Thematic Driven Learning

Learning Management Systems or e-Learning systems have been typically deployed to provide a means for the deposition of content which students access in a browse mode. Often a discussion space is provided to facilitate some course relevant communication. In this article we argue that if the e-Learning system can be adapted to match the educational design of particular courses, both students and teachers will benefit. Supporting assignment submission and evaluation is one aspect in need of attention. For a recent presentation of a course at the Technological University Graz, we have devised a new e-Learning paradigm termed Thematic Driven Learning which supports its constructivist course design. The use of WBT-Master to support learning and teaching, including submission and evaluation of assignments, is described and evaluated.