Distributed Internet based Performance Support Environment for Individualized Learning – improved model, software architecture and integration with remote labs

Distributed Internet-Based Performance Support Environment for Individualized Learning (DIPSEIL, http://env.dipseil.net/v3 )software model and software architecture. This paper describes the model, software architecture and integration with remote labs for building distributed information learning environment from several servers spread all over Europe with educational content, based on performance support systems concept with educational elements. Many of the problems with the design of geographically distributed information systems are not fully solved so the investigation of this field is a question of very present interest. A specially designed distributed conceptual model based on IEEE LTSA P1484.1 specification is presented. Based on conceptual model were developed functional model, IPSS_EE Learning Objects Model, Adaptive System Model, Sequencing and Navigation Model and Learner Activity Flowchart model. The paper also describes the use of remote laboratories in electronics engineering education and their integration with DIPSEIL learning environment.