The Eighth International Literacy & Education Research Network Conference on

SPETSES, GREECE
4-8 July 2001

Dr Lynette Stockhausen

Head of School, Faculty of Nursing and Health, Griffith University, Queensland, Australia

Dr Craig Zimitat

Senior Lecturer, Griffith University, Queensland, Australia

New Learning: Re-Apprenticing the Learner

Abstract

A major problem facing academics is how to prepare graduates who are able to use theoretical knowledge to become independent critical thinkers ready for the workforce and career and life changes.

This presentation explores the theoretical background to the development of a web-based Template for an Interdisciplinary Critical Thinking Tool (TICTT). The template is based on an educative eclectic model that incorporates concepts from problem-based learning, cognitive apprenticeship and critical thinking. Using these concepts the template's design re-apprentices the learner to develop their contextual knowledge and compare this to expert ways of knowing.

The template is flexible enough to be used in a number of teaching contexts and disciplines. The tool integrates a front-end editor so as to facilitate personal case authoring by academic staff, scaffolds student learning and provides model, contextual, expert input. The template also provides a sophisticated tracking system to monitor and aid students' learning.

Bionote

Dr Lynette Stockhausen has worked in the higher education system since the transfer of nurse education in Australia in 1986. She holds both under and post graduate qualifications in education and has a keen interest in and published on teaching and learning in the workplace.

Presentation Type
30 min. Paper

Presentation Equipment and Other Requests
Power point presentation
OHP for Back-up overheads

Speaking Date/Time Restrictions

Country
Australia