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Publication Date: 2005
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Border Crossings and Multimodal Composition in the Arts
Morrison, Andrew
International Journal of Education and Development using Information and Communication Technology, v1 n2 p70-93 2005
Developmental and development-oriented learning with digital media are discussed in relation to the concepts border crossings and multimodal composition. The first concept refers to a transveral of disciplines and recombinations of elements from them. Local-global relations in knowledge building are covered. The second refers to the collaborative construction of multiliteracies across media types and discourse modes. Three case studies relating to Zimbabwe are presented, one in fine arts and two in performing arts. A cultural historical activity theory frame is adopted. Analysis draws on expansive learning. As a whole multimodal discourse and activity theory may be enriched through study of students' production of mediating artifacts.
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Case Studies, Art Education, Fine Arts, Theater Arts, Interdisciplinary Approach, Multiple Literacies, Student Development, Computer Uses in Education, Theories, Ceramics, Dance, Learning, Higher Education
International Journal of Education and Development using Information and Communication Technology. University of the West Indies Open Campus, Dave Hill, St. Michael BB11000, Barbados. Tel: 868-663-9021; Fax: 868-645-9741; Web site: http::ijedict.dec.uwi.edu
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Norway (Oslo); Zimbabwe
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