ERIC Number: EJ948336
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2011
Pages: 11
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ISSN: ISSN-1539-3100
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A FAQ-Based e-Learning Environment to Support Japanese Language Learning
Liu, Yuqin; Yin, Chengjiu; Ogata, Hiroaki; Qiao, Guojun; Yano, Yoneo
International Journal of Distance Education Technologies, v9 n3 p45-55 Jul-Sep 2011
In traditional classes, having many questions from learners is important because these questions indicate difficult points for learners and for teachers. This paper proposes a FAQ-based e-Learning environment to support Japanese language learning that focuses on learner questions. This knowledge sharing system enables learners to interact and share information and knowledge through FAQ and e-mail. Teachers contribute answers to discussion among learners. The system also allows learners to discuss and collaborate, stimulating their motivation to study Japanese as a foreign language. All questions are stored in a FAQ database, allowing other learners to reuse resources, helping learners learn by themselves and reduce teacher workloads. (Contains 4 tables and 4 figures.)
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Electronic Learning, Japanese, Second Language Instruction, College Students, College Faculty, Second Language Learning, Questioning Techniques, Instructional Design, Computer System Design, Questionnaires, Instructional Effectiveness, Faculty Workload, Electronic Mail, Databases, Discussion, Web Based Instruction
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: China; Japan
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