Technology [I-L]
IT training
A combination of desktop training and information systems and technical training. Includes training in areas such as system infrastructure software, application software, and application development tools.
Java
An object-oriented programming language, developed by Sun Microsystems, that is platform independent (i.e., works on Windows, Mac OS, Linux). Java is often used to write "java applets," which are small applications that can be embedded into web pages, giving the pages sophisticated functionality.
JavaScript
A fairly simple programming language compared to languages like Java and C++ developed by Netscape that allows web authors to give functionality to web pages. Common functions created with JavaScript are image rollovers (an image that changes when you scroll your mouse over it), browser detection, and pop-up windows.
JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group)
Refers to an image file format popular for delivery over the Web because of its relatively high quality and low file size. Before uploading JPEGs to the Web, users can determine the amount of compression assigned to them-usually on a scale from 1 to 10. Recommended file type for photographic images.
Just-in-time (JIT)
Characteristic of e-learning in which learners are able to access the information they need exactly when they need it.*
KB (kilobyte)
1,024 bytes.
Knowledge base
A specialized database that stores knowledge assets.
Knowledge management
The process of capturing, organizing, and storing information and experiences of workers and groups within an organization and making them available to others via a central or distributed electronic environment (often in a database called a knowledge base).
LCMS (learning content management system)
see Course Management System
Learning
A cognitive and/or physical process in which a person assimilates information and temporarily or permanently acquires or improves skills, knowledge, behaviors, and/or attitudes.
Learning environment
The physical or virtual setting in which learning takes place.
Learning object
A reusable, media-independent collection of information used as a modular building block for e-learning content. Learning objects are most effective when organized by a meta data classification system and stored in a data repository such as an LCMS.
Learning objective
A statement establishing a measurable behavioral outcome, used as an advanced organizer to indicate how the learner's acquisition of skills and knowledge is being measured.
Learning platforms
Internal or external sites often organized around tightly focused topics, which contain technologies (ranging from chat rooms to groupware) that enable users to submit and retrieve information.
Learning portal
Any web site that offers learners or organizations consolidated access to learning and training resources from multiple sources. Operators of learning portals are also called content aggregators, distributors, or hosts.
Learning solution
1) Any combination of technology and methodology that delivers learning.
2) Software and/or hardware products that suppliers tout as answers to business training needs.
Learning space
An imaginary geography in which the learning enterprise flourishes. Mapped by market analysts and mined by consultants, this territory is a recent annexation to the business landscape.
Link (aka hyperlink)
The result of HTML markup signifying to a browser that data within a document will automatically connect with either nested data or an outside source. Used in the design of hypertext.
LISTSERV
E-mail list management software developed by L-Soft International. See also e-mail list and mailman.
Localization
The tailoring of an offering to meet the specific needs of a geographic area, product, or target audience.
Log in/log on
To establish a connection over a network or modem with a remote computer to retrieve or exchange information.
Log off
To terminate a connection to a computer or network.
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