Un niño de 6 años llamado Billy que padecía leucemia terminal expresó su deseo de convertirse en bombero antes de morir. El jefe de bomberos de Phoenix organizó para que Billy pasara un día como bombero honorario, incluyendo un uniforme y acompañarlos a llamadas. Esto tocó profundamente a Billy, quien vivió tres meses más de lo esperado. Cuando Billy estaba muriendo en el hospital, los bomberos acudieron a despedirse subiendo por una escalera hasta su ventana.
Este documento contiene varios poemas cortos sobre temas del amor como preferir amar sin ver que ver y perder, dejar ir a alguien para que puedan regresar si quieren, extrañar a un amor ausente a pesar del dolor de su lejanía, y cómo el amor se puede meter en los lugares más simples y complicados al mismo tiempo.
Un hombre de 31 años presenta su perfil personal y profesional. Es técnico en computación egresado de SENATI, ofreciendo soporte técnico, instalación de redes e implementación de soluciones informáticas. Sus hobbies son jugar a las escondidas y le tiene fobia al trabajo, siendo su virtud el oportunismo y defecto la sinceridad.
Este documento contiene varios poemas cortos sobre temas del amor como preferir amar sin ver que ver y perder, dejar ir a alguien para que puedan regresar si quieren, extrañar a un amor ausente a pesar del dolor de su lejanía, y cómo el amor se puede meter en los lugares más simples y complicados al mismo tiempo.
Managing Communities of Learning: The Impact and Role of FacilitatorsMartin Rehm
Communities of Learning (CoL) have become a popular methodology for organizational training initiatives (Rehm, 2009). While such communities allow employees to collaboratively upgrade their knowledge and skills, they also enable participants to get in touch with colleagues from all over the world (de Bruyn, 2004). Nonetheless, in order to become an effective educational resource, they also need to be cherished and protected (Paloff & Pratt, 2003). Yet, previous research has largely neglected the impact of facilitators on CoL for working professionals. The present study addresses this lacuna by conducting an exploratory examination on the role of facilitators in CoL of a global training program for an international organization. Our results indicate that working professionals generally do not seem to require much stimulation from facilitators to participate in discussions. Moreover, we find evidence that participants consider the input of facilitators as an added-value to the discussions, rather than a replacement for their own contributions. By addressing these issues, our study can serve as a springboard for facilitators to design and implement an effective teaching strategy for similar CoL in the future, thereby contributing to the overall quality of participants’ learning experience.
Effectiveness of an Online Summer course ProgrammeMartin Rehm
The document summarizes research on the effectiveness of online summer course programmes in mathematics and economics at Maastricht University. It presents findings on:
1) Students' prior knowledge and participation rates in the online courses. 2) The online teaching models used and student evaluations. 3) Pass rates and exam performance correlated with course participation. 4) Appropriateness of individual vs. collaborative learning approaches. The results suggest that the online summer courses helped improve student performance and preparedness for their studies. However, questions remain about the need for such courses and the role of online learning environments.
SHARE-IT - A Blog “from Researchers for Researchers”Martin Rehm
SHARE-IT is a blog called "from Researchers for Researchers" that aims to support academic researchers by sharing knowledge and skills using information technology. The blog serves as a community of practice for researchers to exchange tacit knowledge, provide feedback, and link virtual knowledge with real-world events. While technology acceptance models provide guidance, the success of the blog depends on researchers finding it useful and participating in discussions.
Do Hierarchical Positions Influence Participant’s Network Behaviour within C...Martin Rehm
This document summarizes a study that examined how hierarchical positions influence participant behavior within online communities of learning. The study analyzed social network data from an online training program involving 249 participants from different hierarchical levels. It tested hypotheses that higher-level participants would have more connections (H1-H2) and interact more within their own level (H3), indicating homophily. The results found no differences in how much participants read posts across levels. However, higher-level participants had significantly more reply connections, contradicting H3 and suggesting learning occurred across levels rather than within. The findings imply hierarchical positions can impact engagement but not prevent cross-level collaboration.
Un niño de 6 años llamado Billy que padecía leucemia terminal expresó su deseo de convertirse en bombero antes de morir. El jefe de bomberos de Phoenix organizó para que Billy pasara un día como bombero honorario, incluyendo un uniforme y acompañarlos a llamadas. Esto tocó profundamente a Billy, quien vivió tres meses más de lo esperado. Cuando Billy estaba muriendo en el hospital, los bomberos acudieron a despedirse subiendo por una escalera hasta su ventana.
Este documento contiene varios poemas cortos sobre temas del amor como preferir amar sin ver que ver y perder, dejar ir a alguien para que puedan regresar si quieren, extrañar a un amor ausente a pesar del dolor de su lejanía, y cómo el amor se puede meter en los lugares más simples y complicados al mismo tiempo.
Un hombre de 31 años presenta su perfil personal y profesional. Es técnico en computación egresado de SENATI, ofreciendo soporte técnico, instalación de redes e implementación de soluciones informáticas. Sus hobbies son jugar a las escondidas y le tiene fobia al trabajo, siendo su virtud el oportunismo y defecto la sinceridad.
Este documento contiene varios poemas cortos sobre temas del amor como preferir amar sin ver que ver y perder, dejar ir a alguien para que puedan regresar si quieren, extrañar a un amor ausente a pesar del dolor de su lejanía, y cómo el amor se puede meter en los lugares más simples y complicados al mismo tiempo.
Managing Communities of Learning: The Impact and Role of FacilitatorsMartin Rehm
Communities of Learning (CoL) have become a popular methodology for organizational training initiatives (Rehm, 2009). While such communities allow employees to collaboratively upgrade their knowledge and skills, they also enable participants to get in touch with colleagues from all over the world (de Bruyn, 2004). Nonetheless, in order to become an effective educational resource, they also need to be cherished and protected (Paloff & Pratt, 2003). Yet, previous research has largely neglected the impact of facilitators on CoL for working professionals. The present study addresses this lacuna by conducting an exploratory examination on the role of facilitators in CoL of a global training program for an international organization. Our results indicate that working professionals generally do not seem to require much stimulation from facilitators to participate in discussions. Moreover, we find evidence that participants consider the input of facilitators as an added-value to the discussions, rather than a replacement for their own contributions. By addressing these issues, our study can serve as a springboard for facilitators to design and implement an effective teaching strategy for similar CoL in the future, thereby contributing to the overall quality of participants’ learning experience.
Effectiveness of an Online Summer course ProgrammeMartin Rehm
The document summarizes research on the effectiveness of online summer course programmes in mathematics and economics at Maastricht University. It presents findings on:
1) Students' prior knowledge and participation rates in the online courses. 2) The online teaching models used and student evaluations. 3) Pass rates and exam performance correlated with course participation. 4) Appropriateness of individual vs. collaborative learning approaches. The results suggest that the online summer courses helped improve student performance and preparedness for their studies. However, questions remain about the need for such courses and the role of online learning environments.
SHARE-IT - A Blog “from Researchers for Researchers”Martin Rehm
SHARE-IT is a blog called "from Researchers for Researchers" that aims to support academic researchers by sharing knowledge and skills using information technology. The blog serves as a community of practice for researchers to exchange tacit knowledge, provide feedback, and link virtual knowledge with real-world events. While technology acceptance models provide guidance, the success of the blog depends on researchers finding it useful and participating in discussions.
Do Hierarchical Positions Influence Participant’s Network Behaviour within C...Martin Rehm
This document summarizes a study that examined how hierarchical positions influence participant behavior within online communities of learning. The study analyzed social network data from an online training program involving 249 participants from different hierarchical levels. It tested hypotheses that higher-level participants would have more connections (H1-H2) and interact more within their own level (H3), indicating homophily. The results found no differences in how much participants read posts across levels. However, higher-level participants had significantly more reply connections, contradicting H3 and suggesting learning occurred across levels rather than within. The findings imply hierarchical positions can impact engagement but not prevent cross-level collaboration.
Learning While Working - Facilitating Part-Time PhD FellowsMartin Rehm
This document discusses facilitating online learning for part-time PhD students in a dual career program. It describes setting up online courses in governance and quantitative methods, with facilitators providing feedback. Initial outcomes showed students appreciated access to articles and peer discussions, but participation declined without facilitator involvement. Changes were made to minimize readings and make materials more practical and applied. Combining part-time and full-time students in the second iteration aimed to improve discussions. Facilitators found discussions remained abstract without real-world ties and that some students did not engage when others provided in-depth analysis. The platform's usability and course relevance also impacted participation. Ongoing adjustments aim to guide students and enhance collaboration.
Comparing Communities of Learning: Incoming Bachelor Students & Working Profe...Martin Rehm
The document compares communities of learning (CoLs) between bachelor students and working professionals taking an online economics course. It hypothesized that working professionals would contribute less often but more elaborately, participation would be positively skewed, and informal communication would be higher for bachelor students. The course was conducted on Blackboard with discussion forums. Results found bachelor students were more focused on self-image while professionals were more critical of the course. Both groups benefited from CoLs, but facilitation was important. CoLs can be effective across different target groups using a neo-apprenticeship style of learning.
This document compares Twitter conversations among teachers using the hashtags #educhat and #acps. It finds that both hashtags contribute to Networks of Practice by connecting geographically distributed groups of teachers engaged in shared practices. Analysis of social network metrics and semantic networks reveal different characteristics between the two, including differences in homophily, structural roles, and discussion topics. The research suggests Twitter conversations can foster continuous professional development and knowledge sharing among teachers.
Birds of a Feather? - Do Participants’ Hierarchical Positions activate Homoph...Martin Rehm
This document summarizes a study that examined whether participants' hierarchical positions within an organization activated homophily (similarity) within online communities of learning (CoL). The study analyzed social networks of 249 participants in 25 CoL during a 14-week online training program. It found no evidence of homophily based on hierarchical position in the reading networks, but saw high fluctuation in active reply networks. The document recommends scaffolding activities and facilitator guidance to decrease selective interactions and more actively engage all participants.
This document discusses a study comparing text-based and voice-based communication in Second Life. The study will divide 160 students into groups, with one cohort communicating via text and the other via voice during a discussion task. Instruments will measure expectations, academic motivation, and perceptions. The researchers expect that voice communication will be preferred over text, and that intrinsic motivation will correlate with text-based communication while extrinsic motivation will correlate with voice. Limitations include the descriptive planned analysis and lack of control over face-to-face discussion.
Communities of Learning in Organizational Training: The influence of particip...Martin Rehm
Driven by today’s knowledge economy, many organizations have started looking for innovative methods to train their staff (Yamnill & MacLean, 2001). In this context, online Communities of Learning (CoL) have received a growing amount of attention among practitioners and researchers alike (Rehm, 2009). Yet, despite positive business showcases, empirical research on collaborative (learning) activities has only yielded mixed results (e.g. Simons, Pelled, & Smith, 1999). Moreover, past research on collaborative online communities has either not considered data from real organizations (Edmondson, 2002), or neglected participants’ hierarchical position as a major obstacle to collaborative learning processes (Romme, 1996). The present study addresses these shortcomings by providing empirical evidence from 25 CoL of an online training program that was being implemented for 249 staff members of a global organization. Each CoL consisted of 7 – 13 participants, from different hierarchical positions, who collaboratively enhanced their knowledge via asynchronous discussion forums.
Using social network analysis (Strijbos, Martens, Prins, & Jochems, 2006), we computed participants’ in- and out-degree ties, as well as centrality scores to determine their communication behaviour within CoL. Additionally, based on the content analysis scheme developed by Veerman & Veldhuis-Diermanse (2001), we assessed the level of participants’ contributions.
Our empirical results clearly indicate that hierarchical positions are transferred into the virtual realm and that higher level management plays an important role in CoL. More specifically, participants from higher up the hierarchical ladder held more central positions and contributed a higher amount of task-related messages than their colleagues. Taken together, these insights provide valuable input for future CoL. Considering that hierarchical positions have a significant impact on CoL, HRD practitioners can design collaborative activities that foster the active exchange of information, and device facilitation strategies that encourage an active participation of all members of a CoL.
The document describes a global learning program for working professionals run by Maastricht Graduate School of Governance. The program uses a blended model with e-learning modules and a face-to-face workshop. It finds that activity levels fluctuated across the online communities, with a few central actors emerging as top contributors. These top actors tended to have international experience, middle management roles, and some prior experience with e-learning.
This document discusses a study on the influence of hierarchical position on individuals' activity and performance in communities of learning. The study hypothesized that individuals in higher hierarchical positions would be more active and perform better. It analyzed data from 264 participants in an online training program, finding that those in higher positions did contribute more and receive higher grades. However, the measurements were limited. Future research could use more in-depth analyses like social network and content analyses to gain further insights.
A Análise de Conteúdo em Plataformas de Interação Online: Aplicação Comparati...Kadu Fernandiz
Este documento apresenta uma pesquisa comparativa sobre a aplicação da Análise de Conteúdo no Twitter e no Facebook. O objetivo é entender como este método pode ser aplicado no cenário midiático fragmentado atual e avaliar seus procedimentos frente à dinamicidade destas plataformas. A pesquisa utilizou a metodologia da Netnografia para coletar e analisar dados de postagens nas duas redes sociais.
The document discusses competency-based education at the Maastricht Graduate School of Governance. It notes the increasing demand for specific competencies and interlinkage between higher education and employment. It also discusses communities of practice and situated learning within the workplace as motivations for lifelong learners. The competencies highlighted include problem solving and creativity.
The document discusses the potential for employment opportunities around the proposed Multi-Modal International Hub Airport (MIHAN) project in Nagpur, India. It outlines plans for (1) expanding the existing airport and developing an airport city with residential and commercial areas, (2) establishing a Special Economic Zone with IT parks, manufacturing zones, and a health city, and (3) leveraging Nagpur's central location to develop international cargo and passenger hubbing. The project is expected to generate hundreds of thousands of jobs across various skilled, semi-skilled, and unskilled sectors and attract billions of dollars in private investment.
The document summarizes the history and operations of NOGA Private Limited, an agro-processing company in Maharashtra, India. It began as a cold storage facility for oranges in 1946 and was later taken over by the state government. NOGA processes various fruits into products like juices, squashes, jams and sells them to retail markets, hotels and airlines. It has received several awards for its products. NOGA continues to expand its product range and distribution network to meet growing demand.
O documento anuncia um concurso público organizado pelo CETREDE para preencher vagas na prefeitura de Barroquinha. Fornece informações sobre o período de inscrição de 13 de julho a 13 de agosto de 2015, a data da prova em 13 de setembro, e os contatos do SAC para tirar dúvidas sobre o concurso.
La felicitación navideña desea una feliz navidad y un próspero año nuevo, resumiendo los deseos fundamentales de la temporada de fiestas y el comienzo de un nuevo año.
Este documento presenta cuatro diccionarios bilingües que traducen palabras del español al catalán, euskera, gallego y valenciano. Cada diccionario incluye traducciones de palabras del entorno cotidiano, relaciones grupales y otras palabras adicionales.
Learning While Working - Facilitating Part-Time PhD FellowsMartin Rehm
This document discusses facilitating online learning for part-time PhD students in a dual career program. It describes setting up online courses in governance and quantitative methods, with facilitators providing feedback. Initial outcomes showed students appreciated access to articles and peer discussions, but participation declined without facilitator involvement. Changes were made to minimize readings and make materials more practical and applied. Combining part-time and full-time students in the second iteration aimed to improve discussions. Facilitators found discussions remained abstract without real-world ties and that some students did not engage when others provided in-depth analysis. The platform's usability and course relevance also impacted participation. Ongoing adjustments aim to guide students and enhance collaboration.
Comparing Communities of Learning: Incoming Bachelor Students & Working Profe...Martin Rehm
The document compares communities of learning (CoLs) between bachelor students and working professionals taking an online economics course. It hypothesized that working professionals would contribute less often but more elaborately, participation would be positively skewed, and informal communication would be higher for bachelor students. The course was conducted on Blackboard with discussion forums. Results found bachelor students were more focused on self-image while professionals were more critical of the course. Both groups benefited from CoLs, but facilitation was important. CoLs can be effective across different target groups using a neo-apprenticeship style of learning.
This document compares Twitter conversations among teachers using the hashtags #educhat and #acps. It finds that both hashtags contribute to Networks of Practice by connecting geographically distributed groups of teachers engaged in shared practices. Analysis of social network metrics and semantic networks reveal different characteristics between the two, including differences in homophily, structural roles, and discussion topics. The research suggests Twitter conversations can foster continuous professional development and knowledge sharing among teachers.
Birds of a Feather? - Do Participants’ Hierarchical Positions activate Homoph...Martin Rehm
This document summarizes a study that examined whether participants' hierarchical positions within an organization activated homophily (similarity) within online communities of learning (CoL). The study analyzed social networks of 249 participants in 25 CoL during a 14-week online training program. It found no evidence of homophily based on hierarchical position in the reading networks, but saw high fluctuation in active reply networks. The document recommends scaffolding activities and facilitator guidance to decrease selective interactions and more actively engage all participants.
This document discusses a study comparing text-based and voice-based communication in Second Life. The study will divide 160 students into groups, with one cohort communicating via text and the other via voice during a discussion task. Instruments will measure expectations, academic motivation, and perceptions. The researchers expect that voice communication will be preferred over text, and that intrinsic motivation will correlate with text-based communication while extrinsic motivation will correlate with voice. Limitations include the descriptive planned analysis and lack of control over face-to-face discussion.
Communities of Learning in Organizational Training: The influence of particip...Martin Rehm
Driven by today’s knowledge economy, many organizations have started looking for innovative methods to train their staff (Yamnill & MacLean, 2001). In this context, online Communities of Learning (CoL) have received a growing amount of attention among practitioners and researchers alike (Rehm, 2009). Yet, despite positive business showcases, empirical research on collaborative (learning) activities has only yielded mixed results (e.g. Simons, Pelled, & Smith, 1999). Moreover, past research on collaborative online communities has either not considered data from real organizations (Edmondson, 2002), or neglected participants’ hierarchical position as a major obstacle to collaborative learning processes (Romme, 1996). The present study addresses these shortcomings by providing empirical evidence from 25 CoL of an online training program that was being implemented for 249 staff members of a global organization. Each CoL consisted of 7 – 13 participants, from different hierarchical positions, who collaboratively enhanced their knowledge via asynchronous discussion forums.
Using social network analysis (Strijbos, Martens, Prins, & Jochems, 2006), we computed participants’ in- and out-degree ties, as well as centrality scores to determine their communication behaviour within CoL. Additionally, based on the content analysis scheme developed by Veerman & Veldhuis-Diermanse (2001), we assessed the level of participants’ contributions.
Our empirical results clearly indicate that hierarchical positions are transferred into the virtual realm and that higher level management plays an important role in CoL. More specifically, participants from higher up the hierarchical ladder held more central positions and contributed a higher amount of task-related messages than their colleagues. Taken together, these insights provide valuable input for future CoL. Considering that hierarchical positions have a significant impact on CoL, HRD practitioners can design collaborative activities that foster the active exchange of information, and device facilitation strategies that encourage an active participation of all members of a CoL.
The document describes a global learning program for working professionals run by Maastricht Graduate School of Governance. The program uses a blended model with e-learning modules and a face-to-face workshop. It finds that activity levels fluctuated across the online communities, with a few central actors emerging as top contributors. These top actors tended to have international experience, middle management roles, and some prior experience with e-learning.
This document discusses a study on the influence of hierarchical position on individuals' activity and performance in communities of learning. The study hypothesized that individuals in higher hierarchical positions would be more active and perform better. It analyzed data from 264 participants in an online training program, finding that those in higher positions did contribute more and receive higher grades. However, the measurements were limited. Future research could use more in-depth analyses like social network and content analyses to gain further insights.
A Análise de Conteúdo em Plataformas de Interação Online: Aplicação Comparati...Kadu Fernandiz
Este documento apresenta uma pesquisa comparativa sobre a aplicação da Análise de Conteúdo no Twitter e no Facebook. O objetivo é entender como este método pode ser aplicado no cenário midiático fragmentado atual e avaliar seus procedimentos frente à dinamicidade destas plataformas. A pesquisa utilizou a metodologia da Netnografia para coletar e analisar dados de postagens nas duas redes sociais.
The document discusses competency-based education at the Maastricht Graduate School of Governance. It notes the increasing demand for specific competencies and interlinkage between higher education and employment. It also discusses communities of practice and situated learning within the workplace as motivations for lifelong learners. The competencies highlighted include problem solving and creativity.
The document discusses the potential for employment opportunities around the proposed Multi-Modal International Hub Airport (MIHAN) project in Nagpur, India. It outlines plans for (1) expanding the existing airport and developing an airport city with residential and commercial areas, (2) establishing a Special Economic Zone with IT parks, manufacturing zones, and a health city, and (3) leveraging Nagpur's central location to develop international cargo and passenger hubbing. The project is expected to generate hundreds of thousands of jobs across various skilled, semi-skilled, and unskilled sectors and attract billions of dollars in private investment.
The document summarizes the history and operations of NOGA Private Limited, an agro-processing company in Maharashtra, India. It began as a cold storage facility for oranges in 1946 and was later taken over by the state government. NOGA processes various fruits into products like juices, squashes, jams and sells them to retail markets, hotels and airlines. It has received several awards for its products. NOGA continues to expand its product range and distribution network to meet growing demand.
O documento anuncia um concurso público organizado pelo CETREDE para preencher vagas na prefeitura de Barroquinha. Fornece informações sobre o período de inscrição de 13 de julho a 13 de agosto de 2015, a data da prova em 13 de setembro, e os contatos do SAC para tirar dúvidas sobre o concurso.
La felicitación navideña desea una feliz navidad y un próspero año nuevo, resumiendo los deseos fundamentales de la temporada de fiestas y el comienzo de un nuevo año.
Este documento presenta cuatro diccionarios bilingües que traducen palabras del español al catalán, euskera, gallego y valenciano. Cada diccionario incluye traducciones de palabras del entorno cotidiano, relaciones grupales y otras palabras adicionales.
Oli en un llum: el camí més segur per a la formació docent per al desenvolup...Josep Miquel Arroyo Baena
L'objectiu del curs és establir una anàlisi de la nostra tasca docent que permeti el debat pedagògic i el paper de l'educació en la formació d'adults. Intentarem definir un sistema organitzatiu per incorporar metodologies i introduir l'anomenada "innovació pedagògica" a l’aula de manera gradual i reflexiva.
El canvi com a element de renovació metodològica
Per què canviar?
I per on comencem?
Què necessitem per introduir la innovació a classe?
Com introduïm aquests canvis al projecte curricular?