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Peer reviewedLand, Susan M.; Hannafin, Michael J. – Instructional Science, 1997
Student-centered learning environments have been acclaimed as a means to support the teaching of divergent reasoning, problem solving, and critical thinking. Reviews and analyzes research and theory related to technology-enhanced student-centered learning environments. Provides an extensive table outlining examples, functions, and supporting…
Descriptors: Critical Thinking, Divergent Thinking, Educational Environment, Educational Research
Peer reviewedHannafin, Michael J.; Hill, Janette R.; Land, Susan M. – Contemporary Education, 1997
Summarizes recent developments in student-centered open-ended learning environments, which provide electronic tools and resources for students to use in addressing authentic situated problems and to support students' thinking and problem-solving processes. Also analyzes issues in design and utilization and presents implications for teaching,…
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Educational Environment, Educational Technology, Elementary Secondary Education
Download full textHill, Janette R.; Land, Susan M. – 1998
This paper presents a framework and model for design of open-ended learning environments (OELEs). First, an overview is presented that addresses key characteristics of OELEs, including: use of meaningful, complex contexts; provision of tools and resources; learner reflection and self-monitoring; and social, material, or technological scaffolding.…
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Constructivism (Learning), Educational Environment, Educational Technology
