Collaborative Learning and Collective Intelligence in Business Settings
Thursday, 30 July 2009, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM (GMT -04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)

The movement towards Web 2.0 learning technologies has meant an increase in emphasis on collaborative learning instead of just individual training. This, in turn, has resulted in the production of new knowledge within organizations that can be seen as a form of improved collective intelligence. In this one hour webinar, Dr. Gary Woodill, Director of Research and Analysis at Brandon Hall Research, will present his understanding of both collaborative learning and collective intelligence, and how they work together to make smarter organizations.

The presentation will be based on a series of four research reports on computer supported collaborative learning (CSCL) that Gary produced in the past year, and will include foundational concepts, case studies, key resources, software tools and a summary of the research on the effectiveness of collaborative learning. The presentation will include a question and answer period at the end. Join Gary and other participants in getting ahead of the curve on this important emerging topic in learning and development.

Gary Woodill
Gary Woodill started his career as a classroom teacher in 1971 and has been involved with the use of computers in education since 1974, when he was introduced to the PLATO system for computer assisted instruction as part of his Master’s studies in educational psychology. He helped develop educational materials for a Canadian videotext system in the late 1970s (Telidon) and, in 1985, started a course for teachers on computers in education at Ryerson University in Toronto. In 1984, he received a doctorate in applied psychology from the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE) at the University of Toronto. In 1993, he co-founded an educational multimedia company that developed a number of educational CD-ROMs for children. In 1998, he designed an adaptable learning management system and, since then, has developed over 60 online courses for various corporate clients. He lives with his wife, two standard poodles, and three cats in Port Hope, Ontario, Canada.
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