Educational website
208946496
Educational Website Ranking Using Fuzzy Logic and K Means Clustering Based Hybrid Method
Received: 16 May 2019 Accepted: 20 August 2019 In the Internet era, it is a huge challenge for users to find suitable and pertinent information out of the huge amount of online data. The challenge is particularly arduous for students searching for education information in a specific domain. To solve the problem, this paper puts forward an educational website ranking method, which applies fuzzy logic and k means clustering in sequence. First, a fuzzy inference system (FIS) was established based on the fuzzy logic, and used to find the utility value (UV) of an educational website according to the feedback marks of each student. Then, the general utility value (GUV) of each educational website was determined through k means clustering of all the UVs of that website. Then, the educational websites were ranked by their GUVs. The experimental results show that the proposed method ranks the educational websites clearly and correctly, enabling students to find the desired education information.
Ingenierie des Systemes d Inf.
Kaustuv Deb Sonali Banerjee Rudra Chatterjee Atanu Das Rajib Bag
164360889
A theoretical framework for designing educational website based on scientific standards to non native Arabic speakers
This article aims to promote a theoretical framework for designing an educational website based on scientific standards for non native Arabic speakers to improve their abilities and performance in learning Arabic language. As Arabic language is commonly known as the language of Holy Quran and is the language of Prophet Muhammad (last of the prophets) so it is considered as one of the oldest languages in the world. In addition, it is widely used around the world and is the spoken language of the Arab states in the Middle East and North Africa. So, increasing the number of people who show their desires to learn Arabic language as a second language leads to build various online educational approaches. But based on previous studies, many educational websites are not built based on scientific standards, which affect students' academic performance; therefore, there is an emergency demand to promote the theoretical framework for designing an educational website based on scientific standards to facilitate language acquisition and help non native Arabic speakers to overcome the difficulties that they face in learning Arabic language.
Huda Said Al-Jahwari Eimad Eldin Abusham
210154682
ADAPTATION OF ADDIE INSTRUCTIONAL MODEL IN DEVELOPING EDUCATIONAL WEBSITE FOR LANGUAGE LEARNING
In the 21st century, educators are utilizing emerging technologies to develop not only knowledge of graduates, but also their soft kills in order to enhance their competencies, in parallel with employers' requirements. Web based learning has been widely used by many educators, especially in higher education institution due to its benefits for both students and teachers. A good understanding of educational theories and instructional design system is required in order to experience a meaningful learning. Appropriate instructional models are needed to produce effective learning materials. This study explores the adaptation of ADDIE instructional model in designing and developing a special website for learning Arabic for Tourism Purpose by using Grav(r) CMS as the platform. The aims of developing this learning prototype are to provide new learning experience to Arabic learners, provide references for them after class, and address the effectiveness of using web based learning. This study can provide a guideline to develop instructional materials for language learning particularly language for specific purposes.
Mohammad Taufiq Abdul Ghani
5020589
Still Searching or Have You Found It Already? Usability and Web Design of an Educational Website
Abstract Background: Apart from a straight forward and intuitive operability an appealing design determines the success of a website equally well. For this reason, the selection of images and navigation bars plays a determining role. The eye tracking method proved to be appropriate in order to verify the usability of websites. Objectives: The aim of the study was to improve the usability of the website of an educational institute for trainees as target group. Methods/Approach: For this purpose, the use of an eye tracking technology was combined with a survey. The eye tracking study was implemented task oriented. Test persons were asked to search for particular courses within this institute. Results: This approach in combination with a subsequent questionnaire resulted in tangible indications of search patterns of the test group. Furthermore, their perception and their appraisal of the usability as well as the web design was analysed. Even though most tasks were accomplished effectively and efficiently with a positive user feedback, a potential for improvement was detected, in particular with regard to the images and the location of the search field. Conclusions: The selected choice of methods enables researchers and web designers to derive recommendations for the orientation, structure, optimisation and comprehensibility of a website.
Julia Lamberz Thorsten Litfin Ozlem Teckert Gunther Meeh-Bunse
43110734
'heartfailurematters.org' an educational website for patients and carers from the Heart Failure Association of the European Society of Cardiology: objectives, use and future directions
In 2007, the Heart Failure Association of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) launched the information website heartfailurematters.org (HFM site) with the aim of creating a practical tool through which to provide advice and guidelines for living with heart failure to patients, their carers, health care professionals and the general public worldwide. The website is managed by the ESC at the European Heart House and is currently available in nine languages. The aim of this study is to describe the background, objectives, use, lessons learned and future directions of the HFM site.
European journal of heart failure
Kim P Wagenaar Frans H Rutten Leonie Verheijden Klompstra Yusuf Bhana Floor Sieverink Frank Ruschitzka Petar M Seferovic Mitja Lainscak Massimo Francesco Piepoli Berna D L Broekhuizen Anna Stromberg Tiny Jaarsma Arno W Hoes Kenneth Dickstein
15268121
Patients with heart failure as co designers of an educational website: implications for medical education
Objectives To identify the learning needs of patients with heart failure between outpatients follow up visits from their perspective and to ascertain what they emphasize as being important in the design of an educational website for them. Methods We conducted a two step qualitative study at Aarhus University Hospital, Denmark. Twenty patients with heart failure participated either in focus group interviews, diary writing, or video recorded design sessions. Data on learning needs were collected in step 1 and analyses, therefore, helped develop the preliminary prototypes of a website. In step 2, patients worked on the prototypes in video recorded design sessions, employing a think aloud method. The interviews were transcribed and a content analysis was performed on the text and video data. Results Patients' learning needs were multifaceted, driven by anxiety, arising from, and often influenced by, such daily situations and contexts as the medical condition, medication, challenges in daily life, and where to get support and how to manage their self care. They emphasized different ways of adapting the design to the patient group to enable interaction with peers and professionals and specific interface issues. Conclusions This study provided insights into the different learning needs of patients with heart failure, how managing daily situations is the starting point for these needs and how emotions play a part in patients' learning. Moreover, it showed how patient co designers proved to be useful for understanding how to design a website that supports patients' learning: insights, which may become important in designing online learning tools for patients.
International journal of medical education
Anne Mette Kristiansen Jette Rolf Svanholm Inge Schjodt Karsten Molgaard Jensen Charlotte Silen Klas Karlgren
5161602
Designing an Educational Website to Improve Quality of Supportive Oncology Care for Women with Ovarian Cancer: An Expert Usability Review and Analysis
A broad based research team developed a Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) compliant educational website for women with ovarian cancer to improve the quality of supportive oncology care. Prior to a randomized clinical trial of the website, initial usability testing was implemented to evaluate the website. The initial review found that 165/247 checklist items had sufficient information to allow for evaluation with the website achieving an overall score of 63% By category, the lowest scores were for the Home Page, Task Orientation, Page Layout Visual Design, and Help, Feedback Error Tolerance. Major issues thought to potentially impede actual usage were prioritized in redevelopment and the second usability review, conducted by the same expert, saw an improvement in scores. Incorporating usability concepts from the start of development, fulfilling the positive expectations of end users, and identifying the technical and personal factors that optimize use may greatly enhance the usage of health websites.
Int. J. Hum. Comput. Interact.
Molly McClellan Raghav Pavan Karumur Rachel Isaksson Vogel Sue V Petzel Julie Cragg Daniel Chan Julie A Jacko Francois Sainfort Melissa A Geller
189903478
Educational website incorporating rheumatoid arthritis patient needs for Latin American and Caribbean countries
Health education is fundamental in the management of RA patients. This study explored patient needs for educational material appropriate for RA patients in our region through a website. This study includes seven focus groups and semi structured interviews across 4 countries (Argentina, Chile, Colombia, and Mexico) with 71 RA patients. Transcripts were analyzed by anthropologists using qualitative analysis (QA) resulting in themes and subthemes to be developed. Five themes and over 50 subthemes of interest were identified by patients. Grouped into categories as follows: (1) knowing the disease, (2) living with arthritis, (3) treatment and therapies for RA, (4) psychosocial support, and (5) information for families. A response was written by the team in plain Spanish on patient subthemes of interest including additional areas that the team considered relevant. Three videos for YouTube were produced: on patient doctor relationships, patients at work, and home and at the clinic. Illustrations in a comic book format on RA diagnosis were created. The educational site on RA of PANLAR can be found at htpp:/artritisreumatoide.cl. This project accomplished a comprehensive list of RA patient interests, revealing the complex relationship between the information on the disease, the experience of a chronic disease, and the way in which patients approach, conceive, and manage their disease. We expect to gather information on how the website will be used in the future for patients and their families and maintain and improve the website as well as adapt its content to different socioeconomic realities.
Clinical Rheumatology
Francisca Massone Maria Eugenia Martinez Virginia Pascual-Ramos Rosana M Quintana Lilith Stange Carlo Vinicio Caballero-Uribe Leandro Ferreyra-Garrot Maria R Kourilovitch Margarita Duarte Carlos Baumert Cristian Vergara Nestor Gareca Cecilia Rodriguez Vianna J Khoury Mariela Medina Mario Humberto Cardiel Loreto Massardo
20691267
Evaluation of a Sickle Cell Disease Educational Website for Emergency Providers
Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a complex multisystem debilitating disease. Despite its complexity, health care providers who are not SCD experts receive little formal education on SCD. An open access, educational website, "Emergency Department Sickle Cell Disease: Crisis Management and Beyond," was created to provide education about SCD to emergency department (ED) providers who are not SCD experts but who provide care for patients with SCD. Electronic surveys were used to conduct a formal evaluation of the accuracy and relevance of the website's content, as well as the effectiveness of the education modules in improving knowledge among health care providers. The evaluation consisted of (1) individual module pre and post knowledge assessment, (2) content validity assessment of educational modules, (3) overall website content assessment, and (4) overall website assessment (Health on the Net core principles) A convenient sample of ED providers, accelerated bachelor of science in nursing students, SCD experts, and website experts completed the anonymous surveys. Descriptive statistics and paired t tests were used to compare mean difference in post minus pre knowledge test scores. Knowledge scores statistically improved for nursing students (p value less than 0.0001) Emergency department providers showed a mean improvement of 3.2 points on the eight item knowledge assessment. Both SCD experts and ED providers agreed that the module content was clear and easy to understand, accurate, comprehensive, relevant, and met module objectives. Participants agreed that the website was clear, easy to navigate, and visually appealing. Website experts stated that the website met much of the Health on the Net criteria. The website is a useful resource for providers and nursing students, especially those who serve or plan to serve in EDs.
Advanced emergency nursing journal
Mariam Kayle Jill Brennan-Cook Brigit M Carter Anne Derouin Susan G Silva Paula Tanabe
23968287
Evaluation of an educational website for parents of children with ADHD
INTRODUCTION ADHD is a relatively common neuro developmental condition characterized by hyperactivity, impulsivity and inattention. The provision of timely and accurate information about the condition and about strategies to manage it is vital especially because of widespread misconceptions about it. AIM To see the effect of an educational website on (i) parental perceptions (ii) knowledge levels, and to obtain feedback to optimise user experience. METHOD Parents whose children had ADHD (or were close to diagnosis) were recruited. Following a 30 item baseline knowledge test parents/carers were directed to an educational website on ADHD. After this they were re contacted for follow up testing and feedback. RESULTS n=172, 14 were lost to follow up. Ninety one (59.4 participants were known to have accessed the website at follow up. The majority of carers accessed the website just once or twice (32.7% Of those who did not access the website 65% cited a lack of time as the reason while 29% cited they were unable to access the internet at the time. The majority (74% of those accessing the site were just browsing for general information. Parents showed increased knowledge post website use p=0.000. Of those accessing the website the majority (85.5% felt it was relevant to them and would use it again (90.8% Content analysis of open ended feedback identified eight core themes including website appearance, content, functionality, perceptions, target audience, usability, usage patterns with areas for improvement noted in four areas. CONCLUSION Websites can be used as an adjunct to information given at clinic. Although a majority of parents will access them, there are still barriers to access e.g. time. Websites do seem to improve parent/carer knowledge levels.
Int. J. Medical Informatics
Gemma Sinead Ryan Munib Haroon Gail Melvin