edited by Ronnie Cheung (The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong) , Rynson Lau (City University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong) , & Qing Li (City University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong)

This book provides an up-to-date description of the technical, pedagogical and managerial issues in Web-based learning. The successful application of Web-based learning provides enhancements in workforce performance, helps to lower costs, and encourages innovation for Web-based and distance learning.

The book comprises 26 selected and refereed papers presented at the Third International Conference on Web-based learning by academic researchers and industry developers worldwide. It provides an excellent resource for students, researchers and practitioners involved in Web-based learning.

The proceedings have been selected for coverage in:

• Index to Scientific & Technical Proceedings® (ISTP® / ISI Proceedings)

• Index to Scientific & Technical Proceedings (ISTP CDROM version / ISI Proceedings)

• Index to Social Sciences & Humanities Proceedings® (ISSHP® / ISI Proceedings)

• Index to Social Sciences & Humanities Proceedings (ISSHP CDROM version / ISI Proceedings)

• CC Proceedings — Engineering & Physical Sciences

• System Modeling and Architecture:
  • The Design and Implementation of a Web-based Examination System (X He & W Huang)
  • Web-based Learning Module: Control Systems (C C Chan et al.)
  • Example Uses of a Learning Object (S Williams et al.)
• Web-based Learning Strategies and Standards:
  • Paradigm Shift in Educational Technology and Teachers' Response (H Yan & Q Li)
  • E-Learning Planning Perspective (L Yang)
  • The Development and Applications of E-Learning Technology Standards: The Case of China (Z Zhu & Y Shi)
• Collaborative and Virtual Learning Environments:
  • Developments of Communication Support System for Hearing-Impaired Learners in Collaborative Works (L Kurita et al.)
  • Development of Self and Peer Assessment Items in Web-based Cooperative Learning (C Park)
  • E-Learning: Redefining Tomorrow's Education: Case Study of E-Learning in Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (M Gong & G Z Du)
• Experiences in Web-based Learning:
  • Enhancing Interactivity and Individualized Learning in Online Learning Environment: A Literature Approach (D Wang)
  • Virtual versus Classical Learning and Teaching. Conflict or Mutual Strengthening? (R Tadeusiewicz & J Kusiak)
  • Using E-Learning Platform in Open and Flexible Learning (P Tsang et al.)
  • and other papers