Abstract
Individual and group learning with both print and omputer based materials. With all these, virtual
classroom and test based e-learning knowledge is moving towards every students and stall ol
Adcleke University (for instance) being an e- learner at least for part of their study, this could be
through learning materials e- mails contacting tutors or submitting assignment, the use of website
for research or any one of the myriad e- learning application. Thus, students or staff must not travel
to abroad to acquire knowledge. Also information can be sent and access to students abroad
through the help of the internet. This project has some unique features such as a simplified way of
which study materials can be distributed evenly among students, also allowing the teachers to give
quizzes and also allowing assessing the students on a unique user friendly platform which is secure,
efficient and has a higher rate of accuracy also and added feature is the platform for easy
communication between teachers and students. The outcome of this project is flexible and can
easily be adapted to by almost every teacher and student.
The demand to acquire knowledge or to learn has risen, thus, the present technology had gone a
long way to provided means to learn, irrespective of the distance or the location of the e-lcarner
and source of information. This is achieved through electronic sharing of information and virtual
classroom. However, virtual classroom and text based e- learning is a system design to help student
gain access and acquire knowledge in any university of their choice. This method of learning will
enhance face-to-face instruction or campus, use of computer in classrooms and elicitation of
information with the World Wide Web (WWW) enhanced distance education (on or off campus).
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Table Of Contents
1.7 Limitations
1.8 Contribution to Knowledge
1.9 Definition of Terms
CHAPTER TWO
LITERATURE REVIEW
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Historical background of Virtual Learning System
2.3 Strategic Importance of Virtual Learning……………………………………………………………..
2.4 Organizational Culture – An Important Consideration10
INTRODUCTION
1.1 Background of the Study
1.2 Statement of the Problem
1.3 Aim and Objectives
1.4 Significance of the Study
1.5 Methodology
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Acknowledgementiv
Abstractv
Table Of Contents vi
List of Figures ix
List of Tables x
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2.8. lb Participation and Interaction……………………………………………………………………….18
2.8.1c Feedback……………………………………………………………………………………………………..19
2.8.2 Technology Satisfaction……………………………………………………………………………..19
2.8.2a Learning Environment……………………………………………………………………………… 19
2.8.2b Interface Design………………………………………………………………………………….. 20
2.9 Global Issues in Virtual Learning……………………………………………………………………….20
2.9.1 Culture: Individualism and Collectivism………………………………………………………20
2.9.2 Learning and Teaching Styles……………………………………………………………………… 21
2.9.3 Social Issues in Global Virtual Learning……………………………………………………….22
2.9.3a Differences in Educational Systems………………………………………………………………22
2.9.3b Religious and Political Issues………………………………………………………………………..22
2.9.3c Language Issues in Global Virtual Learning………………………………………………….22
2.10 Current Delivery Systems and Technologies………………………………………………………..23
2.10.1 Text and Graphics (HTML)…………………………………………………………………………23
2.10.2 Multimedia………………………………………………………………………………………………….24
2.10.3 Collaborative Technologies…………………………………………………………………………. 24
2.10.4 Blending…………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 26
2.11 Future Delivery Systems and Technologies…………………………………………………………. 27
2.11.1 DHTML…………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 27
2.11.2 XML………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 27
2.11.3 VRML……………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 28
2.11.4 Integrating Knowledge Management with E-Learning…………………………………. 28
2.11.5 Training and Learning Management Systems……………………………………………….28
2.11.6 Portals……………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 29
2.11.7 Integrated Solutions…………………………………………………………………………………….29
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3.6.1 Features of the proposed system…………………………………………………………………..
3.6.2 Analysis of the proposed system
3.7 Methodology……………………………………………………………………………………………………….
3.8 Development Tools for the Sy stem
3.9 Sy stem Design
3.8.1 Programming Languages Used
SYSTEM DESIGN AND IMPLEMENTATION…………………………………………………………… 36
4.1 Introduction……………………………………………………………………………………………………… 36
4.2 Sy stem Design……………………………………………………………………………………………….. 36
4.3 Sy stem Modules……………………………………………………………………………………………..37
4.4 Database Specification………………………………………………………………………………………. 38
4.5 Sy stem Implementation…………………………………………………………………………………. 42
4.6 System Requirements…………………………………………………………………………………………47
CHAPTER FIVE……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 48
SUMMARY, CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION………………………………………….48
5.1 Summary…………………………………………………………………………………………………………..48
5.2 Conclusion…………………………………………………………………………………………………………48
5.3 Recommendations…………………………………………………………………………………………….. 49
5.4 Limitations……………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 49
5.5 Suggestions for further research…………………………………………………………………………50
REFERENCES………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 51
APPENDIX……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..58
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List of Figures
Figure 4.1 System schema diagram…………………………………………………………………………..37
Figure 4.2 Student Sign-Up Page……………………………………………………………………………..42
Figure 4.3 Teacher Sign-Up Page……………………………………………………………………………..42
Figure 4.4 Sign in Page……………………………………………………………………………………………43
Figure 4.4 Student Platform (Message)……………………………………………………………………..43
Figure 4.5 Student Platform (Backpack)……………………………………………………………………44
Figure 4.6 Lecturers Platform (Class, Add Class)………………………………………………………. 44
Figure 4.7 Lecturers Platform (Quiz)………………………………………………………………………..45
Figure 4.8 Admin Login………………………………………………………………………………………….45
Figure 4.9 Admin Dashboard………………………………………………………………………………….. 46
Figure 4.10 Admin Dashboard (Add Teacher)…………………………………………………………… 46
Figure 4.11 Admin Dashboard (Calendar of Events)………………………………………………….. 47
List of Tables
Tabic 2.0 Compar of WBT and Collaborative Learning Network…………………………………
Table 4.1 Teacher Table………………………………………………………………………………………………..
Table 4.2 Department……………………………………………………………………………………………………
Table 4.3 Student Table…………………………………………………………………………………………………
Table 4.4 Activity Log…………………………………………………………………………………………………..
Table 4.5 Quiz Table…………………………………………………………………………………………………….
Table 4.6 Quiz question Table………………………………………………………………………………………..
Table 4.7 Answer Table…………………………………………………………………………………………………
Table 4.8 Class Quiz Table…………………………………………………………………………………………….
Table 4.9 Teacher Class Table………………………………………………………………………………………..
Table 4.10 Class Table…………………………………………………………………………………………………..
Table 4.11 Admin User Table…………………………………………………………………………………………
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CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
-learning system use text messages to deliver information and data. Student ore-learners will be
in their computer receiving lectures as il they are in classroom. This has gone a long way helping
e-learners to acquire degree in the institution they have never.
Internet as global connection of computers sited around the world forming huge network for
information to be shared and disseminated by many millions of people has done so well in
information technology and in education so to speak. Virtual classroom and text-based e-learning
cannot be an exception. Often time’s students experience a lot of difficulty in the quest for basic
knowledge from higher institution of their choice, not for the fact that the person doesn’t have
resources to acquire them but the risk in traveling to and fro from wherever the person may reside
to the said institution might pose problems and risks to the person involved. In order to reduce
1.1 Background of the Study
Virtual learning is an e-learning system designed to help students gain access and acquire
knowledge remotely in their university of choice. It can includes: Enhanced face-to-face
instruction, enhanced distance education (on or off campus), individual and group learning with
computer-based materials and instructions entirely based on-line. Because of this mix virtual
classroom and text based virtual learning, knowledge is moving towards every student being an elearner at least for the period of time of their study, whether through e-materials, e-mail for
contacting teachers/ tutors or any one of their myriad other e-learning platforms.
Online learning results to learning and other supportive resources that are available through a
computer and it includes computer based training, computer based instruction and technology. The
This is designed that before anybody can participate he/she must register. Students and lecturers
information from the school staff and student database would be used to register the students and
lecturers therefore matric numbers and staff ID numbers that tally with their required details would
be provided in order to gain access. One month is given to a student to pay his/her school fees, if
payment is not made by a certain fixed or required date the student is therefore restricted access to
his/her workspace in the virtual learning platform.
Indeed, this sounds interesting to my academic pursuit in Adeleke University, having observed
and estimated the benefit this would bring to both students and lecturers in an unprecedented scale.
Perhaps this calls for an implementation.
This will go a long way increasing student’s enrolment in the institution. The system is very
security conscious, giving access to those registered by the institution or in the institutions database
therefore leaving no chances for anonymous registrations.
1.2 Statement of the Problem
Due to the problems students find and experiences, it has never been easy for students to acquire
basic and necessary education in any institution one wishes irrespective of the fact that the
resources are there. This poses a lot of problems sometimes they will embrace not going to school
at all. It is very impossible for a student abroad or in a neighbouring country to be coming to
Adeleke University every day for lectures more so, it will be impossible for Adeleke University
staff to go abroad or a neighbouring country where the students might be located every day to
deliver lectures.
Sometimes if number of students increases, reduction in student’s admission would be affected in
order to provided adequate structures where they can have their lectures. The above views are what
eave birth to the research work in order to find solution to them.
students will have access lowing and downloading contents, taking assessment test etc. The
Provide a system ol lol low up lor teachers and student.
Encourages the promotion ol digital literacy
Create a platform for student to engage in self-paced learning
programming languages used were HTML and PHP as scripting language and using MySQL in
the designing of the database. The system would be designed to suit the university system which
1.4 Significance of the Study
Virtual learning is the use of Internet technologies to enhance knowledge and performance. Virtual
learning technologies offer learners control over content, learning sequence, pace of learning, time,
and often media, allowing them to tailor their experiences to meet their personal learning
objectives all at no cost. It represents a great way to study many fields and to boost the level of
self-motivation.
This platform gives access to all resources of a traditional course which enables participants to
learn wherever they are, leaving them the freedom to choose the time for study.
With basically an internet connection a person can learn different course from anywhere in the
world there reducing travel time and transport cost for off campus students.
The Bio-Data of students and teachers of Adeleke University would be collected and saved in a
database online where there will be three authentication levels which will give different accesses
and restrictions. The teachers will have access to content and class group creation etc. while the
1.5 Methodology
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Limited access to information/data: In the course of this research there were a lot of limitations
to the access of some information, data and documents that would have aided the success of the
project.
Time limitations: The period used in carrying out this study was short and conflicted with other
activities (i.e. school activities) that took place during the course of the research.
Environmental limitations: This were constraints which occurred due to power and the location
of the research study location which had a higher level of reoccurring distractions.
The project is concerned with creating a virtual learning system where learning can take place
remotely and study materials can be shared using Adeleke University as a case study.
1.6 Scope
1.7 Limitations
Bringing to limelight the economic and time constraints involving students with a project work of
this nature, it would be known to us all that there is no research work carried out that does not
experience some level of hardships. This project work is no exception. The following are some
factors that caused limitations to the research work.
Financial limitations: In undergoing a study like this, it is meant to be done on a larger scale and
with enhanced features to the project platform but due to lack of funds some functions and features
Implementation
Evaluation.
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1.9 Definition of Terms
is concerned with sharing ol knowledge electronically of text video, web or any other IT
tools.
IT (Information Technology): It is combination of computing and telecommunication facility.
DATABASE: A database is a collection ol information that is organized so that it can easily be
accessed, managed, and updated.
DATA: Raw materials used by the computer.
INFORMATION: Processed data capable of solving a problem
E-MAIL: Electronic mail, this is the use of a computer to send mail messages across a network.
NETWORK: It is connection of two or more computers using special protocol such that they
share data or information inform of text, audio, messages or mail.
WWW (World Wide Web): Collection of internet resources (such as FTP, telnet, Usenet),
hyperlinked text, audio, and video files, and remote sites that can be accessed and searched by
browsers based on standards such as HTTP and TCP/IP.
WEBSITE: A Web site is a related collection of World Wide Web (WWW) files that includes a
beginning file called a home page. It is a compilation of information’s belonging to individuals,
companies, associations, states, countries etc. made available to be seen or downloaded on the
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