The key elements for design of online learning resources in the field of European Integration Studies : a case of European NAvigator

摘要

The aim of this study was to describe current usage patterns of Online Learning Resourcesin the field of the European Integration Studies. The ultimate goal is to develop the theoreticalframework of pedagogical elements which are specific for this scientific field and needed for thesuccessful design of Online Learning Resources.There was one main sample group. Those were the university level teachers, who areteaching courses related to History, Economics, Law or Political science, but within the EuropeanIntegration Studies. All participants completed the same survey, which consisted of multiplechoice questions, rating scales evaluating importance of some OLRs aspects, and open-endedquestions about preferences when using applications. In addition to this survey, four interviewswere conducted with four university professors teaching four different subjects related to theEuropean Integration.Findings indicate that teachers' pedagogical beliefs and educational theory which theyfollow play important role in the way they chose and use Online learning resources. Somedifferences are apparent also within the four mentioned subjects. Finally, a key set ofpedagogical elements needed for design of Online learning resources was provided.