Computers afford an environment in which use of communication tools can promote deep learning. This may be due to the creation of a varied learning environment, and to the induction of active, collaborative and self-directed learning. Students' experience of web-supported learning was evaluated to test the assumption that computer-mediated- communication promotes higher order thinking. The association bet-ween presumed active use of communication tools, and perceptions concerning learning principles (varied and challenging learning environ-ment, application of higher order thinking skills, and lecturer feedback and encouragement to interact frequently), was evaluated. Perceived active use of e-mail and the chat facility was significantly associated with recognition of the need to apply higher-order thinking skills in order to do well in the course. Lecturers interested in using electronic communication tools to promote higher order thinking may find this book useful.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
AV Akademikerverlag Gmbh & Co. KG
ISBN-10
3639102169
ISBN-13
9783639102161
eBay Product ID (ePID)
71777343
Product Key Features
Author
Rhena Delport
Publication Name
Computer-Mediated-Communication : in Pre-Graduate Mathematics Courses
Format
Trade Paperback
Language
German
Publication Year
2008
Type
Textbook
Number of Pages
92 Pages
Dimensions
Item Length
9in
Item Height
0.2in
Item Width
6in
Item Weight
5.3 Oz
Additional Product Features
Topic
Communication Studies, Study & Teaching, General
Genre
Education, Mathematics, Language Arts & Disciplines