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Engaging online learners 1

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In order to rationalise activities within such a collaborative space, it is prudent to identify a framework within which activities can be defined. 1995) Social presence theory and implications for interaction and collaborative learning in computer conferences. 2009) Destructive creativity on the social web. Wheeler, S.

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Engaging online learners 2

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Photo from Pxhere In my previous blog post I remarked that engaging learners can be difficult in any context, but is often harder in online environments. I also mentioned a very useful model that promotes creative, collaboration online writing. 2009) Destructive creativity on the social web. References Gunawardena, C.

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Engaging online learners 3

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Photo by Steve Wheeler In previous posts here and also here , I wrote about how to engage learners in online collaborative writing. 1995) Social presence theory and implications for interaction and collaborative learning in computer conferences. Graphics and concept by Steve Wheeler Reference Gunawardena, C.

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Making an impact

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You can promote collaborative learning through group work, create authentic learning opportunities, and even set up a makerspace in the corner of the room. Posted by Steve Wheeler from Learning with e's. You can rip it all up and start over again. Try it all. Students will remember that for the rest of their lives.

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Active learning spaces

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Recently I wrote about collaborative learning spaces , and argued that we are entering unfamiliar territory. It appears that it no longer matters where learning occurs, as long as it is meaningful. Some might argue that learning that is situated is the most powerful. Posted by Steve Wheeler from Learning with e''s.

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The AfL truth about assessment

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Should there now be more emphasis on problem solving, team working and collaborative learning? Assessment should be primarily about helping students to learn better. Photo from Wikimedia Commons by Hariadhi Who put the ass in assessment? Photo from Wikimedia Commons by Hariadhi Who put the ass in assessment?

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eXSpace exploration

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Firstly, it will support collaborative learning in numerous ways, not least because students could use the board for the purposes of brainstorming ideas, organising their projects, mapping out alternative approaches to solving a problem, group mind mapping, and so on. Posted by Steve Wheeler from Learning with e's.

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