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Design and Development of Blended Learning through LMS

Abstract. Design and Development of Blended Learning is a challenging task than it is anticipated when we consider features and facilities in a Learning Management System (LMS). In this paper, we present what those challenges and how we have solved both technical as well as social problems in implementing a blended learning environment for the University of Colombo School of Computing (UCSC). It is very hard to achieve what we plan without all stakeholders participation with positive attitude. ICT awareness is very important for the success of blended learning but it is not everything for its success. More learning happens when students start engaging in activities which overlap both the classroom as well as the virtual learning environment (VLE). We also present our experience in activity mapping as a way to extend the classroom environment Keywords: blended learning, VLE, LMS, activity mapping, learning activities 1. Introduction In a self-evaluation of undergraduate programs, UCSC (University of Colombo School of Computing) discovered several problems which are affecting negatively for the internal student courses. In the analysis of these problems, the faculty decided to use e-learning based methodology as a part of enhancing learning environment of internal students. The e-Learning Centre of UCSC was given the responsibility of carrying out this initiative of setting up the blended learning environment. However, this project faced so many challenges than anticipated in the very beginning. In this paper, we are presenting our experience in developing a blended learning environment for undergraduates’ courses conducted by the University of Colombo School of Computing (UCSC). The faculty and students are ICT literate community since their main discipline is computer science. Therefore, the background of faculty and students is enough to undertake the responsibility in participating e-learning based activities. Technical infrastructure of the UCSC and technical knowledge of users (staff and students) in the organization are not enough to achieve objectives of the e-learning framework. Those two factors are like front wheels of a vehicle and we need 4 wheels with good set of tires for a smooth and steady journey. Irrespective of power and capabilities, obstacles are unavoidable in this journey and we should be prepared to face these challenges.