Synchronous Collaboration in Distance Education: A Case Study on a Computer Science Course

Authors:
Michalis Xenos;Nikolaos Avouris;Vassilis Komis;Dimitris Stavrinoudis;Meletis Margaritis
Affiliations:
Hellenic Open University and R.A. CTI;University of Patras;University of Patras;Hellenic Open University;University of Patras
Venue:
ICALT '04 Proceedings of the IEEE International Conference on Advanced Learning Technologies
Year:
2004

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Abstract

This paper describes our experience with introduction of synchronous collaborative problem solving activities in the frame of a distance learning computer science undergraduate course of the Hellenic Open University (HOU). Groups of students worked collaboratively at a distance in order to build a flowchart of an algorithm to a given problem. The technological and organization issues involved, the first findings of analysis of peer students interaction during this study, as well as some general implications for distance education are discussed.