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Scaffolding strategies for wiki‐based collaboration: Action research in a multicultural J apanese language program
Author(s) -
Jung Insung,
Suzuki Yoko
Publication year - 2015
Publication title -
british journal of educational technology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.79
H-Index - 95
eISSN - 1467-8535
pISSN - 0007-1013
DOI - 10.1111/bjet.12175
Subject(s) - scaffold , action research , collaborative learning , multiculturalism , mathematics education , cooperative learning , constructivist teaching methods , computer science , educational technology , process (computing) , pedagogy , knowledge management , psychology , teaching method , database , operating system
Wikis can be used to encourage and support collaborative constructivist learning. However, their effectiveness depends upon the use of scaffolding strategies to guide the students in their use. This action research investigated three scaffolding strategies for wiki‐based multicultural Japanese language learning: worked examples, grouping and peer assessment. It was found that the use of a template explaining the learning objectives and expected learning process was more effective than detailed worked examples. It was also found that heterogeneous grouping and internal and external peer review were important factors and that wiki‐based collaborative learning can be culture laden and in conflict with traditional teaching and learning.