Collaborating Online : Learning Together in Community - 04 edition

Preface.
About the Authors.

PART ONE: Collaboration Online.

1. Collaboration in the Online Environment.

Collaboration--The Hallmark of Constructivism.
Why Collaborate Online?
Collaboration Online.
Working with Virtual Teams.
Virtual Team Dynamics.
Summary Points to Remember on Collaboration Basics.

2. The Process of Online Collaboration.

The Stages of Collaboration.
Tools for Collaboration.
Summary Points to Remember on the Process of Online Collaboration.

3. Collaboration Challenges.

Things That Go Bump in the Night.
Participation Challenges.
Challenges in Leadership and Decision Making.
Course and Activity Design Challenges.
The Challenge of Cultural Differences.
Final Thoughts on Challenges to Collaboration Online.
Summary Points to Remember on Collaboration Challenges.

4. Assessment and Evaluation of Collaborative Work.

Learner-Centered Assessment, Including Self-Assessment.
Rubrics and Expectations.
Collaborative Assessment.
Guidelines for Feedback.
Assessment that Aligns with Context and Learning Objectives.
Assessments That Are Clear and Easy to Understand.
Assessments Designed with Student Input.
The Empowered Learner.
Summary Points to Remember on Assessment and Evaluation of Collaborative Work.

PART TWO: Collaborative Activities.

1. Role Playing.
2. Simulations.
3. Case Studies.
4. Questioning Techniques for Collaborative Discussions.
5. Dyads.
6. Small-Group Projects.
7. Jigsaw Activities.
8. Blogs.
9. Virtual Teams.
10. Debates.
11. Fishbowls.
12. Learning Cycles.
13. WebQuests.

Final Thoughts on Collaborative Activities.
Summary Points to Remember on Collaborative Activities.
Additional Resources.
References.
Index.

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