Six learning theory perspectives on a web-based learning environment

dc.contributor.authorDe Villiers, M.R.
dc.contributor.authorCronje, Johannes Christoffel
dc.date.accessioned2008-04-07T12:18:24Z
dc.date.available2008-04-07T12:18:24Z
dc.date.issued2005
dc.description.abstractThe University of Pretoria offers a masters degree in computer-integrated education, incorporating a module called Internet-based learning. This module uses constructivist and collaborative techniques via web-based distance learning to portray aspects of a real classroom in a web-environment. The Hexa-Metamodel (HCMm) is a synthesis of paradigms of contemporary learning and instructional theory, comprising six elements relevant to e-learning events and environments, namely: (i) cognitive learning theory, (ii) constructivism, (iii) components of instruction, (iv) collaborative learning, (v) customisation, and (vi) creativity. Using the HCMm as an evaluation approach, this article investigates the module's webclassroom and collaborative environment to examine conformance to contemporary learning theories. We present findings of a survey among students, identify strengths and their causes, and note problems and recommendations.en
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dc.identifier.citationDe Villiers, MR & Cronje, JC 2005, 'Six learning theory perspectives on a web-based learning environment', South African Journal of Higher Education, vol. 19, no. 3, pp. 444-466, [http://www.unisa.ac.za/default.asp?Cmd=ViewContent&ContentID=20128]en
dc.identifier.issn1011-3487
dc.identifier.urihttp://hdl.handle.net/2263/4888
dc.language.isoenen
dc.publisherUnisa Pressen
dc.rightsUnisa Pressen
dc.subjectLearning theoriesen
dc.subjectInternet-based learningen
dc.subjectWeb-based learningen
dc.subjectComputer-integrated learningen
dc.subjectConstructivismen
dc.subjectCollaborative learningen
dc.subjectHexa-Metamodelen
dc.titleSix learning theory perspectives on a web-based learning environmenten
dc.typeArticleen

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