Exploring the Theory, Pedagogy and Practice of Networked Learning

CONTENTS

Foreword

Notes on Contributors

INTRODUCTION

Chapter One

Networked Learning; a brief history and new trends David McConnell, Vivien Hodgson and Lone Dirckinck-Holmfeld,

DEVELOPING UNDERSTANDINGS OF NETWORKED LEARNING

Chapter Two

Networked learning, stepping beyond the net generation and digital natives
Chris Jones

Chapter Three

Differences in understandings of networked learning theory - Connectivity or collaboration? Thomas Ryberg, Lillian Buus and Marianne Georgsen

NEW LANDSCAPES AND SPACES FOR NETWORKED LEARNING

Chapter Four

Mediators of socio-technical capital in a networked learning environment Daniel D. Suthers and Kar-Hai Chu

Chapter Five

Collectivity, performance and self-representation: Analysing Cloudworks as a public space for networked learning and reflection Pangiota Alevizou, Rebecca Galley and Gráinne Conole

Chapter Six

A classroom with a view: Networked learning strategies to promote intercultural education Juliana E. Raffaghelli and Cristina Richieri

DYNAMICS OF CHANGING TOOLS AND INFRASTRUCTURES

Chapter Seven

The challenge of introducing "one more tool" - a community of practice perspective on networked learning Patricia Arnold, John David Smith and Beverly Trayner

Chapter Eight

Implementation of an infrastructure for networked learning Tom Nyvang and Ann Bygholm

UNDERSTANDING THE SOCIAL MATERIAL IN NETWORKED LEARNING

Chapter Nine

Who’s taming who? Tensions between people and technologies in cyberspace communities Terrie Lynn Thompson

Chapter Ten

Learning technology in context: a case for the sociotechnical interaction framework as an analytical lens for networked learning research Linda Creanor and Steve Walker

IDENITY, CULTURAL CAPITAL AND NETWORKED LEARNING

Chapter Eleven

Just what is being reflected in online reflection?: new literacies for new media learning practices Jen Ross

Chapter Twelve

Objectified cultural capital and the tale of two students Laura Czerniewicz and Cheryl Brown

Chapter Thirteen

How do small business owner-managers learn leadership through networked learning? Susan M. Smith

Chapter Fourteen

Innovating design for learning in the networked society Karin Tweddell Levinsen and Janni Nielsen

Chapter Fifteen

Problem-oriented project studies - the role of the teacher as supervisor for the study group in its learning processes Jorgen Lerche Nielsen and Oluf Danielsen

Chapter Sixteen

Life behind the screen: Taking the academic online Stuart Boon, Christine Sinclair

CONCLUSIONS

Chapter Seventeen

The Theory, Practice and Pedagogy of Networked Learning Vivien Hodgson, David McConnell, Lone Dirckinck-Holmfeld

Based on a selection of the most relevant and high quality research papers from the 2010 Networked Learning Conference, this book is an indispensible resource for all researchers, instructional designers, program managers, and learning technologists interested in the area of Technology Education Research.

This volume provides information on current trends and advances in research on networked learning, technology enhanced learning, and e-learning. Specifically, it provides cutting edge information in the areas of:

• Designing and Facilitating Learning in a Networked World
• Methodologies for Research in Networked Learning
• Learning in Social Networks
• Embedding Networked Learning in Public and Private Organizations
• Problem based Networked Learning
• Social Justice and Social Responsibility in Networked Learning
• Networked Learning and Knowledge Management in the Workplace
• Globalization and Multiculturalism in Networked Learning
• Networked Learning and International Development
• Participation and Alienation in Networked Learning
• Practice Based Research for Professional Development in Networked Learning