Abstract
E-learning is the process of acquiring knowledge through electronic devices such as computers and smart devices connected to the internet, facilitating users to learn anytime and anywhere. E-learning through modern virtual classroom platforms combines a variety of technological tools aiming at successful and effective distance learning, enhancing the sense of social presence and team spirit among students, while allowing teachers to communicate with students in ways that traditional in-person learning does not offer. This article addresses the issue of evaluating e-learning systems that utilize the virtual classroom model, highlighting the features and requirements they must meet. As such, an ISO-based standard for the evaluation of e-learning platforms in a virtual classroom is proposed, aiming at the satisfaction of students and teachers. Finally, four modern software products that are widely used for the e-learning process in a virtual classroom are assessed, based on the proposed evaluation standard.
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G2: Simple comparison among software and users’ rating, www.g2.com/compare/adobe-connect-vs-blackboard-collaborate-vs-learncube-vs-vedamo-virtual-classroom, last accessed 2021/31/12.
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Coulianos, N., Sapalidou, A., Krouska, A., Troussas, C., Sgouropoulou, C. (2023). Evaluating E-Learning Process on Virtual Classroom Systems Using an ISO-Based Model. In: Krouska, A., Troussas, C., Caro, J. (eds) Novel & Intelligent Digital Systems: Proceedings of the 2nd International Conference (NiDS 2022). NiDS 2022. Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems, vol 556. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-17601-2_4
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