Refugee Education: Embracing Collaborative Learning to Manage Staff Shortage Crisis in Camp-Based Learning Institutions

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Daniel Nyamai
Keyword(s):  
Collaborative Learning ◽  
Refugee Education ◽  
Staff Shortage ◽  
Learning Institutions

scholarly journals Students’ perceived challenges in an online collaborative learning environment: A case of higher learning institutions in Nairobi, Kenya

2014 ◽  
Vol 15 (6) ◽  
Author(s):  
Maina Elizaphan Muuro ◽  
Waiganjo Peter Wagacha ◽  
John Kihoro ◽  
Robert Oboko
Keyword(s):  
Social Interaction ◽  
Collaborative Learning ◽  
Learning Environment ◽  
Higher Learning ◽  
Internet Connectivity ◽  
Online Collaborative Learning ◽  
Collaborative Tools ◽  
Group Members ◽  
Collaborative Learning Environment ◽  
Learning Institutions

<p>Earlier forms of distance education were characterized by minimal social interaction like correspondence, television, video and radio. However, the World Wide Web (WWW) and online learning introduced the opportunity for much more social interaction, particularly among learners, and this has been further made possible through social media in Web 2.0. The increased availability of collaborative tools in Web 2.0 has made it possible to have online collaborative learning realized in Higher Learning Institutions (HLIs). However, learners can perceive the online collaborative learning process as challenging and they fail to utilize these collaborative tools effectively. Although a number of challenges have been mentioned in the literature, considerable diversity exists among countries due to diversity in infrastructure support for e-learning and learners’ background. This motivated this study to investigate components of online collaborative learning perceived as challenging by learners in HLIs in Kenya. Using a questionnaire, a survey was conducted in two public universities and two private universities to identify students’ perceived challenges in an online collaborative learning environment. Through purposive sampling the questionnaire was distributed to 210 students using e-mail and 183 students responded. Based on descriptive analysis the following five major challenges were rated as high: lack of feedback from instructors, lack of feedback from peers, lack of time to participate, slow internet connectivity, and low or no participation of other group members. There was also a relationship between the university type (private or public) with the perceived challenges which included: lack of feedback from the instructor (p=0.046) and work load not shared equally among group members (p=0.000). Apart from slow internet connectivity the rest of the challenges were in line with the observed challenges in the literature.These key challenges identified in this study should provide insight to educators on the areas of collaborative learning that should be improved in order to provide access to quality education that supports effective online collaborative learning in HLIs in Kenya.</p>

Collaborative Learning in the Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Classroom

2008 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 9-11 ◽  
Author(s):  
Carolyn S. Potts ◽  
Sarah M. Ginsberg
Keyword(s):  
Collaborative Learning ◽  
Student Retention ◽  
Student Learning ◽  
Student Learning Outcomes ◽  
Retention Rates ◽  
Speech Language Pathology ◽  
Traditional Lecture ◽  
Language Pathology ◽  
Improve Student Learning

Abstract In recent years, colleges and universities across the country have been called upon to increase the quality of education provided and to improve student retention rates. In response to this challenge, many faculty are exploring alternatives to the traditional “lecture-centered” approach of higher education in an attempt to increase student learning and satisfaction. Collaborative learning is one method of teaching, which has been demonstrated to improve student learning outcomes.

Mental Models and Collaborative Learning With a More Experienced Partner

2005 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vanessa Kowollik ◽  
Eric A. Day ◽  
Jazmine Espejo ◽  
Lauren E. McEntire ◽  
Paul R. Boatman
Keyword(s):  
Collaborative Learning ◽  
Mental Models

Is it Relevant? The Role of Off-task Talk in Collaborative Learning

2015 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 31-54
Author(s):  
Khaled Barkaoui ◽  
Margaret So ◽  
Wataru Suzuki
Keyword(s):  
Collaborative Learning

Experiencia Aprendizaje colaborativo con intercambios on-line: relato de una experiencia / Collaborative learning with exchanges online: account of an experience

2015 ◽  
Vol 3 (6) ◽  
pp. 21
Author(s):  
Isabel Álvarez
Keyword(s):  
Collaborative Learning ◽  
E Learning ◽  
On Line ◽  
Aprendizaje Colaborativo ◽  
Estudiantes Universitarios

El propósito de este artículo es fortalecer la colaboración entre dos instituciones que buscan integrar e-learning en sus prácticas más cotidianas y en contextos donde antes no habían tenido experiencia previa. El objetivo principal es acercar a los estudiantes universitarios, en este caso a los usuarios del Banco del Tiempo (BdT) del Ayuntamiento de Terrassa, Barcelona, a las prácticas reales para que obtengan un aprendizaje más significativo,. La experiencia relata el proceso de coordinación, diseño, gestión y valoración desde el punto de vista del aprendizaje en la formación inicial de los estudiantes de grado.

A Study on Learners’ Readiness and Perceptions of the Implementation of Blended Learning in UiTM Kedah

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 41
Author(s):  
Robekhah Harun ◽  
Zetty Harisha Harun ◽  
Laura Christ Dass
Keyword(s):  
Blended Learning ◽  
Successful Implementation ◽  
Learning Approaches ◽  
Learner Readiness ◽  
Learning And Teaching ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Online Assessments ◽  
Research Findings ◽  
On Line ◽  
Learning Institutions

The increase in student enrolment and the need  to cater to students of diverse backgrounds have led to the adoption of blended learning in many higher learning institutions. Blended learning, which allows both face to face interaction and on-line delivery, has been adopted into many curricula. One such institution is University Technology MARA which is slowly introducing features of blended learning in its course syllabus beginning with practice to online assessments. However, to ensure successful implementation of blended learning as part of the curricula, there are several aspects for consideration such as learner and teacher readiness for blended learning. This paper examines issues regarding the use of blended learning as a delivery method at UiTM Kedah . The discussion in this paper focuses on learner’ readiness and perceptions of the blended learning environment. The data collected for this study are responses from learners to a questionnaire survey. The research findings form the basis for recommendations for the development of learning and teaching practices using blended learning approaches to enhance learners' learning experiences.  

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