Development Of A Distance Learning System Based On Social Media Network Model

ABSTRACT

This project focused on the development of a social network based distance learning (elearning)

system. Various existing distance learning programmes were thoroughly

investigated and inherent problems identified. A more robust and better approach is proffered

using the social network model. The unification of these systems will be made feasible by

integrating social network such as skype and facebook with distance learning (e-learning)

protocols. A video based Learning Management System (LMS) and a computer base training

(CBT) is utilized to provide a teaching and learning environment. The methodology used in

this research is Object Oriented Analysis and Design (OOAD). The system is implemented

using HTML and PHP as front-end and MySQL for the back-end. The system was tested and it

meet the specification of the design as students can interact with their tutor, each other in a

collaborative form.