The Potential of Blogs for Higher Degree Supervision.

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Bigger, Stephen (2009) The Potential of Blogs for Higher Degree Supervision. Worcester Journal of Learning and Teaching (1). ISSN 2024-8032

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Abstract:

This article discusses the potential of the use of blog technology in supporting research students at the university, and encourages its wider use. Individual blogs open only to student and supervisors can focus and structure dialogue and discussion, helping students to develop their argument and ‘voice’. The general blog “Learn, Live, Thrive” models the development of a reflexive research diary so that students can develop their
own. It also encourages students to begin the process of theorization by sharing reading and ideas, and modelling theory. By being open and available to all students, general
blogs add to the breadth, depth, effectiveness and efficiency of the supervision process, informing tutorials on the student’s particular topic.

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Worcester Journal of Learning and Teaching (WJLT) is an open-access, peer-reviewed journal published by the University of Worcester to disseminate academic articles, project reports and personal perspectives about Learning and Teaching written by staff associated with the University and its partners.

Uncontrolled Discrete Keywords:

supervision, education, educational technology, blogs, research, student support, blogging, communication, Higher Education, learning, teaching, research students

Subjects:

L Education > LB Theory and practice of education > LB2300 Higher Education

Legacy Divisions (Admin Only):

College of Arts, Humanities and Education > School of Education

Academic Schools:

Institute of Education

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Depositing User:

Janet Davidson

Date Deposited:

22 Oct 2009 10:36

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