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A Comparative Study on Cooperative Learning in Multimedia and Network Environment Used by English Majors between China Mainland and Taiwan
- Source :
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Advances in Language and Literary Studies . Feb 2018 9(1):127-135. - Publication Year :
- 2018
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Abstract
- This paper first based on the theory of cooperative learning research. It analyses the characteristics and advantages of cooperative learning under the multimedia network environment. And then take China Three Gorges University and Taiwan I-Shou University English major students for example, using questionnaires and interviews to investigate the students' cooperative learning in the network environment. Survey results showed that cooperative learning teaching mode has been widely used in English classrooms across the Taiwan Strait. Students think highly of cooperative learning in the multimedia-aided, and it can have a positive effect on learning; but on cooperative learning ability and the specific learning process, students still have some problems. Nowadays, cooperative learning in the network environment has various ways, but there exist certain differences in the learning styles across the Strait. Taiwan students rely more on teachers' help and teachers' feedback, while students in mainland depend mainly on networking and panel discussion. On qualitative analysis of interview is a supplement to the questionnaire and further explore its deeper causes, which provide valuable evidence for the study and learning practice. Finally, according to the comparative analysis, the author puts forward some constructive suggestions.
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 2203-4714
- Volume :
- 9
- Issue :
- 1
- Database :
- ERIC
- Journal :
- Advances in Language and Literary Studies
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- EJ1169326
- Document Type :
- Journal Articles<br />Reports - Research