Abstract

Pondering on online learning supported by intelligent network system from the perspective of learners- A case study of Peking University summer school 2013

Author(s): Zhongmei Zhang

"Summer School" originated in Harvard University, which aims to meet the learning demands of students as well as thelifelong learning needs. Peking University was the first to run a "Summer School" in China. On July 6, 2013, Peking University Graduate School of Education's "New Media and Learning" summer school officially commenced, the online courselearning via intelligent network system platformadopted a variety of ways of learning such as lectures, expert talks, group activities and seminars, so that learners can learn about the forefront academic advances and the latest research achievements in educational technology profession. Under the support of online course, the author, as one of the online students, has personally experienced the learning of new technologies and knowledge. This paper aims to experience online learning and ponder on existing problems from learners' perspective, with the intention of enhancing the quality of online learning.