dc.contributor.author |
Gunn, Catherine |
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dc.contributor.author |
Steel, C |
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dc.date.accessioned |
2014-07-29T04:41:34Z |
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dc.date.issued |
2012 |
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dc.identifier.citation |
Research in Learning Technology, 2012, 20 (2), pp. 203 - 216 |
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dc.identifier.uri |
http://hdl.handle.net/2292/22605 |
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dc.description.abstract |
We present a case to reposition theory so it plays a pivotal role in learning technology research, and helps to build an ecology of learning. To support the case, we present a critique of current practice based on a review of articles published in two leading international journals from 2005 – 2010. Our study reveals that theory features only incidentally, or not at all in many cases. We propose theory development as a unifying theme for learning technology research study design and reporting. The use of learning design as a strategy to develop and test theories in practice is integral to our argument. We conclude by supporting other researchers who recommend educational design research as a theory focused methodology to move the field forward in productive and consistent ways. The challenge of changing common practice will be involved. However, the potential to raise the profile of learning technology research and improve educational outcomes justifies the effort required. |
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dc.relation.ispartofseries |
Research in Learning Technology |
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dc.rights |
Items in ResearchSpace are protected by copyright, with all rights reserved, unless otherwise indicated. Previously published items are made available in accordance with the copyright policy of the publisher. Details obtained from http://www.co-action.net/authors/authors4.php
http://www.sherpa.ac.uk/romeo/issn/2156-7069/ |
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dc.rights.uri |
https://researchspace.auckland.ac.nz/docs/uoa-docs/rights.htm |
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dc.rights.uri |
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ |
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dc.title |
Linking Theory to Practice Learning Technology Research |
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dc.type |
Journal Article |
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dc.identifier.doi |
10.3402/rlt.v20i0.16148 |
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pubs.issue |
2 |
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pubs.begin-page |
203 |
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pubs.volume |
20 |
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dc.description.version |
VoR - Version of Record |
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pubs.end-page |
216 |
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dc.rights.accessrights |
http://purl.org/eprint/accessRights/OpenAccess |
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pubs.subtype |
Article |
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pubs.elements-id |
424417 |
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pubs.org-id |
Education and Social Work |
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pubs.org-id |
Curriculum and Pedagogy |
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dc.identifier.eissn |
2156-7077 |
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pubs.record-created-at-source-date |
2014-01-22 |
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