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01.03.2011

Distance learning technology and service support in Greece: The case study of the Aristotle University over the last decade

verfasst von: Angeliki Z. Agorogianni, Zaharias D. Zaharis, Sofia D. Anastasiadou, Sotirios K. Goudos

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Abstract

In this paper we present the distance-learning (DL) environment of the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece. The technical infrastructure is based on synchronous DL facilities. DL classrooms have been used successfully over the last decade. We present a generic data model for DL service provision. Supplementary services have also been developed in order to provide support for the DL service provision. The use cases of the DL service are described. The pedagogical issues regarding both students and teachers have been investigated using statistical surveys. The findings are presented in this paper. Finally, the conclusion and future work is discussed.

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Metadaten
Titel
Distance learning technology and service support in Greece: The case study of the Aristotle University over the last decade
verfasst von
Angeliki Z. Agorogianni
Zaharias D. Zaharis
Sofia D. Anastasiadou
Sotirios K. Goudos
Publikationsdatum
01.03.2011
Verlag
Springer US
Erschienen in
Education and Information Technologies / Ausgabe 1/2011
Print ISSN: 1360-2357
Elektronische ISSN: 1573-7608
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10639-009-9110-3

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