conditions of learning

Constructivism 8: Challenges of Elearning

Posted on by Michael Hanley

Regarding the challenges of elearning, in 2001 David Jonassen argues that “most e-learning replicates the worst features of face-to-face instruction: it may be cheaper to ‘deliver’ over the Internet, but it won’t be more effective. For “substantive change” we must create meaningful learning experiences. Continue Reading →

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Constructivism 7: Social Learning cont’d

Posted on by Michael Hanley
Social Learning

Continuing our exploration of social learning. Vygotsky argues that learning precedes development. As developmental processes lag behind learning processes, less experienced or developed individuals can often carry out tasks with the help of others when they can not accomplish these tasks independently. Continue Reading →