Online community and professional learning in education: Research-based keys to sustainability

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Havelock, B. (2004). Online community and professional learning in education: Research-based keys to sustainability. AACE Journal, 12(1), 56-84. Norfolk, VA: AACE.
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AACE Journal
ISSN 1065-6901
Volume 12, Issue 1, January 2004
Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE)  Norfolk, VA

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Bruce Havelock, University of Washington, USA

Abstract

Though the concept of online community has been heralded as a promising tool to support teacher professional development, a robust and meaningful definition remains elusive. This review draws together reserach on community, teaching, and learning in traditional and online settings. Examples of current efforts in the field of online learning communities for teachers are described, and guidelines for their success and utility are synthesized from this diverse body of research.

Keywords

• Computer Sciences
• Educational Technology
• Learning Disabilities
• Professional Development
• Networking Technologies

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