High Performance Publisher/Subscriber Communication for Adaptive, Collaborative Web-Based Learning

Publisher: IGI Global_journal

E-ISSN: 1539-3119|1|3|14-27

ISSN: 1539-3100

Source: International Journal of Distance Education Technologies (IJDET), Vol.1, Iss.3, 2003-07, pp. : 14-27

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Abstract

The inability of current Internet-based learning systems to deal with different kinds of learners and the high cost of developing a new learning system are well-known problems in e-learning. To overcome these problems, we have designed a learning middleware suite, called the Collaborative and Sharable Learning (CoSL) system. CoSL is a tool set for building e-learning systems and for developing course materials for an e-learning environment. Given the geographic distribution of the components of a Web-based e-learning system, it is crucial to support fast communication between providers and consumers of e-learning course materials. In this paper, a high performance Publisher/Subscriber communication system has been designed for real-time communication between participants. CoSL allows us to build and manage global real-time learning systems in a distributed and heterogeneous environment.