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Chen Wang, Lih-Ching; Beasley, William – Computers in the Schools, 2005
The use of the Instant Messenger (IM) environment to carry out structured online class discussions in graduate teacher education courses is described. Properties of IM are delineated, and specific procedures in using IM as a vehicle for class discussions are discussed. Attributes of Type II technology applications are addressed directly, and the…
Descriptors: Education Courses, Class Activities, Online Courses, Educational Technology