Computer-Based Learning Environment (CBLE)

GAME AND GAMIFICATION In the resent years, social media has been source  of entertainment for people which keep them  busy. But wait, have you ever wondered what  keep people busy and entertained before twitter, Facebook, Instagram, snapchat and the rest of the social media? Yes, it is the traditional games. These games were initially in form of sports and competitive tournaments. However, with the advance in technology, the development of video games has allowed people to get engaged without having to go to field to play or games stadia. Games are not only for fun, it helps some to sharpen their ideas, teaches some certain aspect of life. But there are differences between games, gaming and gamification. Do you know their differences?   GAMES Games are computer-simulated applications that offer fun and  rewarding digital interactions to users. They are highly  engaging as they keep the mind actively involved in a virtual ...

LEARNING ENVIRONMENT A learning environment is a diverse platform where users engage and interact to learn new skills (Raccoon, 2019) . Marca  ( 2010) , in one of her books wrote    “We live in exciting times and the sphere of education is not exempt from this excitement”. Effective learning environment is the one that encourages student-centred, collaborative teaching methods, recognising a range of learning styles and having an open plan approach to space. MAKERSPACES A makerspace is a physical location where people gather to co-create, share resources and knowledge, work on projects, network, and build (Roslund and Rodgers, 2013) . Space in which we learn shapes the way our senses engage in visual and verbal interactions. From the positioning of the furniture to the lighting through to the opportunities to engage, collaborate, create and inspire; it shows that teaching and learning spaces are more than the number of chairs and tables in a ...

EDUCATIONAL LEARNING THEORIES Learning theory explain how student absorb, process or retain knowledge during learning. Emotional and environmental influences as well as past experience plays an important role in ways knowledge is retained.  The three major theories of learning were discussed and were put together with the collaboration on moodle.  BEHAVIORISM : this is a view in which behavior can be explained by external factors. The ideas  of    positive and negative reinforcement are effective tools of learning and behavior modification. It can also be punishment and reward system (Kelly, 2012) . Example is the “Skinner box experiment by B F Skinner. LEARNING THEORIES (B F Skinner and his rat experiment) INTRODUCTION Skinner is known as the father of operant conditioning. Operant conditioning is a method of learning that occurs through reward and punishments for behaviour. He believes that the best way to understand behaviour is to l...