Utilizing Open Source Tools for Online Teaching and Learning: Applying Linux Technologies

by Chao, Lee

• ISBN13: 9781605663760
• ISBN10: 160566376X
• eBook ISBN(s): 9781605663777
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2009-05-31
• Publisher: Igi Global

Summary

It is necessary for online teaching designers and developers to understand the roles played by open source products in developing and supporting an online learning system.Utilizing Open Source Tools for Online Teaching and Learning: Applying Linux Technologies covers strategies on using and evaluating open source products for online teaching and learning systems. By going through each phase of the development process, this book provides comprehensive coverage on the application of open source products to meet the goals and objectives of instructional technology.

Table of Contents

Foreword	p. viii
Preface	p. x
Acknowledgment	p. xix
Introduction
Introduction to Open Source Products	p. 1
Introduction	p. 1
Background	p. 2
Overview of Open Source Tools	p. 4
Roles of Open Source Technology in Online Teaching	p. 13
Strengths and Weaknesses of Open Source Technology	p. 17
Book Framework	p. 20
Conclusion	p. 25
References	p. 25
Instructional Technology Theory for Online Teaching/Learning System	p. 28
Introduction	p. 28
Background	p. 30
Online Teaching/Learning Needs Analysis	p. 31
Online Teaching/Learning System Design	p. 40
Online Teaching/Learning System Development	p. 45
Online Teaching/Learning System Implementation	p. 50
Online Teaching/Learning System Evaluation	p. 57
Conclusion	p. 57
References	p. 58
Technology Requirements of Online Teaching/Learning Systems	p. 60
Introduction	p. 60
Background	p. 61
Computer System Requirements	p. 63
Network Requirements	p. 70
Learning Management System Requirements	p. 77
Database Management System Requirements	p. 78
Course Material Development Requirements	p. 80
Conclusion	p. 83
References	p. 83
Infrastructure Development for Offering Online Courses
Network Development and Management	p. 86
Introduction	p. 86
Background	p. 87
Client-Server Architecture	p. 89
Network Equipment and Open Source Network Protocols	p. 92
Open Source Network Management Tools	p. 99
Network Management with LDAP	p. 108
Example: Developing Directory Service on Linux with OpenLDAP	p. 114
Conclusion	p. 120
References	p. 120
Server Development and Management	p. 123
Introduction	p. 123
Background	p. 124
Server Platforms and Equipment	p. 126
Open Source Server Operating Systems	p. 130
Installation of Linux Server	p. 151
Web Server Development on Linux for Online Courses	p. 152
Conclusion	p. 158
References	p. 158
Database Development for Online Courses	p. 161
Introduction	p. 161
Background	p. 162
Open Source Database Management Systems	p. 163
Database System Development	p. 168
Database Management	p. 173
DBMS Installation and Configuration on Linux	p. 181
Setting up PHP and MySQL Development Environment	p. 183
Conclusion	p. 184
References	p. 185
Class Management	p. 187
Introduction	p. 187
Background	p. 188
Open Source Learning Management Systems	p. 189
Managing Open Source Learning Management Systems	p. 199
Moodle Installation and Configuration on Linux	p. 213
Setting up Sakai on Linux	p. 215
Conclusion	p. 217
References	p. 217
Security Management	p. 220
Introduction	p. 220
Background	p. 221
Vulnerability Assessment	p. 222
Security Policies	p. 229
Open Source Security Management Tools	p. 232
Enforcing Security Measures on Linux Operating System	p. 242
Setting MySQL Security	p. 245
Conclusion	p. 247
References	p. 248
Client Computer System and Remote Access	p. 251
Introduction	p. 251
Background	p. 252
Linux Desktop Operating System	p. 254
Open Source Desktop Environment	p. 260
Open Source Desktop Application Software	p. 267
Open Source Remote Access Tools	p. 272
Configuring Remote Access on Linux Operating System	p. 274
Setting up Blue for Java Programming Training	p. 275
Conclusion	p. 276
References	p. 277
Course Material Development for Online Courses
Design and Development of Online Course Materials	p. 280
Introduction	p. 280
Background	p. 281
Instructional Design	p. 282
Open Source Course Material Development Tools	p. 289
Example: Online Course Material Development	p. 296
Conclusion	p. 301
References	p. 302
Implementation and Evaluation of Online Courses	p. 305
Introduction	p. 305
Background	p. 306
Deployment of Online Teaching Materials	p. 307
Training and Technical Support Management	p. 311
Online Course Evaluation	p. 319
Conclusion	p. 327
References	p. 328
Trends and Advances
Trends and Advances	p. 331
Introduction	p. 331
Background	p. 332
Trends in Network and Telecommunication	p. 333
Trends in Server Operating Systems	p. 335
Trends in Database Technology	p. 335
Trends in Learning Management Systems	p. 336
Trends in Security Management	p. 336
Trends in Application Software	p. 337
Trends in Instructional Technology	p. 338
Conclusion	p. 339
References	p. 339
About the Author	p. 341
Index	p. 342
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