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The Savior Image in Online Collaborative Learning: How Adult Learning Groups Manage Age-related Difference

Authors

• • Regina O. Smith
  • University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
• • John M. Dirkx
  • Michigan State University

Abstract

This qualitative cross-case study examines how age-related differences are manifest and managed within online groups of adult learners. The findings suggest lack of traditional instruction in the PBL groups created a vacuum of authority, which they were unable to satisfactorily resolve.

Keywords: Collaborative learning, mixed-age groups, psychodynamics learning theory

How to Cite: Smith, R. O. & Dirkx, J. M. (2006) “The Savior Image in Online Collaborative Learning: How Adult Learning Groups Manage Age-related Difference”, Adult Education Research Conference. 1(2006).