In many cases students in higher education are driven by assessments and achievements rather than the " learn­ ing journey " that can be achieved through full engage­ ment with provided material. Novel approaches are needed to improve engagement in and out of class time, and to achieve a greater depth of learning. Gamification, " the use of game design elements in non­game con­ texts " , has be...

The intention of this paper is to show a reflexive study about knowledge representation through maps in virtual learning environments (VLE). The aim of this research is to investigate how maps can be used to build information networks, contribute to the collective building of knowledge, and facilitate research and pedagogical mediation in VLEs. For this purpose, the specialization post-graduati...

The intention of this paper is to show a reflexive study about knowledge representation through maps in virtual learning environments (VLE). The aim of this research is to investigate how maps can be used to build information networks, contribute to the collective building of knowledge, and facilitate research and pedagogical mediation in VLEs. For this purpose, the specialization post-graduati...

This paper examines the ways in which language is evolving in certain online courses within French higher education. In particular, it addresses usage of computer-mediated communication (CMC) and various linguistic issues associated with discussion and chat groups. WebCT, a commercially available virtual learning environment (VLE) is used as a basis of the study. Previous research (Panckhurst a...

Abstract The way information is organized and designed on virtual learning environments (VLEs) poor (e.g., unclear, unattractive overwhelmingly dense). This study evaluates redesigns a VLE platform to enhance access course material. A three-stage user-centred mixed-methods research approach was used with students taking part as co-creators of education, researchers, designers end-users. Results...

Can widget technologies revolutionize the VLE and challenge the dominant design of elearning? The authors describe an experimental implementation of the Moodle VLE using the W3C Widget specification and Google Wave Gadget API to replace existing core features. This raises four challenges; (1) By replacing most of the functionality of the VLE with simple reusable applications, the core functiona...

The various reforms of the health care system aim at reducing the corresponding costs. So the hospitals must rationalize their costs while guaranteeing a good quality of service. In order to reach this goal, different scenarios of health care unit management have to be envisaged and carefully evaluated before their implementation on the system. Thus, simulation is used more and more frequently ...

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Pre-existing issues regarding the wellbeing and mental health of university students have subsequently been compounded by global COVID-19 pandemic. Research signals that anxiety depression symptomology has increased in students’ following outbreak, declined. In response to concerns around Higher Education (HE), support transition remote working during pandemic, we designed implemented an 8-week...