Abstract
Online interaction creates a desirable learning situation. Transferring traditional instruction to an online environment usually does not generate effective interaction for learning. This paper discusses theories and practices for an interactive collaborative learning community in an online environment. Three theoretical constructs-interactivity, social context, and technologies-are discussed to provide a theoretical foundation. Effective online interactive strategies and activities, communications, online discussions, technology selections, peer evaluations, team moderations, team projects/presentations, and online learning specialists are recommended to maximize online learning interaction.
| Original language | English (US) |
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| Title of host publication | Distance Education |
| Subtitle of host publication | What Works Well |
| Publisher | Taylor and Francis |
| Pages | 51-60 |
| Number of pages | 10 |
| ISBN (Electronic) | 9780203050224 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - Jan 1 2012 |
Keywords
- Active learning
- Computer-mediated communication
- Distance education
- E-learning
- Interaction
- Learning community
- Online collaboration
- Online moderation
- Small group instructional design
- Teamwork
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Computer Science(all)