Technopedagogical mediation strategies in virtual learning environments

Abstract

This paper describes the research done about the importance of establishing technopedagogical mediation strategies when a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) is implemented. The objective of this work is to improve the efficiency of the Virtual Tutoring Platform in the teaching-learning process through the implementation of strategies in the virtual tutoring model of a technological university. The methodological part of the work was developed using a mixed approach; the qualitative part was worked with a focus group and the quantitative part was carried out with cluster sampling. The main contribution of this work is the six categories and strategies proposed, which can be applied to any VLE. The results confirm the importance of guiding the student, establishing communication mechanisms, interaction and application of learning methodologies as well as their relationship with information communication and technologies. The only limitation so far is that a dedicated server and good bandwidth are required to improve the service.

Keywords

• educational technology
• virtual learning environment
• technopedagogical mediation
• virtual tutoring platform
• ict