The effect of cultural and school factors on the implementation of CSCL

Abstract

Abstract The implementation process of educational technology and computer‐supported collaborative learning ( CSCL ) is complex as it is influenced by context variables. This research aims to examine in a comprehensive way the effect of the cultural environment and school organizational culture features on the implementation of CSCL . A total of 832 students and teachers from five secondary schools in Mainland C hina, H ong K ong C hina and F landers, B elgium participated in this study. The results show that cultural dimensions (openness and collaboration) and school organisational culture features (innovation orientation and structured leadership) were significant factors relating to the implementation of CSCL . Practitioner Notes What is already known about this topic Cultural factors and learners' individual characteristics should be considered when implementing computer‐supported collaborative learning (CSCL). Applying CSCL can facilitate students' knowledge construction. The participation, communication, interaction and satisfaction of students in CSCL environment can be influenced by students' cultural background. What this paper adds Both cultural environment and school culture features are related to the implementation of CSCL in schools. Leadership and innovation orientation of schools are key factors influencing the implementation of CSCL. Openness and collaborative culture are critical for adopting innovative teaching and learning. Students and teachers may perceive the cultural and school environment in a different way. Implications for practice and/or policy An open and collaborative culture should be nurtured. School leaders need to set up clear goals and regulations with regard to adoption and implementation of online technologies and collaborative learning. Innovation attempts or try‐outs should be encouraged in schools.

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