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The purpose of a Learning Network is to provide opportunities for learning in a way that goes beyond course and curriculum centric models: they envision a learner-centred and learner controlled model of learning (Koper 2004). Lea et al. (2003) describe how studies into student perceptions and experiences of student-centred approaches tend to show favourable results. Their own study revealed that students consider student-centred approaches more motivating and effective than conventional didactic models.
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Janssen, J., Berlanga, A., Koper, R. (2009). How to Find and Follow Suitable Learning Paths. In: Koper, R. (eds) Learning Network Services for Professional Development. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-00978-5_9
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