Cognitive apprenticeship model (Collins et al.) as a framework for Web-based teacher education¶

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Evidence · 1 claim (1 for) · 1 study (1 qualitative), q2 · 0 of 1 report an effect size · 1 claim rests on one study

Description¶

The article applies the cognitive apprenticeship model, in which the teacher first models expert-level practices, then designs scaffolds supporting learners in applying them, coaches throughout, and encourages articulation and reflection while fading support. The author argues it "may be particularly well-suited for a Web-based environment for educational technology because students must use educational technology to learn about educational technology." In I-TEP it was instantiated through OMS media, tiered scaffolds, email coaching, and blog reflections.

Design Implications¶

Context¶

Requirements¶

• Instructor investment in creating modeling media and providing ongoing coaching and feedback
• Technology access sufficient to deliver video, animation, email and Web-based tools

Constraints¶

• The author states the applicability of the findings is context dependent, based on a student population with broadband access at a mid-sized liberal arts university

Target Learners¶

• Pre-service K–12 (primary and secondary) teacher education students

Target Learning Objectives¶

• Integrating technology into future teaching practice
• Technology problem-solving and troubleshooting skills

Claims¶

• Oms Videos Animations Most Impactful Modeling [+M]
• Delayed Email Responses Foster Problem Solving [+M]

Related Theories¶

• Cognitive Apprenticeship
• Cognitive apprenticeship applies the modelling, coaching, and fading paradigm of traditional apprenticeship to cognitive skills, with technology realizing resource-intensive learning environments

Examples¶

• Over My Shoulder (OMS) media: screen-capture videos, Flash animations and text instructions modeling instructor problem-solving
• Cognitive Apprenticeship
• Model the Assignment or Skill
• Cognitive Apprenticeship
• Provide modeling media in multiple file formats and physical copy options to support student access

Key Sources¶

• Michele D. Dickey. (2007). Barriers and enablers in integrating cognitive apprenticeship methods in a Web-based educational technology course for K–12 (primary and secondary) teacher education. ALT-J, Research in Learning Technology. https://doi.org/10.1080/09687760701482218