Collaborative learning for University studies

Abstract

Higher education institutions are dealing with the challenge of shifts in the way studying is organized due changes in learning methods, processes and tools. Collaborative learning has been considerably expanded from the formal environment of university studies into the broad international peer-supported learning environment, facilitated by the advent of Web 2.0 tools. According to Redecker et al. (2009), the new learning methods open up society, embrace diversity, implement networking, increase academic achievement and improve learning, promote technical, pedagogical and organization innovation. This article analyses these innovations from the point of view of collaborative learning in university studies that uses Facebook, which facilitates the use and exchange of information and knowledge, and promotes the development of educational artefacts, i.e. open educational resources (OER). [...]