Authentic Learning for the 21st Century: An Overview
| Title: | Authentic Learning for the 21st Century: An Overview (ID: ELI3009) | | Author(s): | Marilyn M. Lombardi (Duke University) | | Topics: | Authentic Learning, E-Learning, Instructional Design, Instructional Technologies, Interaction and Engagement, Learners, Learning, Net Generation Learner, Simulations, Teaching, Teaching and Learning | | Origin: | ELI White Papers, EDUCAUSE Learning Initiative (2007) | | Type: | Articles, Papers, and Reports | | Abstract: | Learning-by-doing is generally considered the most effective way to learn. The Internet and a variety of emerging communication, visualization, and simulation technologies now make it possible to offer students authentic learning experiences ranging from experimentation to real-world problem solving. This white paper explores what constitutes authentic learning, how technology supports it, what makes it effective, and why it is important.
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