Asynchronous Online Discussions in Secondary Schools

An investigation into the effectiveness of a holistic model for implementing asynchronous online

discussion in secondary schools.

Process

– Present Model (July)

– Design Online Discussion (July/ Aug/ Sept)

– Implement (Sept)

– Feedback from Staff and Students (Oct)

What is an AOD?

• Asynchronous

• Online

• Discussion• Discussion Forum

• Blog

• WIKI

• Facebook

The Model

Zone 2 – Teaching Design

• Lead organiser sets out the context and content of the task– Planning– Design– Role Definition– Delivery– Assessment– Evaluation

Stimulus, Questions and Assessment

Student Led - Roles

Student Led – Experienced Users

Zone 3 – Interaction and Facilitation

• In the inner zone the actual online discourse taking place as a result of continuous interaction.

• Playing Roles

• Facilitation techniques are practical, for example, asking open questions, asking for opinions etc.

Motivation Interaction Example

Modern Languages Example

Critical Thinking Example