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Interactivity in Web-Based Learning

Interactivity in Web-Based Learning

Adams Bodomo
Copyright: © 2006 |Volume: 1 |Issue: 2 |Pages: 13
ISSN: 1548-1093|EISSN: 1548-1107|ISSN: 1548-1093|EISBN13: 9781615204793|EISSN: 1548-1107|DOI: 10.4018/jwltt.2006040102
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Bodomo, Adams. "Interactivity in Web-Based Learning." IJWLTT vol.1, no.2 2006: pp.18-30. http://doi.org/10.4018/jwltt.2006040102

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Bodomo, A. (2006). Interactivity in Web-Based Learning. International Journal of Web-Based Learning and Teaching Technologies (IJWLTT), 1(2), 18-30. http://doi.org/10.4018/jwltt.2006040102

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Bodomo, Adams. "Interactivity in Web-Based Learning," International Journal of Web-Based Learning and Teaching Technologies (IJWLTT) 1, no.2: 18-30. http://doi.org/10.4018/jwltt.2006040102

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Abstract

This article discusses one of the main features of ICT—interactivity. Drawing from many years of Web-based course design and delivery at the University of Hong Kong, it is argued that enhanced interactivity is the single most important reason why teachers should practice Web-based teaching. The notion of conversational learning community (CLC) as a kind of constructivist learning environment is introduced. It is shown that instructional interactivity, defined as active communication in a conversational learning community between instructor(s), learners, course materials, and links to remote experts and resources, is a central aspect of the learning situation. A practical implementation of the CLC model is presented through describing the interactive features of a Web-based course using WebCT. It is concluded that Web-based teaching actually enhances interactivity both within and beyond the classroom setting.

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