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Reflections on an inherent tension between peer collaboration and individual assessment in online professional learning
European Educational Research Association (2014)
  • Elizabeth A Hartnell-Young, Dr, ACER
  • Leena Vainio
Abstract

In this paper, the authors reflect on potential tensions between peer learning among adult students and current forms of assessment in two professional learning contexts: one in Finland, and one in Australia. The two groups participated separately in online and face to face learning that required them to gather data, reflect, communicate and try out new strategies in their workplaces. Formal learning outcomes and assessment were expected.

Keywords
  • Professional learning,
  • Peer learning,
  • Adult students,
  • Assessment,
  • Face to face,
  • Online learning,
  • Outcomes,
  • Education
Publication Date
September, 2014
Citation Information
Elizabeth A Hartnell-Young and Leena Vainio. "Reflections on an inherent tension between peer collaboration and individual assessment in online professional learning" European Educational Research Association (2014)
Available at: http://works.bepress.com/elizabeth_hartnell-young/52/