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Published in: Universal Access in the Information Society 4/2008

01-11-2008 | Long Paper

Three scenarios on enhancing learning by providing universal access

Authors: Renate Motschnig-Pitrik, Michael Derntl

Published in: Universal Access in the Information Society | Issue 4/2008

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Abstract

This paper presents three simple and effective technology-enhanced learning scenarios, specifically reaction sheets, cooperative writing, and self evaluation. These scenarios address universal access by providing web-based support and services with a potential for enhancing the learners’ capacity of gaining access to both personal and technical resources. While the web as an open space tends to support experiential learning, its enhancement as a service to address the learners’ intellect, social skills, and attitudes substantially depends on constructive interpersonal relationships and thoughtfully designed learning scenarios. The tree proposed scenarios aim to address these interpersonal and technology-related issues. A uniform description template is used for each scenario, including intent, motivation, conceptual model, and research context. This is complemented by reports on the authors’ experiences with applying the scenarios in recent years and by qualitative and quantitative results from multiple action research cycles.

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Metadata
Title
Three scenarios on enhancing learning by providing universal access
Authors
Renate Motschnig-Pitrik
Michael Derntl
Publication date
01-11-2008
Publisher
Springer-Verlag
Published in
Universal Access in the Information Society / Issue 4/2008
Print ISSN: 1615-5289
Electronic ISSN: 1615-5297
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10209-008-0121-4

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