A conceptual framework based on Activity Theory for mobile CSCL
Author
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Zurita Alarcón, Gustavo
Author
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Nussbaum Voehl, Miguel
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2013-12-26T14:46:50Z
Available date
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2013-12-26T14:46:50Z
Publication date
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2007
Cita de ítem
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British Journal of Educational Technology, Vol 38, No. 2, 2007, pp. 211–235
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Identifier
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10.1111/j.1467-8535.2006.00580.x
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https://repositorio.uchile.cl/handle/2250/125848
Abstract
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There is a need for collaborative group activities that promote student
social interaction in the classroom. Handheld computers interconnected by a
wireless network allow people who work on a common task to interact face
to face while maintaining the mediation afforded by a technology-based
system. Wirelessly interconnected handhelds open up new opportunities
for introducing collaboration and thereby changing classroom pedagogical
practices. We present a conceptual framework and a method for the design of
a mobile computer-supported collaborative learning system based on Activity
Theory. An instance of the framework for teaching basic mathematics skills
was evaluated with 24 6- and 7-year-old children in a month-long study.
Positive effects were observed on student social interaction, motivation and
learning.
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Patrocinador
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This paper was partially funded by Fondecyt 1050601.