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The evaluative research of complex projects in e-learning: the case of the 'EQUEL' (e-quality in e-learning) project
Research output: Contribution in Book/Report/Proceedings › Paper
Published
Associated organisations
| Publication date | 2004 |
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| Host publication | Proceedings of the 4th International Conference on Networked Learning |
| Pages | 733-745 |
| Number of pages | 13 |
| Original language | English |
Conference
| Conference | 4th International Conference on Networked learning. |
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| City | Lancaster |
| Period | 1/01/00 → … |
Conference
| Conference | 4th International Conference on Networked learning. |
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| City | Lancaster |
| Period | 1/01/00 → … |
Abstract
This paper addresses the evaluative research of complex European projects aimed at social, educational or training development. It proposes a social practice approach that emphasises the way a project [in this case EQUEL] evolves over time and is expressed through the experience of its key stakeholders. The paper identifies the metaphor of the implementation staircase as a useful framework for this approach. Its theoretical stance is that a project idea is modified and adapted in the light of the strategic, practice based concerns of each stake-holding group occupying a ‘step’ in the staircase. It suggests that EQUEL has the potential to be a rich resource for e-learning within the Union.