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Technological Platforms Supporting E-Learning, By: Julissa Arauz - Coggle…
Technological Platforms Supporting E-Learning
Online Educational Communication Options
One-to-one communication: messaging, email, tutoring
Internal messaging: fast, private, and centralized communication within the platform
Email: formal medium for detailed feedback and sending large documents
Personalized tutoring: virtual sessions for individual attention, motivation, and academic support
Group communication: bulletin boards, shared documents, discussions
Bulletin boards: simultaneous dissemination of information and group motivation
Shared documents: collaborative work, joint editing, and project development
Virtual discussions: structured dialogue spaces for idea exchange and collective knowledge building
Real-time communication: videoconferences and live chat
Videoconferences: audiovisual interaction for classes, debates, and group tutoring
Multimodal features: screen sharing, virtual whiteboards, and live polls
Live chat: quick written communication complementing synchronous sessions
Integrated tools: search engines, evaluation zone, digital library
Internal search engines: quick and filtered access to content and resources
Evaluation zone: centralized exams, assignments, rubrics, and feedback
Digital library: access to books, articles, and databases for autonomous learning
Interoperability and Internet connection
Interoperability: seamless integration of systems and external tools via standards (SCORM, xAPI, LTI)
Internet connection: essential for access, interaction, and online resources
Challenges: data security, privacy, and access gaps requiring inclusive strategies
Criteria for Selecting Technological Platforms
Usability and user-centered design
Ease of use minimizing cognitive effort and technical barriers
Intuitive, accessible interfaces adapted to various devices
Inclusion and universal accessibility for diverse profiles and abilities
Minimum functionalities required for e-learning
User management, roles, and clear content organization
Synchronous and asynchronous communication tools
Evaluation mechanisms, feedback, and progress analytics
Content structuring and intuitive navigation
Logical and progressive organization of modules and units
Clear navigation with visible menus and coherent paths
Flexibility for different learning paces and styles
Scalability and flexibility of the virtual environment
Ability to grow in users, courses, and features without quality loss
Adaptation to pedagogical methods and various devices
Personalization and dynamic adjustments based on group needs
Comparative evaluation of platforms (open source and proprietary)
Open source: flexibility, customization, and active communities
Proprietary: technical support, automatic updates, and guarantees
Consideration of costs, usability, integration, and sustainability
User Management and Administrative Control
Access, roles, and permissions administration
Secure access control through authentication and clear policies
Role definition (admins, teachers, students) with specific permissions
Data protection and efficient organization of the educational environment
Generation of monitoring and performance reports
Reports on participation, progress, and academic results
Early detection of difficulties and design of personalized interventions
Feedback for students and institutional analysis for continuous improvement
Support for personalization of the learning experience
Adaptation of content and activities according to individual profiles and paces
Use of analytics and algorithms for personalized paths and resources
Accessibility and personalized settings for greater student autonomy
Associated costs and sustainability of use
Consideration of direct and indirect costs (licenses, maintenance, support)
Planning for ongoing investment and resource optimization
Comprehensive evaluation to ensure quality and long-term viability
Minimum technical requirements and compatibility
Basic hardware, software, and connectivity conditions for proper functioning
Compatibility with various devices, operating systems, and browsers
Security, accessibility, and adaptation to diverse technological contexts
Technical Characteristics and Environment Requirements
Integrated support for communication and content
Synergistic integration of communication tools and educational resources
Dynamic and interactive content: videos, simulations, quizzes, gamification
Unified asynchronous and synchronous communication for smooth interaction
Simple and complex platforms: email vs. web collaboration
Simple platforms: basic use of email for communication and material exchange
Complex platforms: LMS and VLE with multiple integrated tools for management and collaboration
Choice based on pedagogical needs, resources, and program scale
LMS, LCMS, IDLE: characteristics and differences
LMS: comprehensive management of courses, users, assessments, and tracking (e.g., Moodle, Blackboard)
LCMS: focus on creation, storage, and reuse of modular content
IDLE: integrated distributed learning environments for flexible and scalable learning
Installation, configuration, and maintenance of platforms
Installation: own servers or cloud services depending on platform type
Configuration: adjustment of structure, roles, interface, and tools per educational needs
Maintenance: updates, security, backups, and continuous optimization
Analysis of open source platforms
Moodle: robust, modular, highly customizable with a large active community
Claroline: simple, easy to use, suitable for medium complexity projects
ILIAS and ATutor: oriented to professional training and accessibility, with advanced features and inclusive commitment
By: Julissa Arauz