An Integrated Model to Enhance Virtual Learning Environments with Current Social Networking Perspective

Authors

  • Kashif Laeeq National University of Computer and Emerging Sciences (NUCES-FAST)
  • Zulfiqar Ali Memon National University of Computer and Emerging Sciences (NUCES-FAST)

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3991/ijet.v13i09.8000

Keywords:

Virtual Learning Environments, Integrated e-Learning Model, Issues in VLES, SNS supported e-learning, Effective e-learning, Technology supported learning, web 2.0 for e-Learning

Abstract


A Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) is an accumulation of incorporated soft-ware components, empowering the administration of web-based learning (online learning, e-learning). The quality of VLE is indispensable for the accomplishment of e-learning goals and responsible to engage students during web based learning. The attributes of existing VLES does not completely meet with the requirements of today’s e-learning. Consequently, decreases students’ interest, participation and engagement with web-based e-learning. In contrast, the learners’ engagement and participation are higher in social networking sites (SNS). For this reason, many researchers believe that the inclusion of features, similar to SNSs, in VLE may in-crease its effectivity. The goal of this research article is to investigate existing e-learning platform and make a room for SNSs and online tools for e-learning. The paper proposes an integrated model to enhance existing e-learning environment by incorporating the strength of SNSs and other potential tools with VLEs. This re-search article will provide a good direction and new thoughts for the researchers of technology supported learning-domain.

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Published

2018-09-29

How to Cite

Laeeq, K., & Memon, Z. A. (2018). An Integrated Model to Enhance Virtual Learning Environments with Current Social Networking Perspective. International Journal of Emerging Technologies in Learning (iJET), 13(09), pp. 252–268. https://doi.org/10.3991/ijet.v13i09.8000

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