A theory of online learning as online participation

In this paper, an initial theory of online learning as online participation is suggested. It is argued that online learner participation (1) is a complex process of taking part and maintaining relations with others, (2) is supported by physical and psychological tools, (3) is not synonymous with tal...

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Published in:Computers and education Vol. 52; no. 1; pp. 78 - 82
Main Author: Hrastinski, Stefan
Format: Journal Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier Ltd 2009
Elsevier
Subjects:
Computer and systems science
Computer Science with specialization in Computer Science Education Research
Data- och systemvetenskap
Datavetenskap med inriktning mot datavetenskapens didaktik
Educational Technology
Electronic Learning
Informatics, computer and systems science
Informatik, data- och systemvetenskap
Learning theory
Online Courses
Online learner participation
Online learning
Participation
SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP
SOCIAL SCIENCES
Statistics, computer and systems science
Statistik, data- och systemvetenskap
Online learning
Learning theory
Online learner participation
ISSN:0360-1315, 1873-782X, 1873-782X
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Summary:In this paper, an initial theory of online learning as online participation is suggested. It is argued that online learner participation (1) is a complex process of taking part and maintaining relations with others, (2) is supported by physical and psychological tools, (3) is not synonymous with talking or writing, and (4) is supported by all kinds of engaging activities. Participation and learning are argued to be inseparable and jointly constituting. The implication of the theory is straightforward: If we want to enhance online learning, we need to enhance online learner participation.
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ISSN:0360-1315
1873-782X
1873-782X
DOI:10.1016/j.compedu.2008.06.009