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Improving young learners’ scientific understanding in CSCL environments
Citation
So, H. J. (2007). Improving young learners’ scientific understanding in CSCL environments. In C. A. Chinn, G. Erkens, & S. Puntambekar (Eds.), Proceedings of the 7th International Computer Supported Collaborative Learning (CSCL) 2007 (pp. 645-647). International Society of the Learning Sciences.
Author
So, Hyo-Jeong
Abstract
The purpose of the present study was to improve young learners’ scientific understanding in CSCL environments. The study consisted of two phases: Phase I for fostering a collaborative learning culture, and Phase II for using Knowledge Forum as a CSCL tool. Primary 3 students in one Singapore school participated in this study. Findings suggested that while students were motivated to learn in CSCL environments, they had difficulties monitoring and sharing knowledge for their own understanding. Additionally, a great deal of teacher guidance was needed to encourage student participation in collaborative knowledge building processes. Overall, this study may imply that students at this early stage of schooling need more structured guidance to improve their understanding in CSCL environments.
Date Issued
2007
Description
This paper was presented at the 7th International Conference on Computer Supported Collaborative Learning (CSCL), held in New Jersey, USA from 16 - 21 Jul 2007