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Fletcher, T (2023) Using a virtual learning environment to enhance reflective practice in work-based learning. Higher Education, Skills and Work-Based Learning. ISSN 2042-3896
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Abstract
Purpose The purpose of this paper is to develop a greater understanding of how a virtual learning environment (VLE) discussion forum can be used as a learning community to enhance reflective practice in work-based learning (WBL). Design/methodology/approach This study adopted a qualitative interpretive approach through the use of VLE [Blackboard (BB)] discussion forums followed by a focus group. Thematic and content analysis was conducted to identify patterns and themes. Findings The findings suggest that whilst a VLE can help create a community of practice through discussion forums, individual reflective practice, as opposed to group reflection, was found to be the most common in the communication discourse, with reflection on experience as the main category. Practical implications Original views of students have been gathered and can be used to inform future practice. Originality/value The findings can be used to better understand and enhance reflective practice of students on WBL placements.
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| Additional Information: | This author accepted manuscript is deposited under a Creative Commons Attribution Non-commercial 4.0 International (CC BY-NC) licence. This means that anyone may distribute, adapt, and build upon the work for non-commercial purposes, subject to full attribution. If you wish to use this manuscript for commercial purposes, please contact permissions@emerald.com |
| Subjects: | L Education > LB Theory and practice of education L Education > LB Theory and practice of education > LB2300 Higher Education T Technology > T Technology (General) |
| Divisions: | Business & Management (from Sep 19) |
| Publisher: | Emerald |
| SWORD Depositor: | A Symplectic |
| Date Deposited: | 19 Jul 2023 08:33 |
| Last Modified: | 19 Jul 2023 08:33 |
| DOI or ID number: | 10.1108/heswbl-10-2020-0231 |
| URI: | https://researchonline.ljmu.ac.uk/id/eprint/20410 |
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