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Introduction to
Lesson 6
Web-Based
Instruction
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Learning Outcomes:
Explain the pedagogical principles behind the
development of web-based instruction
Identify and differentiate the three (3)
categories of web-based instruction.
Relate the instructional value of Web-based
instruction in promoting non-formal education
and in functional literacy programs.
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Introduction
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The discovery of World Wide Web in 1993, gave
rise to the development of Web-Based Instruction.
When you think of Web-based Instruction, you
outright create a mental picture of the Web as the
source, or the medium used to deliver instruction.
Yo u c a n a l s o t h i n k o f W e b - b a s e d i n s t r u c t i o n t o
connote time and distance in learning.
Lesson 6 introduces Web-based instruction, its
brief historical developments and the various
categories and teaching approaches. It covers the
similarities and differences of traditional
instruction with Web-based instruction.
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Definition of Web-based Instruction
• The Web-based instruction or the WBI is defined as a “hypermedia based
instructional program which utilizes the attributes and resources of the World
Wide Web to create a meaningful learning environment where learning is
fostered and supported” (Khan, 1997)
• According to Lebow (1993), and Perkins (1991), Web-based instruction or
WBI is defined as the application of a repertoire of cognitively-oriented
instructional strategies implemented within a constructivist and collaborative
learning environment, utilizing the attributes and resources of the World Wide
Web.
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Web-based Instruction
Distance education is one form of web- Zvacek (2004) identifies the following
based instruction that makes use of components of distance learning:
web resources. The concept of Physical distance that separates the
distance learning, however, is not new teacher and learners;
in the educational arena. Historically, it Use of mechanical or electronic
started with the use of means to deliver content;
correspondence, use of audio and Interaction between teachers and
video technology, use of television students; and
satellites and finally the internet and The influence of a formal
the World Wide Web. As distance educational organization that outlines
learning continues to evolve, so are the roles of the participants,
expectations and expected outcomes.
the factors that define it.
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Web-based Instruction
There are several broad categories of web-based instruction. Siemens and Tittenberger (2009) cited
three broad categories of web-based instructional programs; namely augmented, blended (distributed
and hybrid), and online (distance).
AUGMENTED BLENDED ONLINE
LEARNING LEARNING
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AUGMENTED
The term augmented came
from the root word “augment”
which means to improve, expand,
to amplify and increase. Hence,
in the augmented category, web-
based instruction is used to extend
the physical classroom in order to
supplement face-to-face
instruction.
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Web-based Instruction
BLENDED LEARNING
You must have heard or
encountered in your readings,
concepts such as distributed
learning, e-learning, hybrid
learning and the like. Blended
learning is an instructional method
of delivery that combines web-
based instruction with face-to-face
classroom instruction.
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ONLINE LEARNING
In online or distance
learning category, learning takes
place in asynchronous and in
synchronous communication.
Online learning is commonly
accepted by adult learners as this
instructional method offers
flexibility in time and space.
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of Web-based style
Instruction
The turn of the 21st Century saw the fast development in Information
Communication Technology (ICT). The internet and the web are seen as
communication channels that outshine all forms of communication media.
These phenomenal growth and development have challenged educational
institutions here and abroad to transform their educational practices to
address the ever-growing demand of the digital learners. Today, many
educational institutions and organizations are taking advantage of the benefits
offered by web-based instruction. Thus web-based instruction continues to
gain popularity and worldwide acceptance.
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Instruction
Several studies were conducted to investigate the educational value and benefits of
web-based instruction or the WBI. Some scholars and researchers cited the following benefits
and advantages of web-based instruction:
Unparalleled access to instructional resources; Allows interactions between faculty and students
Improvement in learning outcomes (Fletcher, through email, resource sharing, and
2001); collaboration;
Offers engaging and interactive learning Offers a learner-driven collaborative learning
experiences that are open, flexible and environment; and
distributed (Kahn, 2001); Cost effective
Can be conveniently modified and redistributed,
readily accessed, and quickly linked to related
sources of knowledge, thus establishing a
backbone for “anytime, anywhere” learning
(Fletcher & Dodds, 2001);
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Support management of large class; 11
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Application of WBI in Training and in Industry-Based
Organizations
Web-based instruction has long been adopted in training and in other
industry-based organizations. E-banking started in early 90’s and the
practice became widely accepted. The following are some web-based
application programs used in business and industries.
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Application
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Based Organizations
Prodmode is a modern full-featured, cloud-based ERP
system dedicated to the apparel and fashion industry. Prodmode
offers a better experience. It increases productivity and greatly
reduces error. Push the boundaries of business and get the
tools one needs to succeed. Apparel companies use Promode in
their production processes, inventory management,
merchandising and sales campaigns by having mobile
accessibility and streamlined data.
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Based Organizations
The Elastic solution is another Web-based program that features a Digital/Custom
Catalog Builder, Online Order Entry with live ATS and ERP integration, Orde Visual
Assortment Planning and White Boarding tools. It also leverages the Marketing Assets to
make it feel like your B2C (Business-to-Client) site (Elastic Suite, n.d.).
Today content providers in training organizations deliver online training programs.
Human Resource Management organizations use blended learning to deliver their
professional development programs. The primary objective of using blended learning is
to cut cost on travel expenses and optimize productivity time of their employees.
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Prepared by:
Lysa M. Beltran
BSED English 3B
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