The Design and Development of Constructivist Web-Based Learning Environment Framework to Enhance Digital Literacy for Higher Education

Abstract

The purpose of this research was to synthesize theoretical framework and designing framework of web-based learning environment model based on constructivist theory to enhance Digital Literacy skill. The research was documentary research. The procedures were as following: (1) To examine and analyze the principles and theories (2) To review relevant literature (3) To explore the context concerning (4) To synthesize theoretical framework and designing framework of constructivist web-based learning environment. Using the framework of digital literacy, UNESCO (2011) as following on three principles: (1) the skills and knowledge to use a variety of digital media; (2) the ability to critically understand digital media content and applications; and (3) the knowledge and capacity to create (content) with digital technology. The result revealed that: Constructivist web-based learning environment comprise of 6 components as following: (1) Learning Task (2) Learning Resource Center (3) Digital Literacy center (4) Cognitive tool (5) Scaffolding center and (6) Coaching center.