An ecology of e-learning: a framework to guide the study of informal self-directed learning in web 2.0 environments
Date
2011-01
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Masters
Abstract
The intent of this research is to create a qualitative framework to guide perceptions
and observations about informal self-directed learning in the arena of contemporary Web
2.0 e-learning. Drawing influence from the studies on self-directed learning conducted by
Allen Tough and his associates, the writings on educational connoisseurship and criticism
by Elliot Eisner, as well as research and literature about contemporary e-learning contexts,
this exploratory study is comprised of a hermeneutic analysis that seeks to discover
themes, patterns and points of intersection in these three areas. The analysis presents the
application of the resulting framework to three illustrative scenarios, constructed from
ideas and themes drawn from the major elements of the study, and discusses the findings
revealed by the investigation. The study concludes with reflection and recommendations
for application and further research.
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informal learning, self-directed learning, educational connoisseurship, web 2.0
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Degree
Master of Education (M.Ed.)
Department
Curriculum Studies
Program
Curriculum Studies