Shaun Nykvist

Internet used mainly for information gathering, which is often ineffective.

Why use it differently?

• possibility to create communities.
• communities of practice
• allows learners to develop skills and knowledge, which they can share with other members.

why develop communities?

• learning communities apply sophisticated repertories of knowledge
• encourages the development of argument
• develops sense of belonging where members depend on each other.

Current Research:

• developing an authentic task
• developing student interest and drawing on current practices
• scaffolding within the community
• identify and encourage the development of the argument
• identify tools to support learners