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An Evolving Assessment Model For Learning Communities, Lynn D. Akey
An Evolving Assessment Model For Learning Communities, Lynn D. Akey
Lynn D. Akey, Ph.D.
No abstract provided.
Creating Communities Of Learning, Lynn D. Akey
Creating Communities Of Learning, Lynn D. Akey
Lynn D. Akey, Ph.D.
No abstract provided.
Adventure Education And Learning Communities: Linking Classroom Learning With Everyday Life, Andrew J. Bobilya, Lynn D. Akey
Adventure Education And Learning Communities: Linking Classroom Learning With Everyday Life, Andrew J. Bobilya, Lynn D. Akey
Lynn D. Akey, Ph.D.
No abstract provided.
Interaction Online: Above And Beyond The Requirements Of Assessment, Meg O'Reilly, Diane Newton
Interaction Online: Above And Beyond The Requirements Of Assessment, Meg O'Reilly, Diane Newton
Dr Meg O'Reilly
Today’s literature is filled with new paradigms for learning, specifically in relation to the increasing adoption of computer-mediated techniques for interactive learning. In many cases, learning may now be enhanced through the experience of a shared online environment for critical discussion, knowledge building and the establishment of supportive social communities. Research data obtained from social science students at Southern Cross University over two semesters reveals students’ perceptions of the importance of online discussion whether these are assessable or not. This paper presents some findings and explores the impact of the emergence of a student-centred social learning environment.
Interaction Online: Above And Beyond The Requirements Of Assessment, Meg O'Reilly, Diane Newton
Interaction Online: Above And Beyond The Requirements Of Assessment, Meg O'Reilly, Diane Newton
Dr Meg O'Reilly
Today’s literature is filled with new paradigms for learning, specifically in relation to the increasing adoption of computer-mediated techniques for interactive learning. In many cases, learning may now be enhanced through the experience of a shared online environment for critical discussion, knowledge building and the establishment of supportive social communities. Research data obtained from social science students at Southern Cross University over two semesters reveals students’ perceptions of the importance of online discussion whether these are assessable or not. This paper presents some findings and explores the impact of the emergence of a student-centred social learning environment.
Supporting Learning Communities For Children On Think.Com, Elizabeth Hartnell-Young, Karen Corneille
Supporting Learning Communities For Children On Think.Com, Elizabeth Hartnell-Young, Karen Corneille
Dr Elizabeth Hartnell-Young
This paper considers the extent to which the free, password-protected online community environment of the Oracle Education Foundation's Think.com supports children's learning. Using an interpretive approach, we analysed the uses of the environment within a broad frame of digital literacies, social interaction and facilitated collaboration, in order to identify potential for, and instances of, learning. We found that many children engaged readily with the site to display a range of digital literacies and to communicate with others, and that teachers and facilitators played a powerful role in mediating learning, managing the communities, setting guidelines for participation, and linking students with …