Book chapter 2010

Supporting Virtual Learning Through E-Tutoring

KB
Kopp, Birgitta Maria
 GM
Germ, Melanie
 MH
Mandl, Heinz
E-Collaborative Knowledge Construction: Learning from Computer-Supported and Virtual Environments
Journal · pp. 213-230
Abstract

E-tutoring is a hot topic in the context of virtual learning. As such learning environments become more prevalent in schools, universities or vocational training, providing adequate support for learners is becoming increasingly important – not only for individual, but also for collaborative learning. Therefore, there has been a lot of interest in using e-tutoring to foster learning processes and improve the performance of learners. Furthermore, an e-tutor can help prevent phenomena which are common in e-learning environments, such as feeling anonymous and isolated. In this chapter, we would like to first provide a theoretical introduction to e-tutoring that includes the definition, tasks and competencies of an e-tutor. Secondly, we will discuss the e-tutor in action, illustrated by a training for e-tutors and a virtual seminar which was supported by an e-tutor. © 2010 by IGI Global. All rights reserved.

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E-learning Teaching Personnel training Apprentices Education computing Vocational training Collaborative learning Computer aided instruction Learning environments Performance Virtual learning Learning process Hot topics Foster learning E-tutor E-tutoring
Author Affiliations
Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Munich, Bayern, Germany
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