Collected Essays on Learning and Teaching - Volume 4.pdf - 1 views
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creation of student avatars
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The avatar activity encouraged studentstudent interactions by drawing upon personal experiences and interests and specifically dedicating small amounts of time to peer socializing.
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By creating opportunities for students to create social-relational constructs in online learning environments, personal risks are minimized because students choose which experiences they wish to share and look for common interests upon which to base their sense of belonging.
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