Sazilah Salam

License Plate Recognition (LPR): A Review with Experiments for Malaysia Case Study

Most vehicle license plate recognition use neural network techniques to enhance its computing capability. The image of the vehicle license plate is captured and processed to produce a textual output for further processing. This paper reviews image processing and neural network techniques applied at different stages which are preprocessing, filtering, feature extraction, segmentation and recognition in such way to remove the noise of the image, to enhance the image quality and to expedite the computing process by converting the characters in the image into respective text. An exemplar experiment has been done in MATLAB to show the basic process of the image processing especially for license plate in Malaysia case study. An algorithm is adapted into the solution for parking management system. The solution then is implemented as proof of concept to the algorithm.

A Study of Tracing and Writing Performance of Novice Students in Introductory Programming

The tasks of programming include complex knowledge and skills that is, from understanding problems to evaluating validity of program. Novice students often face difficulties in learning programming due to various issues and the nature of the subject, which can be vague and invisible. A survey was conducted on 294 students from two universities to study novices’ problems in dealing with tracking the logical flow and writing a simple code. The average score for tracking and writing skills were quite disappointing. Students were only able to master the static part of programming knowledge. They lacked the knowledge in understanding and tracing the dynamic behavior of the program. This research attempts to propose a model to shift the internal working memory load of students through integrated visualization tools that can reveal the dynamic behavior of programs and related concepts that appear in each level of program abstractions.

The Utilization of Template Matching Method for License Plate Recognition: A Case Study in Malaysia

Automatic License plate detection and recognition system is special form of optical character recognition and has been an active research domain in image processing field. However, the accuracy is varied due to different styles of number plates endorsed. Besides, the characters on Malaysia license plate are in one or two lines. Thus, the proposed license plate recognition (LPR) technique of this research is able to achieve the best recognition performance based on Malaysia license plate vehicle registration number characters. This paper presents a study of applying the template matching method for character image recognition. The database of characters and license plate image has been created by collecting images from various type of car. The initial pre-processing involves image enhancement, binarization, filtering and segmenting of license plate. There are 100 license plates that contain 693 characters have been tested, and the result shown that 92.78 % of all characters is correctly recognized. Thus, template matching can be classified as one of the promising algorithm for recognizing Malaysia license plate.

User Interface and Interaction Design Considerations for Collaborative Learning Using Augmented Reality Learning Object

Most education is too often about teaching and not enough about learning. It is because students are forced to take whatever it is given to them without considering what they think about it, in other words, they passively take the given knowledge. This paper presents early investigation about interface and interaction design considerations for effective collaborative learning by taking account individual learning preferences and collaborative learning characteristics of engineering students. In our investigation, we follow Felder Silverman Learning Style Model and conducted a test measured using Index Learning Style. As a result, we discovered that engineering students tend to be active, sensory, visual, and sequential. Therefore, we implement augmented reality views to satisfy students’ learning preferences toward content presentation (visual learner). It is also because augmented reality can give rich information toward real objects/environment. For collaborative characteristics, we studied past research on collaborative learning regarding its characteristics that affects learning effectiveness. Besides, our proposed design also considered the user interface principle which provides a guidance to effectively implement our consideration into an interface.

Integration of Visualization Techniques and Completion Strategy to Improve Learning in Computer Programming

Computer Programming is known as a difficult subject that requires complex cognitive task by the majority of students even for those who are taking Computer Science courses. It is normal for programming instructors to provide their students with alternative methods to help them in the learning process. When learning to program for the first time, students and lecturers usually are facing with difficulties in learning and teaching the subject. Mobile learning provides a great opportunity for learners to switch from rigid learning to fun learning using supported elements. The ability of mobile devices only is still not enough for learners to master in learning programming without the right options in techniques applied. This study will explore how Visualization Technique and Completion Strategy can be used to improve learning in a computer programming subject.

Implementation of 3D approach in development of electromagnetic theory courseware

Courseware is always used in teaching and learning environment because of its function and attraction in helping students gaining more knowledge in learning. When users get a better result in academic while using courseware, the courseware can be categorized as excellent courseware. However, some of courseware is not fulfill the requirement by user as user using the courseware, but level of knowledge is not increased especially in engineering subject or more specific, physics. The discussion of this paper is to explain about implementation of 3D approach in developing courseware for engineering student and focus on Electromagnetic Theory subject. The product of this research is known as 3D-EmT courseware.

Online multiple intelligence teaching tools (On-MITT) for enhancing interpersonal teaching activities

The theories of Multiple Intelligence (MI) used in this paper apply to students with interpersonal intelligence who is encouraged to work together in cooperative groups where interpersonal interaction is practiced. In this context, students used their knowledge and skills to help the group or partner to complete the tasks given. Students can interact with each other as they learn and the process of learning requires their verbal and non-verbal communication skills, co-operation and empathy in the group. Meanwhile educators can incorporate cooperative learning in groups in the classroom. On-MITT provides various tools to facilitate lecturers in preparing e-content that applies interpersonal intelligence. With minimal knowledge of Information and Technology (IT) skills, educators can produce creative and interesting teaching activities and teaching materials. The objective of this paper is to develop On-MITT prototype for interpersonal teaching activities. This paper addressed initial prototype of this stud...

Advocating Green Technology Solutions for Sustainable Transport Efficiency: A Preliminary Investigation on Cab Providers and Users in Melaka

Reduced carbon footprints and sustainable public transportation including cab services can be achieved with the applications of suitable green technology. However, to promote the usage of green technology, the technology must not only meet public needs but the public must also appreciate the benefits of adopting green technology in the form of ICT solutions in their routines. Using a theoretical model based on the theory of Technology Acceptance Model (TAM), this study determines the needs for prompt delivery from cab operators as one of the most important modes of public transportation and to develop the appropriate technology applications that would best fulfill these needs. Twenty five cab drivers and users from the state of Malacca were surveyed on their perceptions of existing services as well as suggestions for actions to improve the services. Potential characteristics of green technology for meeting these needs were also identified which will be used for the development of the new technology. Initial findings from this research indicate that ascertaining availability of cab services is an issue that can be alleviated by employing appropriate applications. Important attributes of the ICT solution identified included ease of payment and ease of use.

Development of virtual learning for chemistry subject based on constructivism-contextual approach

This paper highlight the development of virtual learning for chemistry subject. In this research, the term virtual learning is used to show the students may see the real material and simulation that involved in learning process using computer. They also able to interact with the material and apparatus for the experiment. Discussion involved on theoretical framework modeling where it divided into four parts that is analysis, design, development and evaluation. For the second objective, researcher will explained the architecture of development of this Virtual Learning. While designing the development of Virtual Learning, researcher has used learning theory approach such as constructivism and contextual. The learning concept that are used in this Virtual Learning is education, simulation, animation to create virtual based on learning.