Participation in a collaborative learning environment should be assessed by the actual students in the learning environment, the online communities, and the contributions students make to the learning environment. The varying levels of skill and knowledge students bring affects the instructor’s “fair and equitable assessment” because now they have to look at ways to assess without comparing one student to another. If a student does not want to network or collaborate in a learning community, the other members of the course should notify the instructor of this matter. The instructor should always act as a facilitator in online courses. This would have a positive impact because they are consistently involved in the learning process and discussion throughout the assignments. http://collaborativelearningonline.edublogs.org/
Dana, what do you think about the other members in the learning community contacting the person who doesn't want to participate and encouraging them, or asking them if they need help?
ReplyDeleteHiDana: I agree that the instructor should be the facilitator, but I echo Linda in asking whether the team would have a larger influence on the person who is reluctant to participate.
ReplyDeleteGreat insight.