A quote from Erik Erikson "In the end, the power behind
development is life."
Do you believe that
humans have a basic instinct to “interact and work as a group,” as Rheingold
proposed in his discussion of the evolution of Wikipedia as a collectively
developed encyclopedia?
Perhaps Erikson was looking through windows of opportunity
because the Bronfenbreener's Theory knows the importance of social contexts in
which students develop and the people who are in their social group influence
their lives (Urie Bronfenbrenner and Child
Development , 2008) . This is called collectivism.
Collectivism is defined as a set of beliefs and values that support a group.
This week assignment is about development and working as a group because humans
have always lived in groups, whether large or small (Rheingold, 2008) .
Wikipedia does need many volunteers to create the world
encyclopedia. I believe it is more
resourceful than my old encyclopedia sold by the door salesman from nowhere.
•How can technology
facilitate collaboration among learners based on constructivist
principles?
Certainly, Howard
awaken video shares the communication reflection which started engine from
beginning of time through technology. Student-centered
instructions increase expectations and goals that deliver discovery learning,
inquiry learning and cooperative learning. It allows the students to explore for answers
and explanations.
•Find a current
research study that has been conducted in the last 5 years that supports
collaboration as an effective tool for learning. Include the link and reference
for this study in your blog.
http://propersync.com/default.aspx
this web tool will allow sharing of
appointments and calendars among the faulty.
Works Cited
Urie Bronfenbrenner and Child Development . (2008, January 17). Retrieved April 6, 2013
Rheingold, H. (2008, Feburary). Howard Rheingold:
The new power of collaboration. Retrieved April 6, 2013
Carolyn,
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed reading your blog. I think that all students can benefit from collaborating in a group. I have seen shy students open up in their groups and have so much to share. I have seen the "clowns" clam up and listen, and I have seen the assertive students lead their groups. Collaboration brings out "synergy" from all of us. Thank you.
I think it is an inherent quality in humans to work collectively, but what about the humans who lack this quality? Are they still able to function in a collectivist manner if trained or taught to do so?....
ReplyDeleteCollaboration that involves education is effective towards sharing ideas, commenting, and helping others to understand better. Carolyn do you consider Wikipedia as for more sharing ideas or accurate information (facts)?
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