Building Web-based Cross-Program Solution Communities through Problem Solving and Case Study Analysis

R.B. Angel, R.L. Sanders, and J.H. Tashner (USA)

Keywords

Distance learning, constructivism, case studies, student discourse, problem-based learning, and learning communities

Abstract

Facilitating the building of learning communities through web-based environments is a viable distance learning strategy leading to the cross-program social construction of knowledge. Shared case study briefs and an analysis of student discourse reveal knowledge base enhancement for cooperative solutions to real educational problems.

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