A Project-Based Learning Approach: Online Group Collaborative Learning
ARTICLE
Jianxia Du, Mississippi State University, United States ; Byron Havard, University of West Florida, United States ; James Adams, Mississippi State University, United States ; Heng Li, University of Toronto, Canada
IJICTE Volume 1, Number 4, ISSN 1550-1876 Publisher: IGI Global
Abstract
A framework for Online Group Collaborative Learning is illustrated in this paper. The foundation of the framework is based on Piaget’s concepts of assimilation and accommodation and Vygotsky’s theory of social interaction. This paper examines how an online project-based learning approach affected students’ cognitive skills development and motivation, and explored factors leading to successful collaborative projects. The results indicated that, in a project-based online group environment, unique characteristics exist for leadership style and individual role, goal setting and project management, accountability and commitment, peer supportive relationships, individual accomplishment and group accomplishments, and mixed gender and race group preference.
Citation
Du, J., Havard, B., Adams, J. & Li, H. (2005). A Project-Based Learning Approach: Online Group Collaborative Learning. International Journal of Information and Communication Technology Education, 1(4), 13-24. IGI Global. Retrieved September 22, 2023 from https://www.learntechlib.org/p/185543/.
