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Methods to achieve effective web-based learning management modules: MyGJU versus Moodle

Feras Al-Hawari¹, Hala Barham², Omar Al-Sawaeer²

¹Department of Computer Engineering, German Jordanian University, Amman, Jordan.

Peerj. Computer Science|May 12, 2021

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Summary

This study introduces MyGJU, an in-house e-learning system designed to improve upon platforms like Moodle. MyGJU offers enhanced features and usability, leading to high acceptance among educators and students for online learning tasks.

Area of Science:

Educational Technology
Computer Science

Background:

Higher education institutions utilize e-learning to enhance educational models.
Commercial or open-source platforms may present challenges in system acceptability, usability, and capability.

Purpose of the Study:

To propose design methods for effective e-learning management capabilities within a university portal (MyGJU).
To address limitations of existing platforms like Moodle by improving system setup, data integrity, security, and collaboration.

Main Methods:

Development of in-house e-learning modules within the MyGJU university portal.
Implementation of features for attendance, coordination, course management, and student tracking.
Application of mechanisms for system setup, data integrity, security, data reuse, version control, and collaboration.
Comparative analysis of MyGJU with Moodle and other in-house systems.
System deployment and user surveys to evaluate acceptance and usability.

Main Results:

MyGJU modules were developed to overcome drawbacks found in Moodle.
System improvements focused on facilitating setup, data integrity, security, data reuse, version control, and collaboration.
Comparative feature analysis was conducted between MyGJU, Moodle, and in-house systems.
User survey results confirmed wide acceptance of MyGJU for basic e-learning tasks.
MyGJU's in-house modules were found to be engaging, easy to use, useful, and interactive.

Conclusions:

MyGJU demonstrates significant advantages over Moodle for basic e-learning tasks.
The in-house e-learning modules in MyGJU are well-received by instructors and students.
MyGJU provides an effective, user-friendly, and engaging platform for online learning in higher education.