The Role of Institutions in Creating Student-Focused Virtual Learning Spaces with ePortfolio Systems

View Sample PDF

Author(s): Eva Heinrich (Massey University, New Zealand)and Yuliya Bozhko (Massey University, New Zealand)
Copyright: 2012
Pages: 17
Source title: Physical and Virtual Learning Spaces in Higher Education: Concepts for the Modern Learning Environment
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Mike Keppell (Charles Sturt University, Australia), Kay Souter (LaTrobe University, Australia)and Matthew Riddle (LaTrobe University, Australia)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-60960-114-0.ch008

Keywords: Education / Educational Technologies / Information Science Reference / Virtual Learning Environments

Purchase

View The Role of Institutions in Creating Student-Focused Virtual Learning Spaces with ePortfolio Systems on the publisher's website for pricing and purchasing information.

Abstract

In this chapter, we explore the currently dominant virtual learning spaces employed in institutions of higher education and contrast them with the virtual social spaces provided by Web 2.0 tools. Guided by the increasing focus on lifelong learning skills in the world of work and in higher education, we identify the gap that exists between institutional and social virtual spaces. We argue for filling this gap by providing access to institutional e-Portfolio systems to students in higher education, giving students an institutionally supported student-focused virtual learning space. By examining the perspectives of stakeholders involved in higher education, we identify challenges inherent in the adoption of institutional e-Portfolio systems and make recommendations for overcoming these based on practical experience and research findings.

The IRMA Community

Research IRM

The Role of Institutions in Creating Student-Focused Virtual Learning Spaces with ePortfolio Systems

Purchase

Abstract

Related Content

IRMA Sponsors