Master of Science in Computing

Thesis Title:
Web-based Learning and Interactive Tutoring System with Learning Cycle

Jason K. Y. Chan

Abstract

With the increasing use of web-based learning in distance education, a well-rounded web-based learning system that can support rich interactivity and equip with adequate instructional tools for different pedagogical approaches in a learning cycle is required.
Currently, however, a learning gap exists in many web-based learning systems. Such a gap is resulted when miscommunication exists between teacher and students, inefficient knowledge delivery and technological constraints.
This project aimed to analyze, design and develop a web-based learning and interactive tutoring system to remove the learning gap. Specific objectives include evaluating the existing web-based learning platforms; reviewing literatures and studies related to teachers and students' experiences in using online learning platform; investigating issues on distancing learning in virtual face-to-face environment; developing a new web-based interactive tutoring system with a learning cycle based on the reviewed results; and processing the learning cycle by using several instructional designs integrated into the four learning stages: Pre-learning, Lecturing, Tutoring, and Assessment.
The usefulness, effectiveness and potentiality of the system is proven by users' positive feedback given in trial lessons, the acceptance of paper presentation in an international academic conference, approved funding grant for system further development in university, and the potentiality to be succeeded in a patent application.

System Screen Flow