The implementation of reusable learning object : realizing the entrepreneurship of Open University Malaysia
The design of reusable templates and learning objects is one way of reducing costs while concurrently improving the pedagogical aspects of open and distance learning at Open University Malaysia (OUM). Producing reusable learning objects has given the University an edge on competitiveness and entre...
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2004
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| Online Access: | http://library.oum.edu.my/repository/121/1/TheImplementationOfReusableLearningObjects-RealisingTheEntrepreneurshipOfOpenUniversityMalaysia%5BAbtarKau.pdf http://library.oum.edu.my/repository/121/ |
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| Summary: | The design of reusable templates and learning objects is one way of reducing costs
while concurrently improving the pedagogical aspects of open and distance learning at Open University Malaysia (OUM). Producing reusable learning objects has given
the University an edge on competitiveness and entrepreneurship OUM have
successfully designed a unique model that 1s suitable and practical for its own needs.
An action research related to the design and development of learning objects was
conducted with Deans Academic Staff (who are also Subject Matter Expert), and
the production team which includes among others the Project Manager, instructional
Designer Multimedia Programmer and Graphic Designer. This paper is about
realizing the implementation of reusable learning objects It delves into the practical
workings and processes involved during the direct hands-on development of learnlng
objects and identifies key areas and critical success factors which determine the
practicality and cost-effectiveness of learning object development. It also highlights
the crucial involvement and cooperation from all the parties involved, which include
the policy makers, academic staff as well as the design and development team. The
results show that reusabll~tyo f the learnlng objects will become the key word for the
enhancement of entrepreneurship in higher education in institutions like the OUM. The
impact of the reusable e-learning materials on the betterment of entrepreneurship of
the university is highly important. This paper raises questions on whether the
approaches explored in using reusable leaming objects project is cost effective for
OUM to become an entrepreneurial university. |
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