Wikis: Collaborative Virtual Learning Environments

Augar, Naomi; Raitman, Ruth; Zhou, Wanlei

doi:10.1007/978-1-4020-3803-7_52

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“…In existing studies, the collaborative potential of the wiki concept as a writing tool is frequently assumed (cf. Arnold, Ducate & Kost, 2009; Augar, Raitman & Zhou, 2004; Forte & Bruckman, 2006). Features which are stressed include the promotion of revision and tracking of drafts, together with the pedagogical challenges of an open editing space, such as the organizational issues in course management (cf.…”

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Rationalities of collaboration for language learning in a wiki

Bradley¹,

Lindström²,

Rystedt³

2010

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110

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For language learning, online environments allowing for user generated content are becoming increasingly important since they offer possibilities for learners to elaborate on assignments and projects. This study investigates what wikis can do as a means to enhance group interaction, when students are encouraged to participate in constructing text and exchanging peer response. The research focus is on exploring what interaction unfolds in the wiki and how it promotes language learning, from a sociocultural perspective. This interaction is framed both by affordances in the wiki but also by what is expected from students as language learners in an English for Specific Purposes class environment. The analysis has a multilevel approach, focusing on patterns of interaction and the nature of feedback. The study shows that collaboration becomes specifically interesting from a language learning perspective. In the findings, on the student wiki pages there are numerous contributions relating to both local language and global content. Revising co-constructed text opens up possibilities for the students to evaluate existing contributions and it also provides opportunities for them to suggest constructive changes. In addition, with the environment being web based, we discuss certain benefits arising from the fact that it allows for user-generated content.

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Section: Framing the Studymentioning

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Rationalities of collaboration for language learning in a wiki

Bradley¹,

Lindström²,

Rystedt³

2010

ReCALL

110

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“…When easy to use and trackable, wikis can be effective in encouraging socialization during an online learning process (Augar et al, 2004). Students and teachers both recognize the value of wikis for learning and their utility for organizing information (Elgort et al, 2008).…”

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Supporting collaborative dissection through the development of an online wiki positively impacts the learning of veterinary anatomy

Previdelli,

Boardman,

Frill

et al. 2023

Anatomical Sciences Ed

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An innovative series of dissections of the canine abdomen was created to facilitate social distancing in the dissection room following COVID‐19 restrictions imposed in the UK. In groups of six, first‐year veterinary students took turns dissecting selected parts of the canine abdomen while maintaining social distancing and documenting their work with video and photographs. Here, students learned about the canine abdominal anatomy by dissecting, recording the dissections of others in their group, and compiling the recorded material into a collaborative electronic media portfolio (Wiki). An online formative multiple‐choice test was created to test students' knowledge of the canine abdominal anatomy. The result analysis showed that although students achieved the learning outcomes only by studying the Wiki, they had better performance in the anatomical areas where they learned through the dissection (p < 0.05). Student performance was very similar in the areas in which they were present in the dissection room and participated in recording the dissection compared with the areas that they effectively dissected (p > 0.05). A qualitative thematic analysis was developed to understand students' opinions via their feedback on this dissection approach. Our results showed that student collaboration and the development of practical skills were the most valued aspects of this dissection teaching initiative. Moreover, these results show that developing a group Wiki has a positive impact on student achievement of learning objectives, with a practical hands‐on dissection being fundamental for the optimal learning of the canine abdominal anatomy.

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“…We aim to answer two main questions related to the integration of in-game icebreaking tasks in RET, (1) what effect does the inclusion of these icebreaking tasks have on the player experience of RET and (2) if the icebreaking tasks had any effect on reducing player perceived discomfort in using VC with strangers.…”

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Leveraging Icebreaking Tasks to Facilitate Uptake of Voice Communication in Multiplayer Games

Hicks

Gerling

Dickinson

et al. 2018

Lecture Notes in Computer Science

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Voice Communication (VC) is widely employed by developers as an essential component of online games. Typically, it is assumed that communications through this mechanism will be helpful and enjoyable, but existing literature suggests that the entry into VC can be problematic. In this paper, we present a study that attempts to mitigate player discomfort when first engaging with VC with strangers, through the use of traditional icebreaking tasks. We integrate these into the game RET, an online cooperative first person shooter which requires effective communication for players to succeed. An online user study with 18 participants suggests that icebreaking tasks can contribute to a positive VC experience, but their inclusion also creates further issues to be considered for successful integration.

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Wikis: Collaborative Virtual Learning Environments

Cited by 24 publications

References 10 publications

Rationalities of collaboration for language learning in a wiki

Rationalities of collaboration for language learning in a wiki

Supporting collaborative dissection through the development of an online wiki positively impacts the learning of veterinary anatomy

Leveraging Icebreaking Tasks to Facilitate Uptake of Voice Communication in Multiplayer Games

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