- Author
- Kear, Karen
- Publisher
- Routledge, New York, NY
- ISBN
- 9780415872478
- Table of Contents
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List of Figures
List of Tables
List of Case Studies
Series Editor's Foreword
Acknowledgements
ch. 1 Introduction
ch. 2 Theories of Learning in Online Communities
ch. 3 Tools for Online Learning Communities
ch. 4 Benefits and Problems of Online Learning Communities
ch. 5 Too Much Information
ch. 6 Feeling Connected
ch. 7 In Real Time
ch. 8 Assessment for Learning in Online Communities
ch. 9 Supporting Online Learning Communities
References
Index
Online and Social Networking Communities is a professional guide written for educational practitioners and trainers who wish to use online communication tools effectively in their teaching. Focusing on the student experience of learning in online communities, it addresses ‘web 2.0’ and other ‘social software’ tools and considers the role these technologies play in supporting student learning and building learning communities.
The guide offers:
• real-world case studies and quality research
• must-have lists of useful resources
• guidance on building and supporting online learning communities
• discussion of how collaborative learning can be assessed
• coverage of wikis, forums, blogging, instant messaging, Second Life, Twitter, desktop videoconferencing and social networking sites such as Facebook.
Online and Social Networking Communities helps educators and trainers develop a critical approach by exploring online learning from both the student’s and educator’s perspective. This practical guide provides the tools to help develop confident and thoughtful online educators, able to create successful and enjoyable learning experiences for their students. (From the Publisher)
The guide offers:
• real-world case studies and quality research
• must-have lists of useful resources
• guidance on building and supporting online learning communities
• discussion of how collaborative learning can be assessed
• coverage of wikis, forums, blogging, instant messaging, Second Life, Twitter, desktop videoconferencing and social networking sites such as Facebook.
Online and Social Networking Communities helps educators and trainers develop a critical approach by exploring online learning from both the student’s and educator’s perspective. This practical guide provides the tools to help develop confident and thoughtful online educators, able to create successful and enjoyable learning experiences for their students. (From the Publisher)