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Multiple Representations in Multimedia Materials
Authors: Sankey Michael 
Published: May 2011

The movement toward utilising multimedia learning environments in teaching has increased dramatically in recent years. This chapter reports on current research trends relevant to the development of these environments. Specifically analyzing issues related to designing for an ever increasing multiliterate clientele. It highlights the use of multiple representations and investigates some cognitive constraints present when displaying this information. Lastly, when learners are given a level of choice in accessing materials they may be further empowered in their knowledge acquisition. An understanding of these basic concepts will play an important role in our approach to Instructional Design. Therefore a set of recommendations is made for the design of these materials.
Using Scenarios and Drama Improvisation for Identifying and Analysing Requirements for Mobile Electronic Patient Records
Authors: Sørby Inger Dybdahl , Melby Line , Seland Gry 
Published: May 2011

This chapter presents two different techniques for elicitation and analysis of requirements for a mobile electronic patient record (EPR) to be used in hospital wards. Both techniques are based on human-centred and participatory design principles. The first technique uses observational studies as a basis for identifying and analysing requirements for a mobile EPR. The observations are structured and systematised through a framework. The second technique is named “Creative system development through drama improvisation”, and it enables users (in this case healthcare professionals) to contribute to the requirements engineering (RE) process by acting out everyday work situations in one-day workshops. Both techniques presented in this chapter focus on user requirements elicitation, and we believe that they are promising and complementary contributions to more traditional requirements elicitation and analysis methods, not only for hospital information systems but for a wide variety of complex, sociotechnical systems.
Imaging the Human Brain with Magnetoencephalography
Authors: Pantazis Dimitrios , Leahy Richard M. 
Published: May 2011

Magnetoencephalography is a relatively new medical imaging modality for the monitoring and imaging of human brain function. Extracranial magnetic fields produced by the working human brain are measured by extremely sensitive superconducting sensors, called SQUIDs, enclosed in a liquid helium-filled dewar. Mathematical modeling allows the formation of images or maps of cortical neuronal currents that reveal neural electrical activity, identify cortical communication networks, and facilitate the treatment of neuronal disorders, such as epilepsy.
Standards? What and Why?
Authors: Long Phil , Tansey Frank 
Published: May 2011

Specifications define the nature of the interconnections between the distinct parts of complex learning systems, but not their boundaries. Next generation CMS tools are emerging from standards discussions that challenge current e-learning systems design boundaries. They raise the prospect of a complex but smoothly functioning set of components and services that aggregate in ways that best serve individual communities of users. Users need to engage in the process to express their requirements for e-learning software. These building blocks, produced by a small number of organizations, are establishing the framework that will enable CMS environments to become vastly different than the CMS you might now be using.
Electronic Architectures for Bridging the Global Digital Divide
Authors: Dholakia Nikhilesh , Kshetri Nir 
Published: May 2011

This chapter presents a comparative view of e-business systems designed to extend the benefits of e-business to the poor demographic segments of the developing world and to reach populations that are on the “wrong side of the digital divide.” Four such systems are selected: the Global Trade Point Network (GTPN) of the United Nations, Alcatel Telemedicine Network, Little Intelligent Communities (LINCOS), and Johns Hopkins International’s (JHI) Telemedicine Network. The four networks are compared across various network architecture dimensions. Our analysis indicates that LINCOS offers reduced capital cost, flexible architectures, and at the same time access to worldwide information systems, and hence has the highest potential to reach effectively the most excluded population in developing countries. Collaborations among technology marketers, national governments and international agencies are needed to identify the needs of the digitally excluded population and select appropriate architectures to serve the needs.
Toward Effective Use of Multimedia Technologies in Education
Authors: Torrisi-Steele Geraldine 
Published: May 2011

While multimedia technologies are being used in educational contexts, the effective use of multimedia in these contexts remains problematic. In an attempt to contribute towards addressing this problem, this chapter presents a set of conceptual guidelines and a practical planning framework that is intended to inform the planning and design of more effective multimedia integration into educational contexts. A mixed-mode approach is advocated in this chapter. Multimedia technologies are viewed as part of a tool-set and tool selection should be appropriate to curriculum content and to the teaching and learning context.
Designing Web-Based Training Courses to Maximize Learning
Authors: Sitzmann Traci , Ely Katherine , Wisher Robert A. 
Published: May 2011

This chapter presents results from a meta-analysis that compares the effectiveness of Web-based instruction (WBI) to classroom instruction (CI). The results suggest that when the same instructional methods are used, WBI and CI are equally effective for teaching declarative knowledge. However, the instructional methods and course design features incorporated in WBI are critical factors in determining trainees’ knowledge acquisition. Specifically, the chapter examines the influence of lecture, human interaction, and learner control on the effectiveness of WBI. Based on the findings, the authors provide the following recommendations for increasing learning in WBI: (1) require trainees to be active, (2) incorporate a variety of instructional methods, (3) offer computer and Internet skillscourses, (4) provide trainees with access to lecture notes, (5) incorporate synchronous human interaction, and (6) provide trainees with learner control.
Community of Inquiry in Adult Online Learning
Authors: Akyol Zehra , Garrison D. Randy 
Published: May 2011

The adult education literature emphasizes communitybuilding in order to increase effectiveness and success ofonline teaching and learning. In this chapter theCommunity of Inquiry Framework that was developed by Garrison, Anderson and Archer (2000) has been introduced as a promising theory for adult learning in onlineenvironments. The chapter discusses the potential of the CoI framework to create effective adult online learning communities by utilizing the research findings from anonline course. Overall, the research findings showed that students had positive attitudes toward the communitydeveloped in the course and that their perception of constituting elements of the community of inquiry was significantly related to perceived learning and satisfaction.
Enhancing Skills of Application Software via Web-Enabled Problem-Based Learning and Self-Regulated Learning
Authors: Shen Pei-Di , Lee Tsang-Hsiung , Tsai Chia-Wen 
Published: May 2011

The computer software education in vocational schools in Taiwan can hardly be deemed as effective. To increase students’ learning motivation and develop practical skills, innovative learning designs such as problem-basedlearning(PBL) and self-regulated learning (SRL) are on trial in this specific context. We conducted a series of quasi-experiments to examine effects of these designs mediated by a web-based learning environment. Two classes of 106 freshmen in a semester course at Institute of Technology in Taiwan were chosen for this empirical study. Result sreveal that effects of web-enabled PBL, web-enabled SRL, andtheir combinations, on students’ skills of applicationsoftware have significant differences. The implications of this study are alsodiscussed.
Integrated Design of Web-Platform, Offline Supports, and Evaluation System for the Successful Implementation of University 2.0
Authors: Kim Soyoung , Kim Minyoung , Hong Junhee 
Published: May 2011

University 2.0 is a collaborative way of constructing andsharing knowledge, based on epistemological and social technologies to amplify the effect of interaction andparticipation at higher education settings. In this case study, Web 2.0 social technologies were implemented to improve teaching and learning performances by integrating user-centered interactive platform, offline support strategies, and evaluation systems. The interactive web-platform is the essence of University 2.0 and enables thevarious interested parties to practice the 2.0 spirits of openness, sharing, and participation. In order to make learning based on the web-platform more effective andefficient, offline supports such as learning cells, learning facilitators, and learning spaces should be supplemented.The CIPP model was employed to monitor all processes ofthe University 2.0 project, to guide developers to the next steps, to attract attention from faculty members andstudents, and to derive consensus among them.
Examining the Relationship Between Course Management Systems, Presentation Software, and Student Learning
Authors: Crawley Daria C. , Frey Barbara A. 
Published: May 2011

This research examines the relative impact of students’ in-class behaviors (i.e., attendance and participation) by assessing student perceptions of the value of instructional technologies, such as eCollege course managementsystems and instructors’ PowerPoint presentations. Theresults of the study through exploratory factor analyses revealed that 13 items were divided into three factors (electronic presentations, onlinecourse management, andeffective classroom behavior) with 53 percent explained variance in instructional technologies’ impact on studentlearning. ANOVA results indicated significant differences in online-course management and perceived impact of electronic presentations on students’ classroom behavior among respondents who used the online-coursemanagement system. Respondents who used multiple onlinecourse management features viewed it more favorably and did not believe that it had a negative impact on classroom behaviors, such as attendance or class participation compared to those who used fewer features. Implications for construct refinement and future research are discussed.
Web-Based Implementation of the Personalised System of Instruction
Authors: Brinkman Willem-Paul , Rae Andrew , Dwivedi Yogesh   K. 
Published: May 2011

This article presents a case study of a university discrete mathematics course with over 170 students who had access to an online learning environment (OLE) that included a variety of online tools, such as videos, self-tests, discussion boards, and lecture notes. The course is based on the ideas of the personalised system of instruction (PSI) modified to take advantage of an OLE. Students’ learning is examined over a period of two years, and compared with that in a more traditionally taught part of the course. To examine students’ behaviour, learning strategies, attitudes and performance, both qualitative and quantitative techniques were used in a mixed methodology approach, including in-depth interviews (N = 9), controlled laboratory observations (N = 8), surveys (N = 243), diary studies (N = 10), classroom observations, recording online usage behaviour, and learning assessments. The paper aims to increase understanding of whether PSI, supported by an OLE, could enhance student appreciation and achievement as findings suggest.
Herding Cats
Authors: Philip Donald N. 
Published: May 2011

Teachers using online learning environments have found that traditional classroom control techniques do not work when applied online. Instead, other approaches need to be used. This chapter introduces the concept of knowledge-building as an approach that is effective in online learning,and the concept of protocological control as a means ofcontrolling the communications networks that evolve during the learning process. Data from a study involving students in a gr. 5/6 hybrid (online and face-to-face) class are used to illustrate how the teacher controls the learning process when the students all work independently of each other. The use of social network analysis as a tool for visualizing the communications networks that form is demonstrated.
Web-Based Collaboration and Decision Making Support
Authors: Karacapilidis Nikos , Tzagarakis Manolis 
Published: May 2011

Arguing that a vvaryying levvel of formmalityy needs to be offered in syystemms supporting argummentativvecollaboration, this article proposes an incremmental formmalization approach that has been adopted in the devvelopmment of CoPe_it!, a Web-based tool that commplies with collaborativve principles and practices, andprovvides mmemmbers of commmmunities engaged in argummentativve discussions and decision mmakingprocesses with the appropriate mmeans to collaborate towards the solution of divverse issues. AAccording to the proposed approach, incremmental formmalization can be achievved through the consideration of alternativve projections of a collaborativve workspace.
Metacognition for Enhancing Online Learning
Authors: Chiazzese Giuseppe , Chifari Antonella , Merlo Gianluca , Ottaviano Simona , Seta Luciano 
Published: May 2011

The existing research in the field of traditional didactics shows that students who have good metacognitive skills often achieve better scholastic results. Therefore, it seems that students who are aware of their cognitive processes and are able to self-monitor their learning activities tackle didactic tasks with greater success. The chapter presents an analysis of studies regarding applications ofmetacognition within technological learning environments which have been implemented in the last few years, and this is followed by a description of the features of the Gym2learn system. This system aims to reveal self-regulating processes and guide the student in acquiring all the steps of the executive control of some important comprehension strategies for understanding hypertexts.
Blogging Minds on Web-Based Educational Projects
Authors: Yang Harrison Hao 
Published: May 2011

Weblogs are radically redefining the way people obtain information and the way they teach and learn. This chapter examines issues and problems of typical Web-basededucational projects as gleaned from the literature. It then reveals the potentials and advantages of the Weblog for enhancing those existing Web-based educational projects. It also proposes a new framework which integrates the Weblog as a means for Web-based educational project design, development, and implementation. Finally, it presents a case study which incorporated Weblogs in a specific Web-based educational project - the development of a professional portfolio.
Impacts of Software Agents in eCommerce Systems on Customer's Loyalty and on Behavior of Potential Customers
Authors: Seitz Juergen , Stickel Eberhard , Woda Krzysztof 
Published: May 2011

Most of the software agents only perform simple product price comparisons; some support the purchase of products or the negotiation over multiple terms of a transaction, such as, e. g., warranties, return policies, delivery times and loan options. Auctions help to find an effective pricing mechanism in electronic commerce. The active technologies enabling customers to purchase efficiently force the merchants to offer high personalized, value-added and complementary services. The techniques such as rule-based matching or collaborative filtering provide contents that are appropriate to the customer’s preferences or analyze past purchases of other clients. The one-to-one marketing may be especially useful for sophisticated products demanding explanation or to enable cross-selling of other products. The merchants might achieve additional reduction of transaction costs (especially transport, storage and safety measures) using electronic money systems.
Technical Challenges and Success for Rigid Pipeline with PLET, Jumper and Flying Leads Installation in Conger 9 Field
Authors: Wang Jun , Hagen Rune Krister , Radan Ecaterina , Bullock Jackson D. 
Published: May 2011

Abstract
A 346 m long of 6 inch rigid pipeline with a Single Hub PLET (SHP) at one end and Double Hub PLET (DHP) at the other end was installed in Conger 9 Field for connecting existing Well No. 5 and future Well No. 9 in Garden Bank 215 N/2, Gulf of Mexico. The water depth at the location is approximately 457 m. Three jumpers with two M-shape (2D) and one Z-shape (3D) were installed for Conger 9 field expansion. Flying leads including two EFL and three HFL were also installed. The Well No. 9 was due online at the end of 2009.
This paper will present the highlights of the technical challenges for Acergy Falcon to install the rigid pipeline shorter than water depth with one PLET at each end from the analytical and operation aspects and how the main challenges (e.g. relationship of PLET COG and yoke hinge location, installation stages vs vessel capacity, etc) were overcame. Meanwhile, the difficulties for jumper design and flying leads installation will be also highlighted in this paper. Conclusion, recommendation and lessons learned will be made.

Introduction
The Conger Field is an existing subsea development comprising four wells (and one proposed) tied in to a central manifold located in approximately 1500ft/457m of water in Garden Banks 215 N/2. The manifold is then connected to the host platform by two piggable flowlines. Well No. 9 was connected to a four slot manifold which was already occupied by four wells. Therefore, Conger No. 9 well had to be combined with Well No. 5.
Well No. 8 is 65 ft north of manifold, Well No. 5 is 65 ft southwest of manifold, Well No. 6 is 12,000 feet of manifold, and well No. 4 is 4,900 feet south of manifold. Both Well No. 6 and No. 4 tie back to SHP via a rigid flowline. The proposed fifth well in the development Well GB 215-9 (No. 9) is located approximately a quarter mile west-southwest of the manifold and its production flowline will terminate into a DHP near the existing manifold. Well No. 9 was due online at the end of 2009.
CPT for Soft Sediments and Deepwater Investigations
Authors: Boggess Ron , Robertson Peter 
Published: May 2011

Abstract
As energy exploration moves into deeper water, there is a growing need for high quality in-situ testing of near surface seafloor sediments. The cone penetration test (CPT) has become the primary in-situ test for offshore site investigations, especially in deep water. This paper describes key features for improved accuracy for the CPT with particular emphasis on testing in deepwater. Recent developments in the design of cones and their deployment systems for deepwater and key features for interpretation are also described.

Introduction
There is a growing need for high quality in-situ testing of near surface seafloor sediments for site investigations in deepwater (&gt;1,000m). In deepwater the near surface seafloor sediments are often very soft fine-grained soils with low shear strength. Projects in deepwater often require a variety of structures to be placed on and in the seafloor. Hence, a detailed evaluation of the soft seafloor sediments has become increasingly important. The cone penetration test (CPT) has become the primary in-situ test for offshore site investigations, although full-flow penetrometers (T-bar and Ball-cone) have also become popular in soft sediments.
To measure the in-situ characteristics of soft near surface seafloor sediments requires careful attention to details in cone design and procedures. The following sections describe the main features that are important for accurate measurements using the CPT and briefly discuss key features in interpretation.

Cone design
Lunne et al. (1997) provided a detailed description of developments in CPT equipment, procedures, checks, corrections and standards. However, there are several major issues related to equipment design and procedure that are worth repeating and updating.
Friction sleeve measurements: Sleeve friction values can be very helpful in indentifying soil behavior type (e.g. Robertson, 1990) and aiding in interpretation (e.g. Robertson, 2009). However, it has been documented (e.g. Lunne et al., 1986) that the CPT sleeve friction is generally less accurate than the cone tip resistance. The application and use of CPT sleeve friction values in soft sediments requires accurate measurements. The perceived lack of accuracy has often meant that the CPT sleeve friction values are either ignored or underutilized. The lack of accuracy in fs measurement is primarily due to the following factors (Lunne and Anderson, 2007);Pore pressure effects on the ends of the sleeveTolerance in dimensions between the cone and sleeveSurface roughness of the sleeveLoad cell design and calibration
Offshore Monitoring Campaign on Installation of Suction Piles in Deep Water Fields
Authors: De Vries Jan Pieter , van Drunen Joris , van Dijk Radboud , Zoontjes Richard 
Published: May 2011

Abstract
Within the offshore industry Heerema Marine Contractors (HMC) is known for the semi-submersible crane vessels able to install offshore structures up to 14,000t. Over the last years HMC has also proven to be a leading player in the ultra deep water construction market by setting world records on installation of heaviest structures at the greatest water depths using the Deepwater Construction Vessel (DCV) Balder and Semi-Submersible Crane Vessel (SSCV) Thialf. The installed deepwater subsea structures include flowlines completed with flowline end structures, manifolds and risers. Due to the large lift capacity of the DCV Balder, Heerema Marine Contractors is ready to install these structures in deep water fields up to 3500m. For deployment of structures multiple steel wire hoist arrangements such as the Balder's deepwater crane hoist arrangement, mooring line deployment winch or the support vessel hoist wire are available. Some typical examples of deepwater structure installations performed are shown in figure 1 and 2.