Group interaction in a web 2.0 based learning environment: a sociogram analysis Online publication date: Sun, 10-May-2009
by Jianhua Zhao
International Journal of Continuing Engineering Education and Life-Long Learning (IJCEELL), Vol. 19, No. 2/3, 2009
Abstract: Group interaction reflects members' communication behaviours. Web 2.0 applications offer an ideal social environment for increasing learners' cooperative relationship. It is useful to know how group interaction happens in a web 2.0 based learning environment. In this article, group interaction taking place in a web 2.0 based integrated learning environment is analysed through a sociogram approach. The findings show that students' understanding of group learning influences their participation in the discussion forums, and training is crucial for engaging students in online discussions.
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