WEEK 2 14th September, 2015

 Reflection on  concepts:  INNOVATION, ILE,  PLE and SLE 

The class started with a recap on previous weeks 

lecture in order to refresh memories on the basic

concepts of Innovative Learning Environment  Learning Environment summarised as as an eco-system which includes the activity and the outcomes of the learning. Examples of the technologies used in ILE were given like: Multimedia Apps, Mobile Learning, MOOC / Massive Open Online  Course, Social Learning / Informal Learning, Gamification / Game-based Learning, Ubiquitous Learning and Augmented Realitywhich include  Innovation summarised as introducing or using new ideas or methods and converting creative ideas into desired outputs. after that the class members were given individual task to perform in e-learning on the concept of PLE and SLE.  The differences between two related concepts were explored and discussed. Personal Learning Environment (PLE) and Social Learning Environment (SLE).  were also highlighted. thus, PLE facilitates  learners' effort  to learn at their own pace and manage their own learning; in SLE learning  is said to occur through acive collaborative and interactive activities group and  peers.
The class concluded with the first individual assignment with the instruction as follows:

Discuss the currents trend and issues on Online Learning Environment (OLE): 
Center your discussion on:

Why is it a current issue? 
What are its challenges? 

What are the way forward?

Prepare and present via slides ppt

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