Learning and NET: Are Constructivism and computer-based learning environments compatible? (Gance, 2002)

Interpersonal social interaction of a learner with peers and with teachers is considered a key pedagogical strategy to facilitate learning.

Constructivism =
1. engaged active learner exploring environment for new information
2. hands-on
3. authentic learning context
4. interactions with other learners

My first assignment focused on the use of blogs in education and I looked at how blogs can be constructivist. I agree with Gance that NETs should not be seen as something that will make learning constructivist. Rather we need to ensure that the e-learning that the students engage in is constructivist by the very nature of what they are expected to do with it.