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Community informatics : enabling emancipatory learning
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posted on 2017-12-06, 00:00 authored by Wallace TaylorWallace Taylor, John Dekkers, Barry MarshallBarry MarshallIn this chapter, a philosophical framework used in the development of an online course is provided. This philosophical framework is largely based on sociological theory that argues the need for a student-centered approach to learning in the modern age. The authors argue that this is an appropiate approach for the present and the future, which they consider will increasingly need to address changing learner needs and demands. A learner-centered approach can provide for self-paced learning, peer assessment, and opportunities for interactions with fellow students, work colleagues, and other peers. To date, there have been few examples of the integration of information technologies with emerging trends in distance and lifelong learning.
Funding
Category 1 - Australian Competitive Grants (this includes ARC, NHMRC)
History
Editor
McGill TStart Page
367End Page
396Number of Pages
30ISBN-10
1931777535Publisher
IRM PressPlace of Publication
Hershey, PA, USAOpen Access
- No
External Author Affiliations
Faculty of Informatics and Communication; TBA Research Institute;Era Eligible
- Yes