Critical thinking is an important skill, especially in the digital century, when a huge amount of... more Critical thinking is an important skill, especially in the digital century, when a huge amount of information bomb the young, every day, through the web net. The aim of the paper is to describe and introduce the main qualities of critical thinking. We present also how the abilities of well-developed VLE help for the successful growth of students. The good practices that we use to boost critical thinking are discussed. We try to develop critical thinking and logical reasoning skills. These are our main goals in teaching programming. Programming is a complex process where the programmer very often uses most of their time to planning the individual pieces that will come together to make the system works. In the paper, we analyze different strategies that we apply to improve critical thinking: training strategies; strategies for ongoing knowledge testing; evaluation strategies. Each of these aims to develop critical thinking along with mastering programming languages. Implemented strategies in programming training produce positive results, allowing students to grow professionally.
The educational process supported by information and communication technology (ICT) changed the t... more The educational process supported by information and communication technology (ICT) changed the traditional education. Technology is used to create more meaningful and attractive assignments. The report analyzed the influence of available Web-based e-learning materials on students' interest, motivation, lessons attendance and exam success. Power Point presentation technology can engage students by making lectures more interactive and allows lectures to keep track of whether students understand the material.
The following article presents the stages of the designing and development of e-learning courses ... more The following article presents the stages of the designing and development of e-learning courses and their content. The factors, influencing the efficiency of the e-learning courses in the process of their development, are also shown. The good practices in the developmental process for efficient e-courses are presented, and are supported with examples driven form the authors's own experience. Keyword: e-learning, design course, development course, efficient e-course.
The e-learning and multimedia presentations allow tremendous visualization in the field of study ... more The e-learning and multimedia presentations allow tremendous visualization in the field of study as well as unlimited access to the training materials at any possible time. Many investigations showed that the performance of e-learning system improved the quality of the acquire knowledge. Virtual learning becomes an important topic for academic institutions and for researchers. In our investigation we gave the assessments of the current stage of development the VLEs in our institution as well as further strategy for successful expansion and introducing the distance learning. Keywords: e-learning, quality of the education, e-learning based lessons and quizzes
In this report we present the possible solutions for architecture for the Integrated Management I... more In this report we present the possible solutions for architecture for the Integrated Management Information System (IMIS) of Trakia University – Stara Zagora. Several possible implementations for the system are reviewed and compared. The first one takes into consideration the use of regular web servers, connected to databases, along with a backup system. The second one is based on consolidated hardware, using blade servers, on which virtual servers are deployed. The backup system is an iSCSI-based Storage Area Network. The considerations for the selected solution are presented, along with its advantages and disadvantages.
This paper presents an approach to integrate wireless sensor networks (WSN) with the LabVIEW grap... more This paper presents an approach to integrate wireless sensor networks (WSN) with the LabVIEW graphical development environment through a dedicated software driver. As personal contribution, a system architecture and concept implementation are described, in the context of greenhouse/livestock monitoring. Data acquisition is performed via the deployed wireless sensor network with focus on two main parameters: temperature and light. The data logging and monitoring functions are realized through a virtual instrumentation project. This also enables an easy-to-use user interface and the accessibility of data through web server technologies for remote monitoring.
Application of wireless sensors networks (WSN) and PLC control in precision agriculture are consi... more Application of wireless sensors networks (WSN) and PLC control in precision agriculture are considered in the paper. Design & implementation of a wireless sensors networks (WSN) that can monitor the air temperature & light in greenhouse/livestock monitoring. The main purpose is to present on WSN as tool the collection data of sensor nodes that perform a specific task and proposal one technological solution to automatize and improve the management with PLC through OPS server for providing an efficient control mechanism of microclimate in agriculture applications.
Резюме: Анализирането на аспектите за съвременното обучение по програмиране в условията на бързо... more Резюме: Анализирането на аспектите за съвременното обучение по програмиране в условията на бързо развитие на новите информационни и комуникационни технологии позволява да се обогати и разшири концепцията за изграждането на Виртуална лаборатория за обучение по програмиране. Докладът е част от проучване в процеса на нейното създаване. Направен е кратък преглед на традиционния метод на обучение и на приложението на съвременни ИКТ, включващо обсъждане и модифициране на програмен код, представен чрез мултимедия и използване на компютърни игри и софтуерни платформи като инструменти за учене и преподаване. Представени са и виртуални лаборатории и предимствата, които се постигат с прилагането им в обучението по програмиране. Ключови думи: виртуални лаборатории, обучение по програмиране, ИКТ, софтуерни платформи за обучение по програмиране
The article presents a new concept in integrated marketing information system. The concept is con... more The article presents a new concept in integrated marketing information system. The concept is conformable to the possibilities of some new information and communication technologies, standards and protocols. The basic tasks of the Marketing Information System are contingent upon what the integrated system is made of. What is offered here is the integration of the data and the information system on the Internet and Web. We also show the process of integration and the information technologies needed for its realisation. We finally examine the components of the Marketing Information System.
The article presents the results of a research in the field of marketing information technologies... more The article presents the results of a research in the field of marketing information technologies. The subjects of the research are the marketing information systems, mainly the information systems used in the marketing business activities of the studied companies. 25 marketing information systems were covered. Data were collected in the period 1999-2002. A study was conducted on the basis of criteria and preliminary indices. Analysis was made, results were obtained and a concept for the building of a marketing information system of an integrated kind was proposed.
The up-and-coming web services, which are not specialized in e-learning, but have the potential t... more The up-and-coming web services, which are not specialized in e-learning, but have the potential to become far more personal, social and flexible, are a significant part of the current web development stages. The traditional approach to e-learning has been to employ the use of a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), software that is often cumbersome and expensive-and which tends to be structured around courses, timetables, and testing. That is an approach that is too often driven by the needs of the institution rather than the individual learner. In this article we discuss the concept of blogs and their utilization in the Asynchronous online learning form of e-learning education. We have also given a list of the literature references used, a throrough analysis of the results, and we have also compared the distinct characteristics of the blog, when using different types of softwares. We have also discussed the features of the free blogging software.
Contemporary methods and forms are analyzed in the paper. Teaching forms and methods implemented ... more Contemporary methods and forms are analyzed in the paper. Teaching forms and methods implemented in Faculty of Technics and Technologies – Yambol are introduced and compared in the Virtual Laboratory environment: explanatory-illustrative method; programmed method; heuristic method; problem solved method; model made method (V.A. Oganessian classification). The matrix of traditional and contemporary methods and forms is introduced. There is guidance for using a virtual laboratory in programming for a more comprehensive and effective implementation of the methods in the reviewed classification.
The paper is a continuation of the author’s research in the virtual laboratories area. An analysi... more The paper is a continuation of the author’s research in the virtual laboratories area. An analysis of the scientific literature in the area of programming education is provided. Contemporary educational technology in the virtual laboratory environment is discussed. A special attention was paid to the procedural and descriptive aspect of educational technology in programming. The algorithm of the educational process in programming, the set objectives, the program content, the methods and educational tools, which are used for achieving the intended results when using Virtual Laboratory, are described.
The quality of education is a crucial aim. Technology impacts so many areas of modern life. There... more The quality of education is a crucial aim. Technology impacts so many areas of modern life. There are streaming too many information from everywhere, plenty of information. Technology provides a bounty of tools for learning and in the same way of cheating on a exam. The ability to improve quality of education is the main goal to any institution, formal or informal organization for education. In that article we will spoke about the methods that are often use for cheating on e-tests, how we try to prevent that way of practice and what is important teachers to do in order to reduce bad manner of cheating among students.
Critical thinking is an important skill, especially in the digital century, when a huge amount of... more Critical thinking is an important skill, especially in the digital century, when a huge amount of information bomb the young, every day, through the web net. The aim of the paper is to describe and introduce the main qualities of critical thinking. We present also how the abilities of well-developed VLE help for the successful growth of students. The good practices that we use to boost critical thinking are discussed. We try to develop critical thinking and logical reasoning skills. These are our main goals in teaching programming. Programming is a complex process where the programmer very often uses most of their time to planning the individual pieces that will come together to make the system works. In the paper, we analyze different strategies that we apply to improve critical thinking: training strategies; strategies for ongoing knowledge testing; evaluation strategies. Each of these aims to develop critical thinking along with mastering programming languages. Implemented strategies in programming training produce positive results, allowing students to grow professionally.
The educational process supported by information and communication technology (ICT) changed the t... more The educational process supported by information and communication technology (ICT) changed the traditional education. Technology is used to create more meaningful and attractive assignments. The report analyzed the influence of available Web-based e-learning materials on students' interest, motivation, lessons attendance and exam success. Power Point presentation technology can engage students by making lectures more interactive and allows lectures to keep track of whether students understand the material.
The following article presents the stages of the designing and development of e-learning courses ... more The following article presents the stages of the designing and development of e-learning courses and their content. The factors, influencing the efficiency of the e-learning courses in the process of their development, are also shown. The good practices in the developmental process for efficient e-courses are presented, and are supported with examples driven form the authors's own experience. Keyword: e-learning, design course, development course, efficient e-course.
The e-learning and multimedia presentations allow tremendous visualization in the field of study ... more The e-learning and multimedia presentations allow tremendous visualization in the field of study as well as unlimited access to the training materials at any possible time. Many investigations showed that the performance of e-learning system improved the quality of the acquire knowledge. Virtual learning becomes an important topic for academic institutions and for researchers. In our investigation we gave the assessments of the current stage of development the VLEs in our institution as well as further strategy for successful expansion and introducing the distance learning. Keywords: e-learning, quality of the education, e-learning based lessons and quizzes
In this report we present the possible solutions for architecture for the Integrated Management I... more In this report we present the possible solutions for architecture for the Integrated Management Information System (IMIS) of Trakia University – Stara Zagora. Several possible implementations for the system are reviewed and compared. The first one takes into consideration the use of regular web servers, connected to databases, along with a backup system. The second one is based on consolidated hardware, using blade servers, on which virtual servers are deployed. The backup system is an iSCSI-based Storage Area Network. The considerations for the selected solution are presented, along with its advantages and disadvantages.
This paper presents an approach to integrate wireless sensor networks (WSN) with the LabVIEW grap... more This paper presents an approach to integrate wireless sensor networks (WSN) with the LabVIEW graphical development environment through a dedicated software driver. As personal contribution, a system architecture and concept implementation are described, in the context of greenhouse/livestock monitoring. Data acquisition is performed via the deployed wireless sensor network with focus on two main parameters: temperature and light. The data logging and monitoring functions are realized through a virtual instrumentation project. This also enables an easy-to-use user interface and the accessibility of data through web server technologies for remote monitoring.
Application of wireless sensors networks (WSN) and PLC control in precision agriculture are consi... more Application of wireless sensors networks (WSN) and PLC control in precision agriculture are considered in the paper. Design & implementation of a wireless sensors networks (WSN) that can monitor the air temperature & light in greenhouse/livestock monitoring. The main purpose is to present on WSN as tool the collection data of sensor nodes that perform a specific task and proposal one technological solution to automatize and improve the management with PLC through OPS server for providing an efficient control mechanism of microclimate in agriculture applications.
Резюме: Анализирането на аспектите за съвременното обучение по програмиране в условията на бързо... more Резюме: Анализирането на аспектите за съвременното обучение по програмиране в условията на бързо развитие на новите информационни и комуникационни технологии позволява да се обогати и разшири концепцията за изграждането на Виртуална лаборатория за обучение по програмиране. Докладът е част от проучване в процеса на нейното създаване. Направен е кратък преглед на традиционния метод на обучение и на приложението на съвременни ИКТ, включващо обсъждане и модифициране на програмен код, представен чрез мултимедия и използване на компютърни игри и софтуерни платформи като инструменти за учене и преподаване. Представени са и виртуални лаборатории и предимствата, които се постигат с прилагането им в обучението по програмиране. Ключови думи: виртуални лаборатории, обучение по програмиране, ИКТ, софтуерни платформи за обучение по програмиране
The article presents a new concept in integrated marketing information system. The concept is con... more The article presents a new concept in integrated marketing information system. The concept is conformable to the possibilities of some new information and communication technologies, standards and protocols. The basic tasks of the Marketing Information System are contingent upon what the integrated system is made of. What is offered here is the integration of the data and the information system on the Internet and Web. We also show the process of integration and the information technologies needed for its realisation. We finally examine the components of the Marketing Information System.
The article presents the results of a research in the field of marketing information technologies... more The article presents the results of a research in the field of marketing information technologies. The subjects of the research are the marketing information systems, mainly the information systems used in the marketing business activities of the studied companies. 25 marketing information systems were covered. Data were collected in the period 1999-2002. A study was conducted on the basis of criteria and preliminary indices. Analysis was made, results were obtained and a concept for the building of a marketing information system of an integrated kind was proposed.
The up-and-coming web services, which are not specialized in e-learning, but have the potential t... more The up-and-coming web services, which are not specialized in e-learning, but have the potential to become far more personal, social and flexible, are a significant part of the current web development stages. The traditional approach to e-learning has been to employ the use of a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), software that is often cumbersome and expensive-and which tends to be structured around courses, timetables, and testing. That is an approach that is too often driven by the needs of the institution rather than the individual learner. In this article we discuss the concept of blogs and their utilization in the Asynchronous online learning form of e-learning education. We have also given a list of the literature references used, a throrough analysis of the results, and we have also compared the distinct characteristics of the blog, when using different types of softwares. We have also discussed the features of the free blogging software.
Contemporary methods and forms are analyzed in the paper. Teaching forms and methods implemented ... more Contemporary methods and forms are analyzed in the paper. Teaching forms and methods implemented in Faculty of Technics and Technologies – Yambol are introduced and compared in the Virtual Laboratory environment: explanatory-illustrative method; programmed method; heuristic method; problem solved method; model made method (V.A. Oganessian classification). The matrix of traditional and contemporary methods and forms is introduced. There is guidance for using a virtual laboratory in programming for a more comprehensive and effective implementation of the methods in the reviewed classification.
The paper is a continuation of the author’s research in the virtual laboratories area. An analysi... more The paper is a continuation of the author’s research in the virtual laboratories area. An analysis of the scientific literature in the area of programming education is provided. Contemporary educational technology in the virtual laboratory environment is discussed. A special attention was paid to the procedural and descriptive aspect of educational technology in programming. The algorithm of the educational process in programming, the set objectives, the program content, the methods and educational tools, which are used for achieving the intended results when using Virtual Laboratory, are described.
The quality of education is a crucial aim. Technology impacts so many areas of modern life. There... more The quality of education is a crucial aim. Technology impacts so many areas of modern life. There are streaming too many information from everywhere, plenty of information. Technology provides a bounty of tools for learning and in the same way of cheating on a exam. The ability to improve quality of education is the main goal to any institution, formal or informal organization for education. In that article we will spoke about the methods that are often use for cheating on e-tests, how we try to prevent that way of practice and what is important teachers to do in order to reduce bad manner of cheating among students.
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classification). The matrix of traditional and contemporary methods and forms is introduced. There is guidance for using a virtual laboratory in programming for a more comprehensive
and effective implementation of the methods in the reviewed classification.
Contemporary educational technology in the virtual laboratory environment is discussed. A special attention was paid to the procedural and descriptive aspect of educational technology
in programming. The algorithm of the educational process in programming, the set objectives, the program content, the methods and educational tools, which are used for achieving the
intended results when using Virtual Laboratory, are described.
classification). The matrix of traditional and contemporary methods and forms is introduced. There is guidance for using a virtual laboratory in programming for a more comprehensive
and effective implementation of the methods in the reviewed classification.
Contemporary educational technology in the virtual laboratory environment is discussed. A special attention was paid to the procedural and descriptive aspect of educational technology
in programming. The algorithm of the educational process in programming, the set objectives, the program content, the methods and educational tools, which are used for achieving the
intended results when using Virtual Laboratory, are described.