Exploring the Theory, Pedagogy and Practice of Networked Learning

Based on a selection of the most relevant and high quality research papers from the 2010 Networked Learning Conference, this book is an indispensible resource for all researchers, instructional designers, program managers, and learning technologists interested in the area of Technology Enhanced Learning. The  book was an important catalyst for  the Springer  “Research in Networked Learning” Book Series edited by Vivien Hodgson and David McConnell. Details of  the “Research in Networked Learning” Book Series and current titles can be found at http://www.springer.com/series/11810 This volume provides information on current trends and advances in research on networked learning, technology enhanced learning, and e-learning. Specifically, it provides cutting edge information in the areas of: Designing and Facilitating Learning in a Networked World Methodologies for Research in Networked Learning Learning in Social Networks Embedding Networked Learning in Public and Private Organizations Problem based Networked Learning Globalization and Multiculturalism in Networked Learning Networked Learning and International Development Participation and Alienation in Networked Learning

Table of Contents:
-1. Networked Learning; a brief history and new trends.-2. Networked learning, stepping beyond the net generation and digital natives.-3. Differences in understandings of networked learning theory – Connectivity or collaboration? -4. Mediators of socio-technical capital in a networked learning environment. -5. Collectivity, performance and self-representation: Analysing Cloudworks as a public space for networked learning and reflection. -6. A classroom with a view: Networked learning strategies to promote intercultural education. -7. The challenge of introducing “one more tool” – a community of practice perspective on networked learning.-8. Implementation of an infrastructure for networked learning.-9. Who’s taming who? Tensions between people and technologies in cyberspace communities.-10. Learning technology in context: a case for the sociotechnical interaction framework as an analytical lens for networked learning research.-11. What is being reflected in online reflection?-12. Objectified cultural capital and the tale of two students.-13. How do small business owner-managers learn leadership through networked learning?-14. Innovating design for learning in the networked society. -15. Problem-oriented project studies – the role of the teacher as supervisor for the study group in its learning processes. -16. Life behind the screen: Taking the academic online.-17. The Theory, Practice and Pedagogy of Networked Learning.