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C2FIP: A design framework for streamlining ICT-enhanced seamless science learning for wider diffusion in primary schools
Citation
Wong, L. H., Looi, C. K., & Goh, S. F. (2017). C2FIP: A design framework for streamlining ICT-enhanced seamless science learning for wider diffusion in primary schools . In W. Chen, J.-C. Yang, A. F. Mohd Ayub, S. L. Wong, & A. Mitrovic (Eds.), Proceedings of the 25th International Conference on Computers in Education (pp. 275-280). Retrieved from http://icce2017.canterbury.ac.nz/sites/default/files/proceedings/workshops/W6/C2FIP%20A %20Design%20Framework%20for%20Streamlining%20ICTEnhanced% 20Seamless%20Scien.pdf
Abstract
Seamless learning refers to a continuous, holistic learning process across learning contexts. In the past decade, most researchers and practitioners believe that seamless learning should be implemented with 1:1 (one-mobile-device-per-learner), 24x7 setting. One of the key research efforts of seamless learning was the WE Learn project in Singapore. With the aim of transforming the formal Primary 3-4 science curriculum into a seamless learning experience, the learning model has been diffused to ten schools after the successful proof-of-concept in the seed school. Nevertheless, we see the challenge of further spreading the model with the
1:1, 24x7 setting as most primary schools are not ready to implement Bring Your Own Device in 5-10 years. Thus, we propose an alternative techno-pedagogical framework that relies less on 1:1 and instead combines social media and multiple ICT tools – individual students may switch between these tools at their convenience to have access to a common social media space for seamless learning. In addition, we streamline the design principles in order not to overwhelm the teachers and yet preserve the essence of seamless learning.
Date Issued
2017
Description
This paper was published in the 2017 proceedings of the 25th International Conference on Computers in Education held at Christchurch, New Zealand from 4 - 8 December 2017