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    Developing a learning community: exploring the impact of online activities on the building of campus-based communities.

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    Publication date
    2010-06-03T15:53:30Z
    Author
    Axe, Josephine
    Supervisor
    Stewart, Will
    McConnell, David
    Keyword
    Learning communities
    Blended learning
    Online learning
    Action research
    Orientation
    Diversity
    Education
    Educational environment
    Rights
    Creative Commons License
    The University of Bradford theses are licenced under a Creative Commons Licence.
    Institution
    University of Bradford
    Department
    School of Lifelong Education and Development
    Awarded
    2009
    
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    Abstract
    Taking an action research approach, this study explores the experiences of three intakes of undergraduate students who worked in a cohort-based learning environment where team work and classroom participation was expected. This educational setting required students from diverse backgrounds to work closely together on campus during the intense one-year program. To facilitate in the development of a face-to-face learning community, where individual differences could be celebrated and problems could be solved in an open, trusting environment, an online bridging course was developed. Aimed at decreasing the incidence of minority group marginalization and reduce feelings of isolation, the bridging course provided activities directed towards encouraging students to begin to develop an inclusive learning community prior to their arrival on campus. Exploring how online transitional activities had contributed to the development of a face-to-face learning community, as well as perceived disadvantages to that model, key stakeholders¿ perceptions were obtained through focus groups, interviews, and surveys. Findings include: (a) an enhanced understanding of the ways in which an online course can be used to aid in the development of a learning community for oncampus students; (b) a heightened awareness of challenges faced by those working in a learning community; (c) a systematic approach to the development of learning communities. This research suggests that an online bridging course can be an effective way for on-campus students to start developing a learning community.
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    http://hdl.handle.net/10454/4322
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    Thesis
    Qualification name
    PhD
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