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Scaffolding interaction in asynchronous online discussion through peer facilitation
Citation
Ng, C. S. L., Cheung, W. S., & Hew, K. F. (2010). Scaffolding interaction in asynchronous online discussion through peer facilitation. In C. H. Steel, M. J. Keppell, P. Gerbic, & S. Housego (Eds.), Curriculum, technology & transformation for an unknown future. Proceedings Ascilite Sydney 2010 (pp. 690-693). http://ascilite.org.au/conferences/sydney10/procs/Ng-poster.pdf
Author
Ng, Connie Siew Ling
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Cheung, Wing Sum
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Hew, Khe Foon
Abstract
This study aims to identify the peer facilitation techniques that could scaffold interaction in asynchronous online discussion forums. The findings of this study suggest that scaffolding interaction in asynchronous online discussion through peer facilitation could be achieved through the use of the following five peer facilitation techniques: "showing appreciation", "considering others' viewpoints", "general invitation to contribute", "questioning" and "challenging others' points".
Date Issued
2010