Computer-Supported Collaborative Learning Case Study

Recent interest in computer-supported collaborative learning (CSCL) has prompted educators to incorporate communication tools into their courses. This article reports findings of students' use of two Web-based discussion forums across two semesters to supplement face-to- face instruction. By tracking the discussions, we discovered that when students initiated reflection and integration of perspectives, they did so through concessions and oppositions to the postings of their peers. Findings point to the importance of explicit scaffolding of conversations to encourage student sharing and evaluation of perspectives.

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Computer Supported Collaborative Learning and Higher Order Thinking Skills: A Case Study of Textile Studies

Interdisciplinary Journal of e-Skills and Lifelong Learning ◽

10.28945/69 ◽

2009 ◽

Vol 5 ◽

pp. 145-167 ◽

Cited By ~ 5

Author(s):

Ada W. W. Ma

Keyword(s):

Collaborative Learning ◽

Higher Order Thinking ◽

Thinking Skills ◽

Higher Order ◽

Computer Supported Collaborative Learning ◽

Higher Order Thinking Skills

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Drawing on Design to Improve Evaluation of Computer Supported Collaborative Learning

Online Collaborative Learning ◽

10.4018/978-1-59140-174-2.ch013 ◽

2004 ◽

pp. 281-310

Author(s):

John B. Nash ◽

Christoph Richter ◽

Heidrun Allert

Keyword(s):

Social Context ◽

Collaborative Learning ◽

Human Computer Interaction ◽

Learning Environments ◽

Program Theory ◽

Computer Supported Collaborative Learning ◽

Theoretical Frameworks ◽

Design Learning ◽

Evaluative Thinking

This chapter addresses theoretical frameworks for the evaluation of computer-supported learning environments. It outlines the characteristics and obstacles this evaluation must face with regard to projects that design learning experiences, stressing the notion that human-computer interaction is imbedded in social context that is complex and dynamic. The authors examine how scenario-based design and program theory can contribute to the design and evaluation of computer-supported collaborative learning (CSCL) and present a case study in which both approaches are applied. Based on the revealed complementary frameworks, a compelling approach is drafted that combines both of them. Our goal is to make CSCL designers more aware of the benefits of evaluative thinking in their work and to introduce two tangible approaches to evaluation that, when implemented as a design step, can strengthen CSCL initiatives.

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Supporting Collaborative Project Teams Using Computer-Based Technologies

Online Collaborative Learning ◽

10.4018/978-1-59140-174-2.ch001 ◽

2004 ◽

pp. 1-27 ◽

Cited By ~ 8

Author(s):

Sue Bennett

Keyword(s):

Collaborative Learning ◽

Postgraduate Education ◽

Project Teams ◽

Computer Supported Collaborative Learning ◽

Student Teams ◽

Online Tools ◽

Computer Based ◽

The Subject ◽

Practical Implications

This chapter considers computer-supported collaborative learning within the context of a technology-supported project-based subject offered to advanced-level students in a postgraduate education program. The subject was the focus of a qualitative case study investigation that revealed how student teams worked together on an authentic project task and the role online tools play in supporting their collaboration. This chapter discusses the research and conceptual literature that informed the design of the learning environment, the nature of the research study and the relevant findings, and some of the practical implications for teachers and designers in selecting online tools to support collaborative learning.

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A Case Study on Computer Supported Collaborative Learning in Spanish Schools

Journal of Information Technology Research ◽

10.4018/jitr.2016040105 ◽

2016 ◽

Vol 9 (2) ◽

pp. 89-102

Author(s):

Marcos Cabezas ◽

Sonia Casillas ◽

Azucena Hernández

Keyword(s):

Collaborative Learning ◽

Data Collection ◽

Learning Strategies ◽

Document Analysis ◽

Semantic Differential ◽

Computer Supported Collaborative Learning ◽

Data Collection And Analysis ◽

Constructing Knowledge ◽

And Control

This article presents the main results from eight case studies carried out at different Spanish schools. Using a common protocol, the authors compared different cases of schools in which computer-supported collaborative learning experiences were carried out in order to identify what standard actions they had in common. In order to facilitate data collection and analysis, the authors opted for a mixed methodology, the instruments being interviews, observation, document analysis, a monitoring guide for the teachers and a semantic differential for the students. It was concluded that collaborative learning strategies favour students, since all of them benefit from constructing knowledge together, sharing responsibilities, taking ideas more in depth, having greater autonomy and control over their own learning, and helping each other in the process.

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Computer-Supported Collaborative Learning and Assessment

Learning and Performance Assessment ◽

10.4018/978-1-7998-0420-8.ch019 ◽

2020 ◽

pp. 389-413

Author(s):

Joyce W. Gikandi

Keyword(s):

Data Analysis ◽

Collaborative Learning ◽

Online Education ◽

Descriptive Statistics ◽

Multiple Sources ◽

Computer Supported Collaborative Learning ◽

Collective Case Study ◽

Course Content ◽

Gradual Process

This chapter focuses on re-interpreting the findings of a recent study based on collaborative learning perspectives. The study utilized a case study design in which two online postgraduate courses were investigated as a collective case study. Online observations, analysis of the archived course content and interview transcripts were used as data collection techniques. The data from multiple sources were triangulated. Qualitative techniques were used in data analysis and descriptive statistics were integrated to extend the meaning of qualitative data. The findings of the study suggest that social interactivity is pivotal to facilitating meaningful learning in formal online education. The findings further illustrate that development of productive communities in continuing (in-service) education is a gradual process that evolves through four stages starting from community of interest to community of practice.

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