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Design and Evaluation of a Web-Based Tool for Teaching Computer Network Design to Undergraduates

Design and Evaluation of a Web-Based Tool for Teaching Computer Network Design to Undergraduates
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Author(s): Nurul I. Sarkar (Auckland University of Technology, New Zealand)and Krassie Petrova (Auckland University of Technology, New Zealand)
Copyright: 2013
Pages: 21
Source title: Web-Based and Blended Educational Tools and Innovations
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Nikos Karacapilidis (University of Patras, Greece), Mahesh Raisinghani (Texas Woman’s University, USA)and Eugenia M. W. Ng (Hong Kong Institute of Education, China)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-4666-2023-0.ch014

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Abstract

Previous studies have shown that motivating students to learn about local area network (LAN) design can be difficult when presented in the traditional lecture format. To overcome this problem, a Web-based tool (“WebLan-Designer”) was developed as an aid in teaching and learning of LAN design at the introductory level. A WebLan-Designer provides a set of learning resources (tutorials, quizzes, network modeling, network design scenarios, key terms and definitions, and review questions and answers) and assists undergraduate students in learning the basics of both wired and wireless LAN design. The tool is Internet-based and can be accessed at any time so that students can study LAN design at their own pace and convenience. This flexible learning approach contributes positively to distance education and e-learning. The effectiveness of WebLan-Designer is evaluated both formally and informally; positive student and peer feedback indicates that the design and implementation of the tool has been successful and that using WebLan-Designer may have a positive impact on student learning and comprehension.

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