期刊名称：International Journal of Human and Social Sciences
印刷版ISSN：1307-8046
出版年度：2007
卷号：01
期号：04
页码：164-164
出版社：World Academy of Science, Engineering and Technology
摘要：In this paper, we introduce an e-collaborative
learning circles methodology which utilizes the information and
communication technologies (ICTs) in e-educational processes. In
e-collaborative learning circles methodology, the teachers and
students announce their research projects on various mailing lists
and discussion boards using available ICTs. The teachers &
moderators and students who are already members of the e-forums,
discuss the project proposals in their classrooms sent out by the
potential global partner schools and return the requested feed back
to the proposing school(s) about their level of the participation and
contribution in the research.
In general, an e-collaborative learning circle project is
implemented with a small and diverse group (usually 8-10
participants) from around the world. The students meet regularly
over a period of weeks/months through the ICTs during the ecollaborative
learning process. When the project is completed, a
project product (e-book / DVD) is prepared and sent to the circle
members.
In this research, when taking into account the interests and
motivation of the participating students with the facilitating role of
the teacher(s), the students in each circle do research to obtain new
data and information, thus enabling them to have the opportunity to
meet both different cultures and international understandings across
the globe. However, while the participants communicate along with
the members in the circle they also practice and develop their
communication language skills. Finally, teachers and students find
the possibility to develop their skills in using the ICTs as well.
关键词：Distance Education, Online Learning, Web Based
Learning, Learning Circles, e-Collaborative Learning Circles
