Generation of crossmedia dynamic learning contexts from iTV

ABSTRACT

Tendencies in convergence, integration and co-existence of several media technologies are creating new opportunities for the globalization of learning practices. Simultaneously, the lifelong learning phenomena, which will take place in a wide variety of contexts and locations, call for flexible environments. iTV holds a great potential in this scenario, but there is still limited research in terms of cognitive and interaction aspects. This paper presents a new paradigm to generate crossmedia dynamic learning contexts from iTV with the aim to link the mentioned opportunities in flexible, adequate and effective learning contexts. In order to better illustrate this paradigm an iTV system, (e-iTV), was designed. The system generates, via iTV, Crossmedia Online Personalized Learning Environments, also designated as COPLE or web lessons, accessible from several types of devices. The system is prepared to respond to communication needs of the viewers since and allows them to share their web lesson. In practical terms, the e-iTV system uses the TV set, not as the final medium, but as a starting point to new crossmedia dynamic learning and communications contexts. The motivations and goals of this work are presented, followed by a review of related work and concepts and the presentation of the conceptual framework. A description of the analysis, planning, development and evaluation of the e-iTV system is presented based on a specific HCI based model. The paper concludes by opening perspectives for future research and developments.

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Index Terms

• Human-centered computing

  • Human computer interaction (HCI)

    • HCI design and evaluation methods

    • Interaction paradigms

      • Graphical user interfaces

  • Interaction design

    • Interaction design process and methods

      • Interface design prototyping

      • User centered design