An e-ecosystem Driven Next Generation Life Long Learning Approach

Abstract

We have produced an innovative cross-media learning approach that goes beyond traditional web-based learning design strategies. The approach combines wide accessibility of television and mobile technologies and integrates them with a capabilities and flexibility of Internet based e-learning. The development projects are identified under the acronyms eBig3 and ETM. This integrated approach allows learners to use either a single learning delivery system (depending on users’ available technology and personal preferences) or a complementary combination of two or three delivery systems; thus supporting the anywhere, anytime – by any preference – learning paradigm. The innovative feature of the eBig3/ETM learning solution is the technological integration of the cross-media learning content delivery system. Moreover, the approach incorporates pedagogical and usability principles based on studies of the target users learning needs and contexts