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Using Activity Theory to Design Constructivist Online Learning Environments for Higher Order Thinking: A Retrospective Analysis
Dirk Morrison; Dirk Morrison
Canadian Journal of Learning and Technology / La revue canadienne de l’apprentissage et de la technologie Vol. 29, No. 3 (Oct 15, 2003)
Abstract. This paper examined a particular online learning activity, embedded within a computer supported collaborative learning (CSCL) environment incorporated as part of the larger context of participation in a unique national agricultural...
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A study of holistic thinking in an agricultural leadership development program using asynchronous computer conferencing
Dirk Morrison
A study of holistic thinking in an agricultural leadership development program using asynchronous computer@conferencing (2004) pp. 1–339
The primary goal of this qualitative case study was to investigate the nature of holistic thinking in the context of an asynchronous computer conference. Holistic thinking was defined as a constellation of higher-order thinking skills to include...
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Sociodemographic Characteristics of Learners and Participation in Computer Conferencing
Scott McLean; Dirk Morrison
The Journal of Distance Education / Revue de l'ducation Distance Vol. 15, No. 2 (2000) pp. 17–36
Explores the relationship between learners' sociodemographic characteristics and their level of participation in computer conferencing. Discusses six variables: sex, age, education level, occupation, residence in urban or rural areas, and region of...
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Learning On-The-Go: Older Adults’ Use of Mobile Devices to Enhance Self-Directed, Informal Learning
Dirk Morrison; Marguerite Koole
Journal of Interactive Learning Research Vol. 29, No. 3 (July 2018) pp. 423–443
The study investigated how retired older adults (age 55+) use the Internet and social media to facilitate informal, self-directed learning, specifically, exploring how they use mobile devices (smartphones, tablets) to enhance, acces and maintain...
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Volume 30(2) Spring / printemps 2004
Dirk Morrison; Heather Ross; Heather Ross
Canadian Journal of Learning and Technology / La revue canadienne de l’apprentissage et de la technologie Vol. 30, No. 2 (Jun 15, 2004)
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A Beginner's Guide to Computer Conferencing
Earl R. Misanchuk; Dirk Morrison; Margareth E. Peterson
Annual Meeting of the Association for Educational Communications and Technology 1997 (February 1997)
This paper explains the similarities and differences between electronic mail and computer conferencing, and identifies the features one should look for in a modern conferencing system. It also clarifies some related terminology. Advantages of...
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A Preliminary Investigation of Self-Directed Learning Activities in a Non-Formal Blended Learning Environment
Richard A. Schwier; Dirk Morrison; Ben K Daniel
Annual Meeting of the American Educational Research Association 2009 (April 2009)
This research considers how professional participants in a non-formal self-directed learning environment (NFSDL) made use of self-directed learning activities in a blended face-to-face and on line learning professional development course. The...
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Exemplary Practices in Computer Conferencing
Earl R. Misanchuk; Dirk Morrison; Margareth E. Peterson
Annual Meeting of the Association for Educational Communications and Technology 1997 (February 1997)
Computer conferencing (CC) is rapidly becoming a viable and useful adjunct to many distance education delivery systems. This paper deals with the general questions of what might constitute exemplary practice in using CC for teaching and learning, as ...
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Participant Engagement in a Non-Formal, Self-Directed and Blended Learning Environment
Richard Schwier; Dirk Morrison; Ben Daniel; Jaymie Koroluk
World Conference on E-Learning in Corporate, Government, Healthcare, and Higher Education 2009 (Oct 26, 2009) pp. 1948–1956
Novice professors representing seven disciplines participated in a year-long course on teaching in higher education that featured online self-directed learning opportunities and regular face-to-face group meetings. This study examined how...