Search results for author:"Ishan Abeywardena"
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Mastery of Course Learning Outcomes in ODL: A Case Study of the Pearson eCollege Learning Outcome Manager
Ishan Abeywardena
Open Praxis Vol. 5, No. 3 (Sep 11, 2013) pp. 239–248
The constant emphasis on maintaining a high level of quality in the Open Distance Learning (ODL) self directed courses delivered at Wawasan Open University (WOU) demands the accurate assessment of course learning outcomes (CLO). The summative and...
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Virtual tutorials in adult ODL: A WizIQ case study of Wawasan Open University
Phalachandra Bhandigadi; Ishan Abeywardena
Open Praxis Vol. 6, No. 1 (Feb 13, 2014) pp. 75–83
Wawasan Open University (WOU) was established in 2007 with the sole aim of providing affordable and accessible higher education opportunities to working adults in the fields of business, technology, education and liberal studies. As part of its Open ...
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Print2Screen Mobile App: Embedding Multimedia in Printed ODL Course Materials Using QR Codes
Ishan Sudeera Abeywardena
Journal of Learning for Development Vol. 4, No. 3 (2017) pp. 366–374
With the rise of OER and multimedia such as YouTube videos, many academic institutions are becoming mindful of the richness they bring into the teaching and learning process. Given that multimedia resources cannot be directly integrated into printed ...
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OER Mainstreaming in Tonga
Ishan Abeywardena; Philippus Uys; Seilosehina Fifita
The International Review of Research in Open and Distributed Learning Vol. 20, No. 1 (Feb 28, 2019)
In the race towards achieving the Education 2030 agenda, open educational resources (OER) act as a key enabler for sustainable development goal 4 (SDG4). Leading to the 2014 Regional Focal Points Meeting, Commonwealth of Learning’s (COL) Focal Point ...
Language: English
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Conceptual framework for parametrically measuring the desirability of open educational resources using D-index
Ishan Abeywardena; S Raviraja; Choy Tham
International Review of Research in Open and Distance Learning Vol. 13, No. 2 (Apr 02, 2012) pp. 59–76
Open educational resources (OER) are a global phenomenon that is fast gaining credibility in many academic circles as a possible solution for bridging the knowledge divide. With increased funding and advocacy from governmental and nongovernmental...
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OERScout technology framework: A novel approach to open educational resources search
Ishan Abeywardena; Chee Chan; Choy Tham
The International Review of Research in Open and Distributed Learning Vol. 14, No. 4 (Aug 28, 2013)
The open educational resources (OER) movement has gained momentum in the past few years. With this new drive towards making knowledge open and accessible, a large number of OER repositories have been established and made available online throughout...
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A Collaborative Approach to OER Policy and Guidelines Development in the Commonwealth: The Case of Botswana, Cameroon, and Sri Lanka
Ishan Abeywardena; Shironica Karunanayaka; Michael Nkwenti; Lekopanye Tladi
The International Review of Research in Open and Distributed Learning Vol. 19, No. 2 (May 01, 2018)
Access to relevant learning resources is an important aspect in ensuring inclusive and equitable quality education and lifelong learning opportunities for all as outlined in the sustainable development goal 4 (SDG4). The Commonwealth of Learning ...
Language: English