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标题：Redefining Online Discussions: Using Participant Stances to Promote Collaboration and Cognitive Engagement
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作者：Michael Putman ; Karen Ford ; Susan Tancock 等
期刊名称：International Journal of Teaching and Learning in Higher Education
电子版ISSN：1812-9129
出版年度：2012
卷号：24
期号：2
页码：151-167
出版社：International Society for Exploring Teaching and Learning
摘要：Advances in technology are having aprofound impact on distance education as online learning is becoming a preferred educational option. Within these online learning experiences, the asynchronous online discussion has evolved into one of the most commonly used communication tools. However, a lack of cognitive processing and interaction in the discussions appears to limit the potential benefits as suggested within social constructivist theories. This research analyzed participant responses and postings in online discussions and identified seven stances relative to collaboration and cognitive engagement of participants. A taxonomy was created that allows categorization of participant stances w ith respect to the two constructs. Implications for teaching and research are presented with attention to facilitative prompts, which are used to enhance collaboration and participation within online discussions