E-learning and m-learning as tools for enhancing teaching and learning in higher education: a case study of Russia

Abstract

In the world of online education, teachers are constantly looking for ways to interact with students both synchronously and asynchronously. The next decade is likely to witness a considerable rise in the development of more advanced e-learning and m-learning tools since they have become a vital factor for education due to the global shutdown of learning activities forced by the COVID-19 pandemic. This paper is a preliminary attempt to analyze the use of e-learning and m-learning technologies by Russian universities. E-learning and m-learning mean sharing knowledge and skills by using web- or mobile-based technology, respectively. The most commonly employed learning tools are social networks, LMS, and video conferencing which due to their accessibility, immediacy, interactivity, and context-awareness benefit both teachers and students in a number of ways.

Dieta informativa de universitarios en aplicaciones . Estudio de caso de UVaNow como app interdisciplinaria entre las áreas de Periodismo y Telecomunicación

“…El teléfono inteligente se presenta como un dispositivo idóneo para impulsar la formación permanente y ubicua en el proceso de aprendizaje (Barquero, 2016), al igual que otros dispositivos portátiles como las tabletas. El aprendizaje móvil se basa, precisamente, en el uso de este tipo de tecnología con el objetivo de aprender en red a través de la exploración o la consulta de informaciones útiles para el alumnado (Marunevich et al, 2021). El aprendizaje móvil favorece una educación inalámbrica en la que estudiantes y profesores pueden comunicarse entre sí, además de acceder a recursos o materiales complementarios en línea que configuran un entorno cooperativo y fomentan la independencia de la clase (Qashou, 2021).…”

Designing an Application to Empower Academic Staff Members in the Field of E-Learning

“…The swift growth of knowledge highlights the critical importance of lifelong learning in education (1). In recent years, there has been significant emphasis on enhancing university environments, mainly through strategies and factors for faculty development (2).…”

“…Mobile learning, a sophisticated subset of e-learning, provides learners with easy and unrestricted access to educational content (1,7,8). For the implementation of e-learning, establishing the necessary infrastructure, faculty members' mental preparedness, and developing valid instructional patterns are crucial.…”

Predicting students’ academic performance using e-learning logs

“…Thus, e-learning helped educational institutions' users (i.e., teachers and students) to acquire various skills and valuable knowledge. During the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, traditional education (face-to-face) was switched to online and distance learning by many educational institutions worldwide [3]. The e-learning system facilitated the educational process by providing a set of electronic educational materials and the possibility of sharing them in various formats (i.e., pdf, power point slides, word document, audios, videos, and images) [2].…”

“…The e-learning system facilitated the educational process by providing a set of electronic educational materials and the possibility of sharing them in various formats (i.e., pdf, power point slides, word document, audios, videos, and images) [2]. It also allows, improves, and increases the interaction between teachers and students [3]. Teachers can perform several activities, including writing quizzes, exams, assignments, uploading several materials for a specific course, and asking specific questions to be discussed [1].…”