Enhancing Students' Collaboration and Creative Thinking Skills by Using Online Encyclopedias

Salahli M. A., Gasimzadeh T., Alasgarova F., Guliyev A.

10th International Conference on Theory and Application of Soft Computing, Computing with Words and Perceptions (ICSCCW), Prague, Czech Republic, 27 - 28 August 2019, pp.818-826, (Full Text) identifier identifier

  • Publication Type: Conference Paper / Full Text
  • Doi Number: 10.1007/978-3-030-35249-3_108
  • City: Prague
  • Country: Czech Republic
  • Page Numbers: pp.818-826
  • Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

Cooperative learning and creative thinking skills play an important role in the skills that 21st century students should have. This study explores how these skills can be improved by using the opportunities provided by online encyclopedias. The proposed method aims develop cooperative learning skills in the process of writing research homework; developing creative thinking by conducting research on a given topic and writing a composition; integration of technology with education and training process. Tests conducted on student groups showed that students who participated in the writing of wiki articles improved their cooperative and creative thinking skills.