This virtual presentation provides the research supporting and the resources for a process of scaffolding both student use of technology and development of student skills for collaborative group work. This scaffolding process is being researched by the presenter with a focus on increasing student engagement, increasing student satisfaction, and supporting student success. By attending the presentation, the attendee will receive resources and strategies related to scaffolding student technology and collaborative group work skills. This virtual presentation addresses the conference strand Blended and Online Teaching and Learning.

1. Collaborative Learning & Technology: Scaffolding for Group Work in Online Courses With Dr. Julia Parra

2. Hello  This is me - Julia aka Julia Wiggins (Second Life) aka @desertjul and more… LOL, I have so many identities, I'm not sure I remember them all. Could this be a problem? InterWeb Identity Crisis?

4. Do we really need group work?

9. Aren’t there lots of challenges?