Leach, Harrison, McCormick & Moon (2004) discuss the dynamics of online communities. They argue that those designing online learning environments need to give consideration to the infrastructure and the initial stages of the implementation as these are key elements to building a successful online community. I would certainly agree with this as it is so important to have participants easily find their way around the online environment so that the infrastucture is not something they need to focus on but that the content is easily accessed as is the areas where participants are able to build a community spirit.
I had a ring this morning from one of the participants in the group who mentioned how easy she found the online learning environment I had made and how it catered for different styles of learners. I think this is crucial so that again is part of the building of the infrastructure so that all learners feel that they are being catered for.
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