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The VLE vs. PLE debateGráinne Conole, University of Leicester
PLE Conference, Aveiro13th July 2012
@gconole, #pleconf
Outline
• E-Pedagogies• The essence of good learning• The VLE/PLE continuum• The problem of lack of uptake• Using the VLE as a Trojan horse• The benefits of VLEs• A VLE/PLE comparison• Crystal gazing
(Un)keynote - the process• Questions, prompts on Twitter and fb• Experts invited to provide short videos• Space to aggregate resources and for
discussion on Cloudworks
A
AssociativeFocus on individualLearning through association and reinforcement
ConstructivistBuilding on prior knowledgeTask-orientated
SituativeLearning through social interactionLearning in context
ConnectivistLearning in a networked environment
Pedagogies of e-learning Mayes & De Freitas, 2004Conole 2010
E-trainingDrill & practice
Inquiry learningResource-based
Experiential, Problem-based Role play
Reflective & dialogic learning, Personalised learning
What is the essence of learning?
Essence of learningReflective Dialogic
Authentic Applied
A focus on pedagogy
We are all potential teachers and learners
We learn well through the act of creating
We learn by observing the activities of our peers
By understanding the contexts of others, we can teach in more transformative ways
A learning environment needs to be flexible
Dougiamas, Athens, 2nd October 2010
PLE
VLE
Informal Formal
Accredited courses +
Accredited courses
MOOCs
Study guides & resources
Tools
Pedagogy Context
The problem
Social and participatory media offer new ways to communicate and collaborate
Wealth of free resources and tools
Not fully exploited
Replicating bad pedagogy
Lack of time and skills
The solution
Using the VLE as a Trojan horseNew approaches to design for learning:
Conceptual design viewsFrameworksWorkshopsSocial media
Using the VLE as a Trojan horse
• VLE as a safe nursery slope• Help to:– Shift focus from content to
activities– Promote reflection and
collaboration– Create pedagogically effective
learning pathways
Blackboard audit
• Data– Online survey (260 returns)– Departmental visits
• Key findings– Used as content repository and
administration– Pockets of innovation– More support needed on
effective design strategies– Tension between teaching and
research– Usability issue
Blackboard+ at Leicester
BB plus Google+Maths video-lets
Prof-casts
History conundrum Voicethread
Benefits
• Guided learning pathway• Structured and timed• Formal accreditation• A cohort of peers• Tutor support• Consistent interface• Good accessibility• Management buy-in• Back end monitoring tool• Databanks of good practice
MSc in Learning Innovation
Technology-Enhanced Learning
Learning Design
Research Design and Methods
Case Studies of Innovation
Dissertation
A comparison….
• Formal course in VLE cf. informal MOOC
• Questions– Tools used– Learners’ perceptions– Challenges– Design issues
Learning Design MOOC
Crystal gazing
• Blurring of boundaries• Mix of institutional and
cloud-based tools• Spectrum of formal and
informal offerings• More sophisticated
learning analytics tools • Learning design tools to
guide practice
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