Learning from Classmates

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Shirley Lukenbill
School of Information

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By actively participating in discussion, gathering the threads, and modifying what other students are posting, students learn from others and thus consolidate learning (Brandon & Hollingshead, 1999; Verdejo, 1996).

Related Resources

Hiltz, S. R., Coppola, N., Rotter, N., & Turoff, M. (2000). Measuring the importance of collaborative learning for the effectiveness of ALN: A multi-measure, multi-method approach. Journal of Asynchronous Learning

Brandon, D. P., & Hollingshead, A. B. (1999). Collaborative learning and computer-supported groups. Communication Education, 48(2), 109-126.