions in developing countries. International journal of education and development using ICT, 3(2).
• [18] Ssemugabi, S. “Usability evaluation of a web-based e-learning application: a study of two evaluation method”, Ph.D. dissertation, Information Systems Dept., Univ. of South Africa, 2009.
• [19] w3school, 2018