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Individual and Collaborative Approaches in E-Learning Design

Individual and Collaborative Approaches in E-Learning Design

Abel Usoro, Grzegorz Majewski, Len Bloom
Copyright: © 2012 |Pages: 21
ISBN13: 9781466600119|ISBN10: 146660011X|EISBN13: 9781466600126
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-4666-0011-9.ch514
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Usoro, Abel, et al. "Individual and Collaborative Approaches in E-Learning Design." Virtual Learning Environments: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools and Applications, edited by Information Resources Management Association, IGI Global, 2012, pp. 1110-1130. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-4666-0011-9.ch514

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Usoro, A., Majewski, G., & Bloom, L. (2012). Individual and Collaborative Approaches in E-Learning Design. In I. Management Association (Ed.), Virtual Learning Environments: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools and Applications (pp. 1110-1130). IGI Global. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-4666-0011-9.ch514

Chicago

Usoro, Abel, Grzegorz Majewski, and Len Bloom. "Individual and Collaborative Approaches in E-Learning Design." In Virtual Learning Environments: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools and Applications, edited by Information Resources Management Association, 1110-1130. Hershey, PA: IGI Global, 2012. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-4666-0011-9.ch514

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Abstract

There is no doubt that e-learning is not all about technology but includes the human aspect which is often neglected in studies of e-learning. This chapter addresses the interface between technology and the learner by using cognitive psychology to discuss learning processes in formal and informal groups, investigate how to create competent learning groups, and how to design e-learning to facilitate optimal learning by an individual in a group setting. The chapter proposes an e-learning design based on a blend of cognitive and activity theories. It also presents a pilot empirical study that measured the value of e-learning from four constructs derived from the theories. The result of the study suggests that pure virtual learning environments may not always be the best option as some users require some physical contact. While e-learning may fill many gaps, it should be perceived as a tool that needs to be attended with emotional and social contact.

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