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Presentation Title
Lesson 6
Introduction to Web-Based
Instruction

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Learning Outcomes
 Explain the pedagogical principles behind the development of
web-based instruction.
 Identify and differentiate the three (3) categories of web-based
instruction.
 Relate the instructional value of Web-based instruction in
promoting non-formal education and in functional literacy
programs.
Introduction
The discovery of the World Wide Web in 1993, gave rise to the
development of Web-based Instruction. When you think of Web-based
Instruction, you outright create a mental picture of the Web as the source or
the medium used to deliver instruction. You can also think of Web-based
instruction to connote time and distance in learning.
Lesson 6 introduces Web-based instruction, its brief historical
development and the various categories and teaching approaches. It covers
the similarities and differences of traditional instruction with Web-based
instruction.

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Definition of Web-based Instruction
The use of Web resources has immeasurably increased since the
introduction of the World Wide Web in 1993. The web-based instruction or
the WBI is defined as “hypermedia based instructional program which
utilizes the attributes and resources of the World Wide Web to create a
meaningful learning environment where ;learning is fostered and supported”
(Khan, 1997).
According to Lebow (1993) , and Perkins (1991), Web-based Instruction
or WBI is defined as the application of a repertoire of cognitively-oriented
instructional strategies implemented within a constructivist and collaborative
learning environment, utilizing the attributes and resources of the World
Wide Web.
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Definition of Web-based Instruction
Distance education is one form of web-based instruction that makes use of web
resources. The concept of distance learning, however, is not new in the educational
arena. Historically, it started with the use of correspondence, use of audio and video
technology, use of television satellites and finally the internet and the World Wide Web.
As distance learning continues to evolve, so are the factors that define it.
Zvacek (2004( identifies the following components of distance learning:
 Physical distance that separates teachers and learners;
 Use of mechanical or electronic means to deliver content;
 Interaction between teachers and students; and
 The influence of a formal educational organization that outlines the roles of the
participants, expectations and expected outcomes.
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Definition of Web-based Instruction
As the internet and the web continue to advance in speed and
functionalities web-based instruction is beginning to gain popularity and
worldwide acceptance as an emerging educational practice.
In the Philippines, several higher learning institutions started offering
their own version of WBI programs. We can also observe basic education
institutions adopt blended learning to provide extended learning opportunities
to the students. The onset of K to 12 program prompted the Department of
Education or DepEd to use the blended learning approach in the delivery of
senior high school programs and in addressing the learning styles of our
digital students.
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Categories of Web-based Instruction
There are several broad categories of web-based instruction. Siemens and
Tittenberger (2009) cited three broad categories of web-based instructional programs,
namely: augmented, blended (distributed and hybrid and online (distance).
Augmented
The term augmented came from the root word “augment” which means to
improve, expand, to amplify and increase. Hence, in the augmented category, web-
based instruction is used to extend the physical classroom in order to supplement face-
to-face classroom instruction.
Categories of Web-based Instruction
There are several broad categories of web-based instruction. Siemens and
Tittenberger (2009) cited three broad categories of web-based instructional programs,
namely: augmented, blended (distributed and hybrid and online (distance).
Augmented
The term augmented came from the root word “augment” which means to
improve, expand, to amplify and increase. Hence, in the augmented category, web-
based instruction is used to extend the physical classroom in order to supplement face-
to-face classroom instruction.
Categories of Web-based Instruction
Blended Learning
There are several terminologies associated with blended learning. You must have
heard or encountered in your readings, concepts such as distributed learning, e-
learning, hybrid learning and the like. Do these words mean the same thing?
Blended learning is an instructional method of delivery that combines web-based
instruction with face-to-face classroom instruction.
Online Learning
In online or distance learning category, learning takes place remotely in
asynchronous or in synchronous communication. Online learning is commonly
accepted by adult learners as this instructional method offers flexibility in time and
space.
 Benefits of Web-based Instruction
The turn of the 21st century saw the fast development in Information
Communication or ICT. The internet and the web are seen as communication channels
that outshine all forms of communication media. These phenomenal growth and
developments have challenged educational institutions here and abroad to transform
their educational practices to address the ever growth demand of the digital learners.
Today, many educational institutions and organizations are taking advantage of the
benefits offered by web-based instruction. Thus web-based instruction continues to gain
popularity and world-wide acceptance.
Several studies were conducted to investigate the educational value and benefits of
web-based instruction or the WBI. Some scholars and researchers cited the following
benefits and advantages of web-based instruction:

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Benefits of Web-based Instruction
 Unparalleled access to instructional resources;
 Improvement in learning outcomes (Fletcher, 2001);
 Offers engaging and interactive learning experiences that are open, flexible and
distributed (Kahn, 2001);
 Can be conveniently modified and redistributed, readily accessed and quickly linked to
related sources of knowledge, thus establishing a backbone for “anytime, anywhere”
learning (Fletcher & Dodds, 2001);
 Support management of large class;
 Allows interactions between faculty and students through email, resource sharing, and
collaboration;
 Offers a learner-driven collaborative learning and
 Cost effective
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Benefits of Web-based Instruction

The inherent flexibility feature of the web serve as a powerful tool in the
delivery of distance education programs. It provides a variety of applications
in educational context ranging from simple course administration and student
management to teaching the entire courses online (Olson & Wisher, 2002).

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Application of WBI in Training and in Industry-
Based Organizations
Web-based instruction has long been adopted in training and in other industry-
based organizations. E-banking started in early 90’s and the practice became widely
accepted. The following are some web-based application programs used in business
industries.
Prodmode is a modern full-featured, cloud-based ERP system dedicated to the
apparel and fashion industry. Prodmode offers a better experience. It increases
productivity and greatly reduces error. Push the boundaries of business and get the
tools one needs to succeed. Apparel companies use Prodmode in their production
processes, inventory management, merchandising and sales campaigns by having
mobile accessibility and streamlined data.

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Application of WBI in Training and in Industry-
Based Organizations
The Elastic solution is another web-based programs that features a Digital/Custom Catalog
Builder, Onlinr Order Entry with live ATS and ERP integration, OrdeVisual Assortment Planning
and White Boarding toold. It also leverages the Marketing Assets to make it feel like your B2C
(Business-to-Client) site (Elastic Suite, n.d.).
Today content providers in training organizations deliver online training programs. Human
Resource Mangement organizations use blended learning to deliver their professional
development programs. The primary objective of using blended learning is to cut cost on travel
expenses and optimize productivity time of their employees.
There are other application of Web-based programs in almost all facets of our day-to-day
living. This affirms the limitless value of the internet as powerful communication tool man has
ever invented.

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Learning Activity
Directions:

“Are tomatoes fruits or vegetables?”

Visit this website to http://wonderopolis.org/are-tomatoes-

fruits-or-vegetables/

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Guide Questions

• Name other fruits that are treated like vegetables.

• Construct three (3) higher cognitive questions on this
subject
• To what extent did the website address your predicament
about your tomatoes?
• Relate your acquired knowledge about tomatoes with our
present environmental issues and concerns
• Write your answers on the space provided.
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 Guide Questions
Fruits that are treated like vegetables: ______________
Construct three (3) higher cognitive questions about the subject:
1. _______________________
2. _______________________
3. _______________________
How did this particular website address your predicament on the classification of tomatoes?
______________________________________________________________________________
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Cite specific environmental issues and concerns where you can relate your acquired
knowledge about tomatoes.
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