Virtual Learning Environments
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The document discusses virtual learning environments (VLEs), defining them as designed, social, and interactive spaces that enhance both distance and classroom education. It provides examples of various VLEs such as Alado, Elluminate, Moodle, Wiziq, and Second Life, along with guidance on how to access and utilize these platforms. Additionally, it emphasizes the role of students as co-constructors of their learning environment.
![Virtual Learning Environments Evelyn Izquierdo ICT in ELT course facilitator [email_address] UNIVERSIDAD CENTRAL DE VENEZUELA FACULTAD DE HUMANIDADES Y EDUCACIÓN MAESTRÍA EN INGLÉS COMO LENGUA EXTRANJERA Nov. 17, 2009](https://image.slidesharecdn.com/virtuallearningenvironments-091124121926-phpapp01/85/Virtual-Learning-Environments-1-320.jpg)
![References Further readings : Dillenbourg P., Schneider D., and Synteta, P (2002). Virtual Learning Environments. In A. Dimitracopoulou (Ed). Proceedings of the 3rd Hellenic Conference “Information and Communication Technologies in Education. [Online] Available at http://edutice.archives-ouvertes.fr/docs/00/19/07/01/PDF/Dillernbourg-Pierre-2002a.pdf Retrieved on 2009, November 9 Videos: Moodle http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WvCIv5KCbeE How to create a course in Moodle. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zWOp1oq-TvI&feature=related Moodle tutorials: http://www.moodletutorials.org/index.php Wiziq Tutorial: http://www.blip.tv/file/2678259 PPTs González, D. (2008) Teaching in SL Vs teaching online/blended courses. Implications for teacher training. SLanguages 2008. http://www.slideshare.net/slanguages/slanguages2008-teacher-training Sulsic, A. (2006). An Introduction to Virtual Worlds. http://www.slideshare.net/ialja/virtual-worlds-introduction-second-life-and-beyond](https://image.slidesharecdn.com/virtuallearningenvironments-091124121926-phpapp01/85/Virtual-Learning-Environments-25-320.jpg)
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Virtual Learning Environments
- 1. Virtual Learning Environments Evelyn Izquierdo ICT in ELT course facilitator [email_address] UNIVERSIDAD CENTRAL DE VENEZUELA FACULTAD DE HUMANIDADES Y EDUCACIÓN MAESTRÍA EN INGLÉS COMO LENGUA EXTRANJERA Nov. 17, 2009
- 2. Agenda Defining a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) / Virtual environment for learning (VEL) Some samples of VLEs Exploring some VLEs: Alado, Elluminate, Moodle, WiZiQ, virtual worlds Activity: Creating your own online spaces as VLEs Homework: Design a class or a course by using a VLE
- 3. What is a VLE? According to Dillenbourg, Schneider, and Synteta (2009). • A virtual learning environment is a designed information space. • A virtual learning environment is a social space: educational interactions occur in the environment, turning spaces into places. • The virtual space is explicitly represented: the representation of this information/social space can vary from text to 3D immersive worlds. • Students are not only active, but also actors: they co-construct the virtual space. • Virtual learning environments are not restricted to distance education: they also enrich classroom activities. • Virtual learning environments integrate heterogeneous technologies and multiple pedagogical approaches. • Most virtual environments overlap with physical environments.
- 4. Some virtual environments used for learning are:
- 5. Alado virtual room http://www.alado.net/login
- 6. Go to http://www.alado.net/login and click on enter the room. After installing the plug-in, you may log in.
- 7. Logging in… Type a username and password. Save it if wanted.
- 8. Wait a little bit while connecting… and here it is!
- 9. Elluminate Virtual Room To access Elluminate, first become a member of the Learning Times community (LT) and explore its features http:// home.learningtimes.net/learningtimes ).
- 10. Once you have created the account, you may log in. http://home.learningtimes.net/learningtimes
- 11. Go to the Meeting room and click on Enter now.
- 12. Launch the virtual room and wait while connecting…
- 14. Moodle
- 15. What is Moodle? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WvCIv5KCbeE
- 16. Moodle features
- 17. Dokeos
- 18. Dokeos features
- 20. To enter the WiZiQ virtual room you will firstly need to create a free WiZiQ account. WiZiQ virtual room
- 21. See the following tutorial to create your account on WiZiQ. http://www.blip.tv/file/2678259
- 23. Virtual Worlds as a VLE: Second Life
- 24. Let’s go in world. First, download the SL program from http://www.secondlife.com/ Then, create your avatar and log in. Go into the Virtual Learning Environment. Live it by yourself!
- 25. References Further readings : Dillenbourg P., Schneider D., and Synteta, P (2002). Virtual Learning Environments. In A. Dimitracopoulou (Ed). Proceedings of the 3rd Hellenic Conference “Information and Communication Technologies in Education. [Online] Available at http://edutice.archives-ouvertes.fr/docs/00/19/07/01/PDF/Dillernbourg-Pierre-2002a.pdf Retrieved on 2009, November 9 Videos: Moodle http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WvCIv5KCbeE How to create a course in Moodle. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zWOp1oq-TvI&feature=related Moodle tutorials: http://www.moodletutorials.org/index.php Wiziq Tutorial: http://www.blip.tv/file/2678259 PPTs González, D. (2008) Teaching in SL Vs teaching online/blended courses. Implications for teacher training. SLanguages 2008. http://www.slideshare.net/slanguages/slanguages2008-teacher-training Sulsic, A. (2006). An Introduction to Virtual Worlds. http://www.slideshare.net/ialja/virtual-worlds-introduction-second-life-and-beyond
- 26. Thank you very much! Evelyn Izquierdo [email_address]