Canadian Journal of Learning and Technology (Feb 2004)

Transforming Tensions in Learning Technology Design: Operationalising Activity Theory

  • Mike Dobson,
  • David LeBlanc,
  • Diana Burgoyne

DOI
https://doi.org/10.21432/t2b605
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 30, no. 1

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Abstract: A brief review shows several suggested ways in which cultural historical activity theory has proved valuable to technology supported learning environments. Three of our own design cases are then described (evaluating a peer to peer interface for learning objects, designing an on-line school, and rethinking a public science centre). These are discussed to illustrate the approach and finally this is reviewed for potential re-use.