On Computing Learning Ontology with Mental Attributes

Abstract

Our research paper argues that learning can be made to be effective when it is learner-centered. Today learning is open to everyone. Knowledge acquisition is not restricted to vertical sources such as schools and colleges. Educational view point is to ensure that the learner has acquired knowledge through any means to ensure required levels of competencies. A learner may have acquired some knowledge without developing any analytical skills, effort to commit to learning or the ability to maintain a continuous process of learning. More seriously, the learner may not have developed adequate enthusiasm about a subject though it appears as if the learner has learned. From the educational viewpoint these are crucial issues that need to be addressed. As such measuring the development of mental attributes associated to a learning process is of great importance. Student learning styles vary enormously. Not all students respond positively to the same teaching techniques. Used well, learning technology can help turn the learning environment into a highly interactive, stimulating world where the student is totally embedded in the learning process. Learning technology can offer students control over their learning and flexibility, so that they can learn in the style that is most effective for each individual