Learning object
Antonio Pierro @antonio_pierro_
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What is a learning object?
- A learning object is a digital resource that can be used to support learning activities.
- The learning objects must have an external structure of information to facilitate their identification, storage and retrieval: the metadata[2].
LEGO metaphor
- The LEGO metaphor fits the way people think about learning objects.
- Any LEGO block is combinable with any other LEGO block.
- LEGO blocks can be assembled in any manner you choose.
- LEGO blocks are so fun and simple that anyone can put them together[1].
The atom metaphor
- An atom is a small "thing" that can be combined with other atoms to form larger "things."
- Not every atom is combinable with every other atom.
- Atoms can only be assembled in certain ways prescribed by their structure.
- Expertise is required in order to assemble atoms.