On a Design of SCORM-Compliant SMIL-Enabled Multimedia Streaming E-Learning System

Abstract

The emergence of the SCORM specification has shed a light toward standardization of e-learning which makes the reusability and interoperability of learning resources feasible. However, the existing SCORM-compliant asset model is over-simplified; only few asset types are defined. On the other hand, W3C's declarative-style SMIL is becoming prevalent in designing Webbased instructions with the consideration of temporality and spatiality of the presentations. In addition, advances in real-time multimedia technologies can further vitalize these instructions. In this study, we propose a SMIL-enabled asset model with the enhancement of multimedia streaming. To render SCORMcompliant SMIL-enabled streaming contents, a Java applet-based SMIL RTP/RTSP LMS system is designed in the Java EJB environment to tackle the issue of platform interoperability. The resulting system demonstrates an encouraging direction towards more vivid and interactive SCORM-compliant e-learning.

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“…(3) E-learning (Q6) is to a great extent replacing face-to-face classroom instruction in a growing number of businesses (Schweizer, 2004). Learning management systems (LMS) can include any kind of multimedia content, synchronous as well as asynchronous communication, all linked together and personalized (Li et al, 2005). Therefore e-learning is seen as a relationship communication tool.…”