Integrating Wikis as Educational Tools for the Development of a Community of Inquiry

Nikleia Eteokleous, Despo Ktoridou, Maria Orphanou

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    Abstract

    This article describes a study that attempted to evaluate the integration of wikis as an educational tool in successfully achieving the learning objectives of a fifth-grade linguistics and literature course. A mixed-method approach was employed-data were collected via questionnaires, reflective journals, observations, and interviews. The results revealed the development of a Community of Inquiry in a student-centered, blended learning environment through wiki integration and highlighted the significant role of the educator as well as the importance of the lesson's and activities' design and structure.

    Original languageEnglish
    Pages (from-to)103-116
    Number of pages14
    JournalAmerican Journal of Distance Education
    Volume28
    Issue number2
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - 2014

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