Web-based Interactive Learning
While working as the LRC coordinator at Payap University, Toby developed
a web-based system for independent language study. This consisted of
activities with recorded conversations, interviews and short movies. Each activity had a set of
questions and answers so that the learner could assess their understanding.
All
these activities were hosted on the Language Resource Centers own intranet
webserver.
E-Learning Content Management System
In addition to the web-based language activities, Toby administered an e-learning content management system (Moodle) and assisted the language instructors (Chinese, Japanese, Thai, English) in the International undergraduate program to create self-access modules for their courses.
Multi-media Distance Learning
Toby has been commissioned to produce distance learning courses. The most recent was designed to be delivered via CD-ROM and uses Flash and Screenweaver to create executable lesson files. The use of the CD and associated pdf documents allows for videos, demonstrations, lectures and verbal instructions to be given to the students along with traditional text based information.
E-learning Innovation
Toby is a member of the developmentgateway.org E-learning community. The Development Gateway provides innovative Internet solutions for developing countries – the E-learning community produces guides, reviews and resources for increasing the potential of E-learning and to put the Internet to work for developing countries.
External Links
Development
Gateway: E-learning Community of the Development Gateway.
Moodle:
Moodle is an Open Source course management system (CMS)
Screenweaver:
Screenweaver is software for building Cross-Platform RIDAs (Rich
Interfaced Desktop Applications).