ABSTRACT
This chapter deals with an open learning technology specification called Educational Modelling Language (EML), which is the first implementation of a general set of notions as presented in the domain model for integrated e-learning (see Chapter 5). EML is defined as ‘a semantic information model and binding, describing the content and process within a “unit of study” from a pedagogical perspective in order to support re-use and interoperability’ (Rawlings et al, 2002). The development of this language should be seen in the broad perspective of working towards an instrumentation for the creation of effective, efficient, attractive integrated e-learning environments. The Introduction stresses that requirements for e-learning environments are becoming more complex, thereby increasing the need for an integrated approach. The challenge for the development of EML has been to adhere to these requirements.
