Mr. Pradeep Kumar MS E Learning Overview Pondicheri

1. eLearning for Mariners-an Overview
• 1.Background of this topic
• 2. Introduction
• 3. Objectives
• 4.Evolution-Early phase
• 5.Evolution- Current phase
• 6.Salient Features of eLearning
• 7.Evolution-Imminent Future
• 8.Way ahead for Indian Mariners
• eLearning technology
• eLearning tech – LMS – What – Features
• Cognitive NeuroScience – The Brain.

2. Background for this presentation
• Technology is ushering in Greatest Changes in
the History of Human Kind.
• Common factor in all the advances is that the
Middle level is being automated.
• This includes teaching and seafaring too.
• We may Ride the wave, or we be Smashed
• Time now to choose, lest it is too late.

3. Introduction
• Traditional Learning is Jurassic – dead man
walking
• Traditional eLearning is ALSO dying
• eLearning killed traditional learning and
Cognitive science killed traditional eLearning,
using Emotion detection technologies.
• eLearning has two parts: technology(LMS) and
learning science (Cognitive Neuroscience.)

4. OBJECTIVES of this Presentation
• To attain an overall view of the eLearning
ecosystem.
• -familiarise concepts and terms used.
• -be able to do one’s own research and
establish an eLearning project.

5. Evolution of eLearning – the begining
• The first eLearning attempt was through
digital libraries, delivered through internet.
• As data speeds picked up, lectures videos
were posted on internet. Coupled with
documents they were the first online classes,
under Open Education Movement (2008)
• A short history:
https://www.mcgill.ca/maut/current-
issues/moocs/history

6. Evolution – the next phase
• Chat rooms were added to it and Phase 2 of
eLearning was born(2011, MOOC).
• The Highlight of MOOC is,“networking to
CREATE KNOWLEDGE” creation was the key.
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eW3gMG
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• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r8avYQ5Z
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7. Evolution – the current phase
• Massachusetts Institute is delivering its
Certificates in BLOCKCHAIN(Blockchain-2008).
• Blockchain Certification is Tamper proof,
except by Quantum Computing which is long
way off.
• The Certificates are verifiable even if the MIT
become defunct.
• Cognitive Neuroscience is entering the
learning field.

8. Salient Features of eLearning
• Consistent delivery
• Anytime Anywhere delivery
• Single point Upgradation, hence always at
cutting edge.
• Client(student ) capture(retention)
• Low cost
• 90% drop outs due to lack of Peer Pressure
and procrastination.

9. Evolution-Imminent Future
• Humans have evolved adapting to technology
• Attention span is less than 8 secs
• Restless in 9 minutes
• Need to know factor has reduced/trasformed,
as information is readily available anytime
anywhere.
• Focus has shifted to Assimilation for Creation
of Knowledge.

10. Way ahead for Mariners
eLearning - the only way
• Distance learning, Anytime, Anywhere
• Microlearning – brain is more comfortable with
bits of knowledge inputs, that is then actioned.
• 93% of Professional learning is on the job.
• . Current practice of spending leave periods in
MTI hostels is not a healthy situation
• eLearning provides the way. Prominence of
Whatsapp exam groups are a sign of problem
DESPARATELY looking for an answer. The missing
item in these Groups is a mentor

11. Structure of eLearning platforms
• Evolved with the Web Technologies
• Built over Web development platforms or Cloud
platforms
• LMS = Learning Management Systems
• Content creation toolkit.
• Proprietary and Open source
• Smart Content
• Interoperability of content
• Free or Paid

12. Learning Management Systems
• Of the whole structure, we interact with only
the LMS and Content Creation Toolkit.
• There are about 380 LMS in the Market
• Here is a link to best among them
• https://elearningindustry.com/the-20-best-
learning-management-systems

13. What is a LMS
• A Learning Management System (LMS) is an online system
or software which is used to plan, execute, and assess a
specific learning process. In simple words, software used in
eLearning programs and which helps in administration,
documentation, tracking, and recording. Learning
Management Systems are used to maintain online
collaboration over the internet. Colleges and companies
use them to deliver online training; corporates use them for
training purposes, as well as for maintaining employee
records. Some use them to offer courses that provide
students access to education, and some others as an online
system which staff use to support course delivery and
provide online learning and blended learning opportunities
for students and employees.

14. Functions of a LMS
• Manage Users, Courses, Course Calendar,
• Provide Asynchronous learning
• Communication management
• Assessment and Testing
• Certification
• Mentor Management
• Course content interoperatability
• http://www.adobe.com/in/products/captivatepri
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15. eLearning – brain
Learning how to Study.
Learning is one of the most pleasurable of activities.
Children are Greatest APES
Welcome to Cognitive Neuroscience, gentlemen!
Cognitive Neuroscience is a multi disciplinary subject and very
nascent.
So much so that there is a lot of confusion as to the terms and
descriptions and even it's scope.

16. eLearning – Brain
• Through over simplification, we can say that the
Cognitive Neuroscience is an integration of
Cognitive Psychology and Neurology. So we have
the Psychology and Brain study before us.
• Fundamental input for training is the motivation.
• FASCINATION OR FEAR or better still, BOTH.
• Motivational inputs, in professional training also
is vital.
• It is with this view we will approach the Brain.

18. eLearning – Brain
• The Brain may be divided into three parts, the
Forebrain, the MidBrain and the
HindBrain. Forebrain is called Prefrontal Cortex.
• "Many authors have indicated an integral link
between a person's will to live, personality, on to
the functions of the prefrontal cortex. This brain
region has been implicated in planning complex
cognitive behavior, personality expression,
decision making, and moderating social
behavior.”

19. eLearning – Brain

20. eLearning – Brain
The Rational thinking area of the brain.
It is also the Gateway to Knowledge.
Sensors input knowledge through Prefrontal Cortex into
the Hippocampus,which is the Memory Centre of the
Brain.
• "The Hippocampus is a major component of
the brains of humans. The hippocampus belongs to
the limbic system and plays important roles in the
consolidation of information from short-term
memory to long-term memory, and in spatial
memory that enables navigation. This is also called
MidBrain. "

21. eLearning – Brain

23. eLearning – Brain
• The three major stages of memory forming in the brain are:
• 1. Sensory input from your peripheral nervous system to
your brain, meaning whatever eyes, nose etc send to the
brain.
• 2. Your brain storing those stimuli in its “short-term
memory,” which holds the information for about 3-5
minutes
• 3. If 5 minutes has elapsed and you are still thinking about
that memory, then it will enter into your long-term memory,
where it will stay for virtually an endless period of time.
• Our hippocampus is the main brain portion responsible for
going from stage 2 to stage 3, or converting short-term
memories to long-term memories.

24. eLearning – Brain
• All that enters the Brain through the Gateway, the
Prefrontal Cortex, lodges itself in the
Hippocampus(approximately inaccurate)
• Hence the pieces of information, stored in the
Hippocampus, are linked only to the Prefrontal
Cortex.
• Then we have the limbic area, that is roughly the
Hindside(physically, inner side) of the brain. This
is where all the reflex actions are initiated. This is
the automatic response control area of the Brain.

26. eLearning – Brain
• "limbic system is a group of interconnected
structures of the brain including the
hypothalamus, amydala, and hippocampus that
are located beneath the cortex, are common to all
mammals, and are associated with emotions such
as fear and pleasure, memory, motivation, and
various autonomic functions."
• KEY to remember is the "VARIOUS AUTONOMIC
FUNCTIONS.

27. eLearning – Brain
• Here KEY to remember is the "VARIOUS AUTONOMIC FUNCTIONS.
• While learning, the information gets lodged in the Hippocampus
through the Prefrontal cortex and so its tracks are laid is from
Prefrontal cortex to Hippocampus. (only)
• The" only " part, is a Major Problem.
• When in contingency, the Prefrontal Cortex shuts down in a graded
way resulting to action paralysis. The greater the panic, the deeper
the shut down.
• Thus all the actionable knowledge in the Hippocampus becomes a
waste, that too at the time of its need, the only objective for which
we had trained for.
• Have we caught on it's irony?

28. eLearning – Brain
• Now enter Limbic system.
• Limbic system handles all the reflex actions.
• There is no shut down for Limbic system.
• In fact, Limbic system is designed to handle these
kind of situations.
• If we were to get all the information in the
Hippocampus wired to the Limbic system, then
even if the PFC shuts down, Limbic system saves
the situation instantly and without error.

29. eLearning – Brain
• That means Maritime training must be aimed
to connect the Hippocampus to the Limbic.
• This is achieved simply by practising what we
learn.
• An article is MER says 93% of what we learn is
on the job. True.
• Maritime training must be on the job, as
safety response cannot be reflective, it can
only be a reflux.

30. eLearning – Brain

31. eLearning – Brain
• Examine the curve: Knowledge on the Y-axis and
Effort on the X-axis.
• The Blue rises the sharpest while the Green the
slowest. It is the learning curve.
• There are many factors differentiating the curves,
but clarity of fundamentals in the subject of
concern - is the greatest.
• Fundamentals must be robust and conflict free,
for any new piece of information to lodge easily
& well in the brain.

32. eLearning – Brain
• Clearer and Conflict free the fundementals,
the steeper is the curve.
• Trainees must be aware of this fact, far more
than the instructors. As, Motivation to excel
must come from within.

33. eLearning – Brain
• Many people recognize that each person prefers
different learning styles .
• Learning styles group common ways that people learn.
Everyone has a mix of learning styles.
• Some people may find that they have a dominant style
of learning, with far less use of the other styles. Others
may find that they use different styles in different
circumstances.
• There is no right mix and Nor are your styles fixed.
• You can develop ability in less dominant styles, as well
as further develop styles that you already use well.

34. eLearning – Brain
Quote:
“Using multiple learning styles and multiple intelligences for
learning is a relatively new approach. This approach is one that
educators have only recently started to recognize. Traditional
schooling used (and continues to use) mainly linguistic and
logical teaching methods. It also uses a limited range of learning
and teaching techniques. Many schools still rely on classroom
and book-based teaching, much repetition, and pressured
exams for reinforcement and review. A result is that we often
label those who use these learning styles and techniques as
bright. Those who use less favored learning styles often find
themselves in lower classes, with various not-so-complimentary
labels and sometimes lower quality teaching. This can create
positive and negative spirals that reinforce the belief that one is
"smart" or "dumb".”

35. eLearning – Brain
• By recognizing and understanding your own learning styles, you can use
techniques better suited to you. This improves the speed and quality of
your learning.
• The Seven Learning Styles
• Visual (spatial):You prefer using pictures, images, and spatial
understanding.
• Aural (auditory-musical): You prefer using sound and music.
• Verbal (linguistic): You prefer using words, both in speech and writing.
• Physical (kinesthetic): You prefer using your body, hands and sense of
touch.
• Logical (mathematical): You prefer using logic, reasoning and systems.
• Social (interpersonal): You prefer to learn in groups or with other people.
• Solitary (intrapersonal): You prefer to work alone and use self-study.

36. eLearning – Brain
• Research shows us that each learning style uses different parts of the brain. By involving more of
the brain during learning, we remember more of what we learn. Researchers using brain-imaging
technologies have been able to find out the key areas of the brain responsible for each learning
style.
• For example:
• Visual: The occipital lobes at the back of the brain manage the visual sense. Both the occipital and
parietal lobes manage spatial orientation.
• Aural: The temporal lobes handle aural content. The right temporal lobe is especially important for
music.
• Verbal: The temporal and frontal lobes, especially two specialized areas called Brocas and
Wernickes areas (in the left hemisphere of these two lobes).
• Physical: The cerebellum and the motor cortex (at the back of the frontal lobe) handle much of our
physical movement.
• Logical: The parietal lobes, especially the left side, drive our logical thinking.
• Social: The frontal and temporal lobes handle much of our social activities. The limbic system (not
shown apart from the hippocampus) also influences both the social and solitary styles. The limbic
system has a lot to do with emotions, moods and aggression.
• Solitary: The frontal and parietal lobes, and the limbic system, are also active with this style.

37. eLearning – Brain
Different Brians have preferences for different formatting
of information, like Logical, Graphical, Abstract, etc,
meaning some fare extremely well on learning, when
info format corresponds to the Brain type.
• The entire story is concocted to illustrate - that there is
benefit
• in learning little more about cognitive science and in
explaining the basics of how brain works, so that the
trainees take their training seriously,(Motivation),
positively and skillfully.
• For that to happen we must appraise it ourselves
first.

38. eLearning – Future of education /
Training
Thank you gentleman.