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Model and algorithm of the conceptual scheme formation for knowledge domain in distance learning. (English) Zbl 1142.68538

Summary: The article describes a knowledge model, oriented to the asynchronous mode of distance learning. The formalization of the knowledge model for a given domain, the operations on the knowledge and the algorithm of the knowledge model creation are submitted. All received decisions can be realized in a program environment compatible with the SCORM standard. The described methodology, based on a generalized knowledge model, enables to develop a distance learning course mainly for the fundamental knowledge. In this paper we describe the methodology and illustrate its use through a project to develop a distance learning course for a queuing system. Moreover, a practical application is proposed based on the eQuality project.

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68T35 Theory of languages and software systems (knowledge-based systems, expert systems, etc.) for artificial intelligence
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