A web-based environment for better administration of distance learning courses

The introduction of web technology in course delivery in the Open University of Hong Kong has led to an effective and cohesive teaching and learning environment for course coordinators (CC), tutors and students. More and more distance learning courses have made use of the online platform to deliver course materials, assignments, and teaching schedules. This has led to a change in the working pattern of course coordinators in the University. Teaching staff rely on a convenient and resourceful environment for better administration of their courses. Students are provided with a learning environment with sufficient information given and a good communication channel with their teachers. In this paper, we introduce a web-based course learning system (Course Learning Web - CLW) to ensure smooth course operations and to enhance student comfort levels. The system provides different services that enable students, tutors and course coordinators to interact and communicate effectively during the course of study.