Unit 2 Knowledge Building Technology

ETAP623 : Unit 2 - Knowledge Building, Technology This page last changed on Jan 23, 2008 by wikiadm1. Unit Learning Objective: The Learner will be able to identify the various parts of Knowledge Forum, the online tool used to create a knowledge building environment As indicated in Unit 1, successful Knowledge Building occurs when ideas are placed in a communal space occupied by learners, teachers, and subject experts. These ideas, ideally placed there by students and reflecting a problem indicative of the current topic of study, are then read, shared, discussed, challenged, expanded, and perhaps even resolved (but not necessarily always resolved!). While technology such as email, instant messaging, and/or online course software can be used for such learning situations, a tool has been developed that better facilitates this unique online dynamic. CSILE (Computer-Supported Intentional Learning Environments) was a prototype developed in 1983 by [5407253.html Marlene Scardamalia] (2002) to better allow students to share lecture summaries and "engage in reflective activity."(p.5). This unique tool has developed into Knowledge Forum® a tool that allows knowledge building, and the students who build the knowledge, to reach their full potential. Knowledge Forum in Action The screen shot above is from a recent Instructional Design class at SUNY Albany. The collaborative space, the evolution of ideas, and therefore the building of knowledge is evident. This unit continues with a "Characteristics" lesson, then a wrap-up. Knowledge Building & Information Literacy K-16+ | Unit 2 | Unit 2 - Knowledge Building, Technology Characteristics | Unit 2 - Knowledge Building, Technology Wrap-Up