遠隔学習者と対面学習者をつなぐ先進的ハイブリッド教室のデザイン

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This paper describes an advanced hybrid classroom designed and implemented in The University of Electro-Communications, Japan. The purpose of the classroom is to bridge remote and in-person learners by means of various ICTs to facilitate knowledge communication. Knowledge communication involves representing, sharing, and refining thoughts/ideas among participants. However, it tends to be inactive in online learning/educational environments, which would make learners’ thought isolated and closed. Towards resolving this serious problem, the hybrid classroom utilizes technologies such as large-scale monitor, telepresence robots, and interactive desktops to make atmosphere of classroom sharable, enhance class participants’ presence, and promote sharing thoughts/ideas between remote and in-person learners. This paper demonstrates several facilities and functions of the hybrid classroom.