Computer supported moderation of e-discussions: The ARGUNAUT approach

Reuma De Groot*, Raul Drachman, Rakheli Hever, Baruch B. Schwarz, Ulrich Hoppe, Andreas Harrer, Maarten De Laat, Rupert Wegerif, Bruce M. McLaren, Benoit Baurens

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Abstract

Despite their potential value for learning purposes, e-discussions do not necessarily lead to desirable results, even when moderated. The study of the moderator's role, especially in synchronous, graphical e-discussions, and the development of appropriate tools to assist moderators are the objectives of the ARGUNAUT project. This project aims at unifying awareness and feedback mechanisms in e-discussion environments, presently implemented on two existing platforms. This system is primarily directed to a human moderator and facilitating moderation, but might also help the students monitor their own interactions. At the heart of system are the inter-relations between an off-line AI analysis mechanism and an online monitoring module. This is done through a collaboration of technological and pedagogical teams, showing promising preliminary results.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationCSCL 2007 - Computer Supported Collaborative Learning Conference 2007
Subtitle of host publicationMice, Minds, and Society
Pages165-167
Number of pages3
EditionPART 1
StatePublished - 2007
EventConference on Computer Supported Collaborative Learning: Of Mice, Minds, and Society, CSCL 2007 - New Brunswick, NJ, United States
Duration: 16 Jul 200721 Jul 2007

Publication series

NameComputer-Supported Collaborative Learning Conference, CSCL
NumberPART 1
Volume8
ISSN (Print)1573-4552

Conference

ConferenceConference on Computer Supported Collaborative Learning: Of Mice, Minds, and Society, CSCL 2007
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityNew Brunswick, NJ
Period16/07/0721/07/07

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