Guiding the creation of knowledge and understanding in a Virtual Learning Environment

Littleton, Karen and Whitelock, Denise (2004). Guiding the creation of knowledge and understanding in a Virtual Learning Environment. Cyberpsychology and Behavior, 7(2) pp. 173–181.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1089/109493104323024438

Abstract

This article reports findings from an in-depth case study investigating processes of teaching and learning within one tutorial group studying an e-learning course presented as part of the Open University's MA in Open and Distance Education. Drawing on contemporary socio-cultural theory and research, the instructional techniques used by the tutor-moderator to guide the creation of "common knowledge" and the construction of understanding are explored. The significance of tutor contributions for fostering a supportive culture of enquiry is also discussed.

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• Item ORO ID
• 1069
• Item Type
• Journal Item
• ISSN
• 1094-9313
• Keywords
• education; learning; Internet; online instruction; tutors; tutoring; socialcultural factors; virtual learning environment; VLE
• Academic Unit or School
• Faculty of Wellbeing, Education and Language Studies (WELS)
  Institute of Educational Technology (IET)
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• © 2004 Mary Ann Liebert, Inc
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