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COOPERATIVE LEARNING AT A DISTANCE, FOR DESIGN STUDENTS
Bohemia, E.; Thomson, R.
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Year:
2004
Editor:
Marjanovic D.
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Section:
DESIGN EDUCATION
Page(s):
605 - 610
Abstract:
This paper reports on a study of cooperative learning online within a Design Management subject at the University of Western Sydney, and contrasts the findings with the theory of Cooperative Learning proposed by Johnson and Johnson. Learning outcomes in the subject were achieved by incorporating into the learning design, Johnson and Johnson's five elements of successful cooperative learning, with the exception that interaction occurred in the online environment rather than face-to-face. Study results suggest that students perceived that the subject facilitated their learning, especially in the intended areas of virtual teamwork, distance communication and written communication skills.
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