College radio as a mechanism for participatory learning: Exploring the scope for online radio based learning among undergraduates

Bahaeldin Ibrahim,Naveen Mishra

doi:10.18870/hlrc.v6i1.292

Abstract

This paper explores the prospects of online college radio at Sur College of Applied Sciences, its need among students and the possible scope of its contributions to student learning, engagement and community service. It explores the method of developing a holistic mechanism to capture the possibilities of maximizing learning experience by employing college radio as an educational tool to understand the micro-dynamics and localized necessities that deem it necessary or unnecessary. Through this, it attempts to locate an appropriate mechanism, and targeted use of the college radio in contributing to the learning outcomes and educational experience of the students. The study finds considerable scope for radio based learning at Sur College of Applied Sciences across a range of uses and gratification indicators consistent with the primary objectives of the college. The study discusses the theoretical and practical implications of the findings, and the pedagogical significance of the college radio as an alternative.

Highlights

Many scholarly studies have established the importance of college radio in student learning and development, and argue for the need for a participatory approach to knowledge sharing and dissemination with the help of new media (Cheatham, 2008; Copley, 2007; Johnson, 2008; Merrill, 2008; Read, 2005; Yu, 1995; Zwibelman & Rayfield, 1982)
This paper explores the prospects of online college radio at Sur College of Applied Sciences, its need among students and the possible scope of its contributions to student learning, engagement and community service
This paper aims to explore the prospects of college online radio, hereafter referred as college radio, at Sur College of Applied Sciences, its need among students, and the possible scope of its contributions to student learning, information dissemination, engagement, and community service

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Introduction

Many scholarly studies have established the importance of college radio in student learning and development, and argue for the need for a participatory approach to knowledge sharing and dissemination with the help of new media (Cheatham, 2008; Copley, 2007; Johnson, 2008; Merrill, 2008; Read, 2005; Yu, 1995; Zwibelman & Rayfield, 1982). The need for this study stems from the desire to explore fresh dimensions in order to strengthen the pedagogical mechanism for an enhanced learning experience for students. It aims to explore the method of developing a holistic mechanism to capture the possibilities of maximizing the learning experience by employing college radio as an educational tool. In addition to traditional educational and learning approaches, employing radio as an instructional medium can redefine the learning experience, have integrative effects, trigger active participation, enhance educational experience, and maximize community engagement

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