Tool for creating learning modules developed on the basis of open source OpenScholar software

Abstract

The article deals with developmental work of Sisu@UT tool (https://sisu.ut.ee) for creating learning modules developed on the basis of free open source OpenScholar software project. The tool enables the creation of interactive learning modulesthat support all the stages of the learning process and help students to achieve learning outcomes. Teachers of theUniversity of Tartu can experience web- based cooperation when using the tool. The main functionalities of OpenScholarsoftware and some integrated modules/plugins (quiz, webform and glossary module, multiple content editor and popupplugins) are introduced. Sisu@UT tool contains many other custom developments to the core of OpenScholar required to beused effectively in e-learning. These include the addition of metadata, site categories, developed custom themes andincluded Drupal’s Sweaver editor.

Sisu@UT (that has received very positive feedback from its users) is the only free open source software which enables to addand change interactive features online inside the same web site/learning module. It makes the management of learningmodules easier and less time consuming than other similar offline tools or online tools that do not enable to add interactive elements.