Elements of Authentic learning:
Scaffolding
Helping students learn ... at the metacognitive level
A scaffolding and coaching
role for teachers means assisting, not by giving students answers or
information, but by helping them at the metacognitive level - such as by
asking further questions.
Video: 2:56 minutes
More Reading:
- Verenikina, I. (2003). Understanding scaffolding and the ZPD in educational research. Paper presented at AARE Conference.
- Herrington, J., & Kervin, L. (2007). Authentic learning supported by technology: 10 suggestions and cases of integration in classrooms. Educational Media International, 44(3), 219-236.
- Kervin, L., Mantei, J. & Herrington, J. (2009). Using technology in pedagogically responsive ways to support literacy learners. In L.T.W. Hin & T. Subramaniam (Eds.), Handbook of Research on New Media Literacy at the K-12 Level: Issues and Challenges. Hershey, PA.
- Brickell, G., & Herrington, J. (2006). Scaffolding learners in authentic problem-based e-learning environments: The Geography Challenge, Australasian Journal of Educational Technology, 22(4), 531-547
