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The Nature Of Complex Blends: Transformative Problem-Based Learning And Technology In Irish Higher Education, Roisin Donnelly
The Nature Of Complex Blends: Transformative Problem-Based Learning And Technology In Irish Higher Education, Roisin Donnelly
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This chapter discusses the complexities of blending technologies and problem-based learning (PBL) group interaction within the context of academic development in higher education. For both designers and tutors, it is important to seek best practices for combining instructional strategies in face-to-face and computer-mediated environments that take advantage of the strengths of each and avoid inherent weaknesses. A qualitative case study of the lived experiences of 17 academic staff participants in a blended PBL module over a two year period was considered likely to provide a much-needed analysis of current thinking and practice on the potential of interaction in this form …
Opening Online Academic Development Programmes To International Perspectives And Dialogue, Roisin Donnelly, Catherine Manathunga
Opening Online Academic Development Programmes To International Perspectives And Dialogue, Roisin Donnelly, Catherine Manathunga
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Professional development for academic staff in higher education is receiving increasing attention. The focus has been on providing an opportunity for academic staff to enhance their effectiveness in meeting changing needs and roles in higher education. Inherent in this changing role has been meeting the challenges of technology-infused learning environments available for use today. This chapter explores the potential of online academic development programmes to increase collaboration and dialogue amongst participants through integrating opportunities for online interaction. By spotlighting two particular postgraduate programmes in Ireland and Australia, the chapter reports on present experiences of integrating international guests and considers the …