This paper introduces BEYTrans (Better Environment for Your TRANSlation), the first experimental environment for free online collaborative computer-aided translation. The requirements and functionalities related to individual translators and communities of translators are distinguished and described. These functionalities have been integrated in a Wiki-based complete environment, equipped with ...

This paper presents exible support for asynchronous sharing (later-time use) of computer-supported workspaces (CSWs), or simply replayable workspaces. Through the interactive replay of a previously recorded CSW session, it is possible to reuse valuable collaborative information. The session is represented through heterogeneous media streams each containing state and inputs to a CSW tool. We pre...

The paper specifies modular software for synchronous and asynchronous computer-mediated communication and visualization in network-distributed environments. It is new because the distribution of the visualization pipeline is not prescribed, compared to other systems, and supports time-deferred collaboration and presentation by means of recordable sessions of use. Data source is a remote program...

This chapter describes an explorative study carried out to gain response from distance students on their experiences with collaborative learning in asynchronous computersupported collaborative learning (CSCL) environments. In addition, this study also attempts to have a good grip of crucial aspects concerning collaborative learning. The study was undertaken among distance learners from the Open...

The field experiment described in this paper explores self-reported learning and actual learning outcomes when Asynchronous Learning Networks (ALN) vs. manual methods are used in the individual and group solution of ethical scenarios. A 2x2 factorial design crosses two modes of communication (manual vs. asynchronous computer conference) and two types of teamwork (individuals working alone vs. i...

The Collective Text Editor ETC is a tool that follows Web 2.0 philosophy. Thus, its aim is to foster collaborative work mediated by computer and to create a space where the synchronous and asynchronous construction of collective texts among geographically dispersed users can be encouraged. The ETC is linked to a research project of NUTED/UFRGS. The present article deals with the reconstruction ...

The importance of classroom interaction in learning has been widely researched. Through the lens sociocultural theory, could be seen as mediation for where learners develop their knowledge and understandings through collaborative activities dialogic processes which take place during process class. This paper qualitatively explores types that an online environment to analyze factors impacted sha...

Computer-supported collaborative design can be realised by a broad range of collaborative environments, each facilitating a different kind of collaboration. Understanding the style of collaboration and the potential for each environment is important when choosing a particular technology. We have developed a virtual world approach to teaching design computing in which students learn through trad...

Work domain analysis and work centered design is a new approach to design of classification schemes. Classification schemes are symbolic artefacts that inscribe and mediate concepts and structures of domain semantics. In collection mediation, classification schemes are used to search and keep order in paper-based, electronic and digital collections. Research indicates that work centered design ...