A framework for capturing and sharing e-learning design best practices

Abstract

This paper outlines the first phase of ongoing research project by proposing a framework for managing e-learning design best practices. The educational landscape is undergoing a significant transformation at various levels induced by rapid advancements in technologies. The emergence of e-learning paradigm has enabled a wide range of learners with different backgrounds, knowledge, skills and learning goals to access higher education. In addition, there is an increasing managerial evaluation of learning outcomes in terms of cost and efficiency. This can pose a real challenge to academic instructors who are required to design online learning activities that encourage engagement and improve leaners’ experience. The reuse of useful knowledge and experiences can greatly improve learning design efficiency and allow more efforts to be made in the area of learning innovation. The aim of this research is to present a knowledge management system framework for capturing, representing, retrieving and reusing e-learning best practices.