Communal Constructivism and Networked Learning

Reflections on a Case Study

Authors

  • Richard Pountney Sheffield Hallam University
  • Sadie Parr Sheffield Hallam University
  • Vic Whittaker Sheffield Hallam University

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.54337/nlc.v3.9706

Keywords:

Communal constructivism, Social constructivism, Case study, Design and pedagogy

Abstract

Holmes et al. (2001) have suggested that the advent of new educational technologies warrants a new kind of educational theory - 'communal constructivism.' Communal constructivism attempts to move beyond social constructivism and capture specific elements of the additional value that C&IT applications bring to the learning and teaching environment.

Our paper will critically evaluate the usefulness of Holmes et al's ideas through a case study of the way in which a virtual learning environment, Blackboard, is currently being used to support students on a level three unit ICT in an Educational Context at Sheffield Hallam University.

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Published

26-03-2002

How to Cite

Pountney, R., Parr, S., & Whittaker, V. (2002). Communal Constructivism and Networked Learning: Reflections on a Case Study. Proceedings of the International Conference on Networked Learning , 3. https://doi.org/10.54337/nlc.v3.9706

Issue

Vol. 3 (2002): Proceedings of the Third International Conference on Networked Learning

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Copyright (c) 2002 Richard Pountney, Sadie Parr, Vic Whittaker

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