On-line learning networks: Framework and scenarios |
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Authors: | Rosa Maria Bottino |
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Institution: | (1) Consiglio Nazionale Ricerche – Istituto Tecnologie Didattiche, Via De Marini 6, Genova, Italy |
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Abstract: | The idea of using the internet as a platform to mediate social interactions and learning at different levels has progressively
affirming itself, and this has given rise to a huge number of spontaneous and planned collectives, which are often described
as on-line learning networks. On-line learning networks create value through the combination of content and people’s knowledge.
They can vary widely in the strength and permanence of their connections and the resources necessary to maintain them. Aspects
of both a pragmatic and social nature need to be carefully considered in the process of initiation of on-line learning communities.
This paper considers learning networks from the perspective of the potential they offer to the strengthening of relationships
among institutions, groups, and people sharing a common interest in computer-enhanced learning. Some case studies are analysed
and an analytical framework is sketched out to guide observations and to provide a lens through which case studies can be
interpreted. The final goal is to delineate a reference for identifying strong and weak elements in virtual networks and to
examine under what conditions they are succeeding. In addition, some possible scenarios for on-line networks are delineated
along two main lines: the organisation and structure of the network and its level of establishment.
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Keywords: | Learning networks On-line networks Technology enhanced learning Networking process |
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