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Wheeler, Steve – Quarterly Review of Distance Education, 2006
This article describes how online discussion groups and visual collaboration can be used in combination to build and support a virtual community of learners. Data derived from several online discussion groups are presented, and the support needs of learners are highlighted as a key factor of success. (Contains 1 figure.)
Descriptors: Discussion Groups, Problem Based Learning, Teaching Methods, Online Courses
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Reinhart, Julie; Anderson, Tiffany; Slowinski, Joseph – T.H.E. Journal, 2000
Describes a computer-mediated communication course for pre-service teachers that was developed as a problem-based learning environment for virtual interactions between three college campuses. Discusses design issues that include a needs assessment, course content analysis, and designing student activities; development and implementation issues;…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Mediated Communication, Content Analysis, Course Content