This paper discusses VideoTalk, a new system for permitting different people from different places to share their views about video content. Several unique features of this application include the shared video player with multi-point VCR control, dynamic speed adjustment, and ability to show dynamic object markers. The video player window of the VideoTalk acts as a shared whiteboard with tele-p...

Collaborative learning is one of the many student-centered approaches that matches with the philosophy of contemporary perspectives on learning and teaching aiming to promote higher achievement, more positive interpersonal relationships and greater psychological health. The author attempts to examine if the Web can promote collaborative learning. Thirty-four pre-service student teachers partici...

Given the increased focus on e-learning, educators are interested in finding new ways to incorporate techniques that foster active learning. To leverage the asynchronous nature of e-learning settings and provide collaborative learning opportunities for participants that go beyond mere information exchange, this paper proposes an integrated model of collaboration and elearning. This approach tie...

Many Information Technology (IT) tools now exist to support collaborative working between engineering organisations. These often address operational issues rather than tactical or strategic issues. In particular, there are no effective tools for collaborative project planning between project partners. An electronic engineering hub (e-Hub) is considered useful in this regard. This paper presents...

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The employment of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) has greatly facilitated the lives humans. Due to mass manufacturing consumer and support related scientific research, it can now be used in lighting shows, jungle search-and-rescues, topographical mapping, disaster monitoring, sports event broadcasting, among many other disciplines. Some applications have stricter requirements for autonomous pos...