Creating Reusable Learning Objects

• Main Author: Frantiska, Jr., Ed.D., Joseph (Author)
• Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
• Format: Electronic eBook
• Language: English
• Published: Cham : Springer International Publishing : Imprint: Springer, 2016.
• Series: SpringerBriefs in Educational Communications and Technology,
• Subjects: Education.; Educational technology.; Educational Technology.; Learning & Instruction.

This brief examines and explores the reuse of learning objects to enhance students' learning experiences. The author details the difficulties of reusing learning objects, or the Reusability Paradox, and how to create more flexible learning objects. The brief also proposes a methodology to minim...

Table of Contents:

• Background and significance
• The Reusability Paradox
• Learning Object Design Standards
• A Plethora of Definitions
• Types of Learning Objects
• Technical Standards and Specification
• Interchangability
• Evaluation and Selection
• The Gestation of Learning Objects
• A Structured Approach
• An Illustrative Example
• Summary/Conclusion.