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A review of web‐based collaborative learning: factors beyond technology
Author(s) -
Hron A.,
Friedrich H.F.
Publication year - 2003
Publication title -
journal of computer assisted learning
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.583
H-Index - 93
eISSN - 1365-2729
pISSN - 0266-4909
DOI - 10.1046/j.0266-4909.2002.00007.x
Subject(s) - collaborative learning , moderation , computer science , educational technology , computer supported collaborative learning , visualization , synchronous learning , computer mediated communication , knowledge management , cooperative learning , multimedia , human–computer interaction , world wide web , teaching method , mathematics education , the internet , psychology , artificial intelligence , machine learning
Web‐based collaborative learning has a large potential for knowledge acquisition. However, it has different characteristics compared with conventional learning scenarios; especially with respect to the social communication situation, message exchange, cognitive load and participation of the learners. To cope with possible problems resulting from these characteristics suitable instructional means have to be considered, like collaborative learning methods, on‐line moderation, appropriate learning tasks or computer‐based visualisation tools.