Apply Web 2.0 Tools to Constructive Collaboration Learning: A Case Study in MIS Course

Abstract

This article proposes an open source based e-learning environment which adapts constructivism, collaborative learning theories, and Web 2.0 concepts in order to construct next generation e-learning environments. The proposed framework has been tested in MIS course of a college school. There are 4 programs to be tested and analyzed, which applied Web 2.0 tools including forum, Wiki, and Blog into the blended learning environment. The preliminary study reveals that self-learning has been improved for most learners, and students have been more active in learning activities. Under the thought of Web 2.0, this study demonstrates the experiment several trends in higher education such as role change of both learners and lecturers, the way to yields better learning satisfactory, and better learning efficiencies. This study concludes that the Web 2.0 concept is ideal to be practice constructivism, collaborative learning into management related programs.