DSpace Community: d. Learning Media

Aloqa and layar augmented reality feeds

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 13:42:45 GMT

Title: Aloqa and layar augmented reality feeds

Authors: Ternier, Stefaan

Abstract: This code enables setting up a database with POIs and exposing them to aloqa and layar, two augmented reality browsers.

Description: Aloqa is a service that proactively notifies the user of Point Of Interests (POIs).It runs on iPhone, blackberry and android. With this tool you can easily get directions to events, places, buildings or other places of interests. Layar builds on the same principle, but has a browser that augments the camera feed of your mobile device with these POIs so that you can see these POIs hovering over the actual building. This package contains code to setup a database with POIs. Furthermore, it exposes two APIs: an aloqa API and a layar API. Currently, this application is hosted as a service on the google app engine, where all content from the MACE () project is made accessible for both Aloqa and Layar users.

EMERGO toolkit architecture

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 13:39:03 GMT

Title: EMERGO toolkit architecture

Authors: Slootmaker, Aad; Kurvers, Hub

Abstract: This document is meant for whom who wants to know how the EMERGO toolkit is build and how it can be adjusted or extended. We describe the domain model, the application layers, the use of XML and how a new component can be added.

Description: Slootmaker, A., & Kurvers, H. (2010). EMERGO toolkit architecture. Heerlen, The Netherlands: Open University in the Netherlands.

D2.1 Analysis report on competence services

Mon, 30 Aug 2010 10:46:51 GMT

Title: D2.1 Analysis report on competence services

Authors: Kalz, Marco; Nadolski, Rob; Overby, Erlend; Börner, Dirk; Pawlowski, Jan; Stergioulas, Lampros

Abstract: This deliverable deals with competence and accessibility services for the OpenScout project. The analysis report should serve as a foundation for future discussions about implementations of services, that allow learners to find learning resources in the OpenScout environment based on competence related information and services that support special needs of users of the OpenScout environment. Due to the results of an initial questionnaire and several discussions within the consortium this analysis report also includes a theoretical chapter about competence based education in general and the scientific discussion about competences in the field of business and management education.

Description: Kalz, M., Nadolski, R., Overby, E., Börner, D., Pawlowski, J., & Stergioulas, L. (2010). D2.1 Analysis report on competence services. OpenScout project deliverable.

Food for thought: What education could learn from agriculture

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 08:16:52 GMT

Title: Food for thought: What education could learn from agriculture

Authors: Westera, Wim

Abstract: Knowledge is like food and drink, a bare necessity of life, the motor of the economy, and a precondition for any social activities. While considering these facts one cannot fail to notice that education and agriculture have a lot in common. This article reflects on the parallels between agriculture and education. While agriculture started modernizing its methods and tools two centuries ago, education is just in its early phase. The article analyses the rise and fall of agriculture and distils patterns that may be of significance for education.

Description: Westera, W. (2010) Food for thought: What education could learn from agriculture. Educational Technology Magazine, accepted April 5, 2010.

Where Bolt and Bekele meet: the analytical basis of running performance estimates

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 09:32:54 GMT

Title: Where Bolt and Bekele meet: the analytical basis of running performance estimates

Authors: Westera, Wim

Abstract: This paper proposes a self-contained analytical model for the prediction of individual running performances. The model uses two personal bests for calibration, and then allows the prediction of the athlete’s personal bests for any other distance. It is based on a simple, first order estimate of the way lap time increments with total distance. Also, the model accounts for delays that occur during start-up. It therefore covers a wide range of events including endurance and sprinting distances. The model is validated with empirical data of a variety of world class and sub top athletes. Outcomes display valid and reliable predictions with inaccuracies typically around 1%. It greatly outperforms existing models (typically 3% or higher). Importantly, the model is transparent, since it is based on theoretical principles rather than arbitrariness and negotiation. It is self-contained, easy to use and affordable, because it does not require any physiological or biomechanical tests to be carried out first. Also, the model displays a universal validity, as the results suggest its applicability for any speed and distance related sports event, including running, speed skating and swimming.

Description: Westera, W. (2010). Where Bolt and Bekele meet: the analytical basis of running performance estimates. Accepted by New Studies in Athletics, March 1, 2010.

CELSTEC research and learning media

Sat, 24 Jul 2010 16:29:59 GMT

Title: CELSTEC research and learning media

Authors: Westera, Wim

Abstract: Overview of CELSTEC, combined with a labtour.

Description: Westera, W. (2010) Celstec research and learning media. Presentation and labtour on behalf of a lab visit by the mayor of Heerlen. July, 23, 2010, Heerlen, The Netherlands: Open University of the Netherlands.

Orchestrating Learning using Adaptive Educational Designs in IMS Learning Design

Tue, 06 Jul 2010 13:30:52 GMT

Title: Orchestrating Learning using Adaptive Educational Designs in IMS Learning Design

Authors: Gruber, Marion; Glahn, Christian; Specht, Marcus; Koper, Rob

Abstract: IMS Learning Design (IMS LD) is an open specification to support interoperability of advanced educational designs for a wide range of technology-enhanced learning solutions and other units of learning. This paper analyses approaches to model personalised learning experiences with andwithout explicit adaptive features in IMS LD. The paper has two main parts.The first part analyses the relation between orchestrating learning and IMSLD’s semantic features. The second part compares modelling strategies foreducational designs for personalised learning in non-collaborative learning unitsusing IMS LD Level A and IMS LD Level B features. The analysis is based ontwo worked-out IMS LD units. The paper concludes with a comparison of thetwo modelling approaches and addresses gaps when integrating adaptationconcepts at the levels of the specification.

Description: Gruber, M. R., Glahn, C., Specht, M., & Koper, R. (2010). Orchestrating Learning using Adaptive Educational Designs in IMS Learning Design. In M. Wolpers, P. A. Kirschner, M. Scheffel, S. Lindstädt, & V. Dimitrova (Eds.), Sustaining TEL: From Innovation to Learning and Practice Proceedings of EC-TEL 2010. In Press.

Information mash-ups to support awareness in ubiquitous learning environments

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Title: Information mash-ups to support awareness in ubiquitous learning environments

Authors: Börner, Dirk; Kalz, Marco; Specht, Marcus

Abstract: This paper describes the idea for a research project, focusing on information mash-ups to support awareness in ubiquitouslearning environments. The characteristics of the research field are identified as well as different types of awareness forthe ubiquitous learner in action and on the move. The paper outlines the related problems and challenges. Furthermore itformulates the associated research questions related to the utilization of contextualized digital content and services as thesource for information mash-ups. Based on a detailed analysis a research approach and the underlying objectives arepresented.

Description: Börner, D., Kalz, M., & Specht, M. (2010). Information mash-ups to support awareness in ubiquitous learning environments. In I. A. Sánchez, & P. Isaías (Eds.), Proceedings of the IADIS International Conference Mobile Learning 2010 (pp. 423-426). March, 19-21, 2010, Porto, Portugal: IADIS Press.

Awareness for Contextualized Digital Contents in Ubiquitous Learning Environments

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 08:18:36 GMT

Title: Awareness for Contextualized Digital Contents in Ubiquitous Learning Environments

Authors: Börner, Dirk; Specht, Marcus

Abstract: This paper describes the idea for a research project at the Open University of the Netherlands, focusing on awareness in ubiquitous learning environments. The characteristics of the research field are identified as well as different types of awareness for the learner in action and on the move. The paper outlines the related problems and challenges. Furthermore it formulates the associated research questions related to the utilization of contextualizeddigital contents to support and enhance learning and reflection in ubiquitouslearning environments. Based on a detailed analysis and a technical designresearch an experimental prototype is presented. The paper concludes with theprojects relevance within the field of Technology-Enhanced Learning (TEL)and future work.

Description: Börner, D., & Specht, M. (2009). Awareness for Contextualized Digital Contents inUbiquitous Learning Environments. Proceedings of the Doctoral Consortium of the Fourth European Conference on Technology Enhanced Learning (EC-TEL 2009). September, 29-October, 2, 2009, Nice, France. [unpublished manuscript]

Awareness for Contextualized Digital Contents in Ubiquitous Learning Environments

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 08:15:46 GMT

Title: Awareness for Contextualized Digital Contents in Ubiquitous Learning Environments

Authors: Börner, Dirk

Abstract: This paper describes the idea for a research project at the Open University of the Netherlands, focusing on awareness in ubiquitous learning environments. The characteristics of the research field are identified as well as different types of awareness for the learner in action and on the move. The paper outlines the related problems and challenges. Furthermore it formulates the associated research questions related to the utilization of contextualizeddigital contents to support and enhance learning and reflection in ubiquitouslearning environments. Based on a detailed analysis and a technical designresearch an experimental prototype is presented. The paper concludes with theprojects relevance within the field of Technology-Enhanced Learning (TEL)and future work.

Description: Börner, D. (2009). Awareness for Contextualized Digital Contents inUbiquitous Learning Environments. Presented at the Doctoral Consortium of the Fourth European Conference on Technology Enhanced Learning (EC-TEL 2009). September, 29-October, 2, 2009, Nice, France.