Promoting innovation and flexibility in the development of Learning Objects: Platform AGORA

Authors

  • Víctor Hugo Menéndez Domínguez Autonomous University of Yucatán image/svg+xml
  • María Enriqueta Castellanos Bolaños Autonomous University of Yucatán image/svg+xml
  • Silvia Joaquina Pech Campos University of Castilla-La Mancha image/svg+xml

Keywords:

learning objects, e-learning, educational technology, interoperability

Abstract

The development of educational resources for e-Learning is a complex task for any beginner or in-service teacher. Structure content for distribution and use in a Learning Management System involves a management process that is not normally supported by software applications. Reuse and interoperability of digital resources in different e-Learning solutions will be a consequence of innovation and flexibility in learning, as proposed by the Academic and Educational Model of the Autonomous University of Yucatan. The Learning Object is an interesting alternative to assist the use problematic of educational technology by university professors. The Learning Object proposes to build small pieces of knowledge that can be assembled and reused in different learning contexts, all without losing its functionality. This paper presents a management platform for this type of resource, called AGORA, its main feature is the use of an assistance and recommendation approach for the development of Learning Objects. The environment also offers an integrated set of tools for storing, searching and reusing educative resources. The Interoperability is guaranteed to be in accordance with specifications and standards defined in e-Learning.

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Vol. 3 No. 1 (2011): The professor faced with educational technology / April - September 2011

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