Evaluating IMMEDIATE: the long march to an e-learning appliance

  • Authors:
  • Elizabeth A. Kemp;Russell S. Johnson;Ashleigh-Jane Thompson;Piyaporn Boonphadh;Norlaila Hussain;Jun Ye

  • Affiliations:
  • Massey University, PN, NZ;Massey University, PN, NZ;Massey University, PN, NZ;Prince of Songkla University;Massey University, PN, NZ;Massey University, PN, NZ

  • Venue:
  • Proceedings of the 12th Annual Conference of the New Zealand Chapter of the ACM Special Interest Group on Computer-Human Interaction
  • Year:
  • 2011

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Abstract

In this paper we describe the many evaluations that have been required to ensure that the learning appliance, IMMEDIATE, provides, in an accessible manner, the required functionality for supporting distance teaching. An iterate and revise approach was followed as IMMEDIATE grew from a proof of concept prototype to a full working system. A primary goal has been for users to find the interface easy to use, supporting their educational endeavors. There have been many challenges over the years: technical, educational, practical and cultural. These issues are discussed here.