What are your initial reactions to this theory/model? What are barriers to its use? What benefits might be expected for those who overcome the barriers?
This theory definitely has some similarities to Case Based Learning. I think the main difference I see is that CFT is more concerned with how students actually process and organize the information in the their memories so they can apply it in a variety of ways. I think this is a great idea, but the whole "ill-structured" thing concerns me a little. It seems like it might be easy for there to be gaps in what students are learning if instruction is not planned very clearly.
Would you attempt to use this theory/model with the students you are currently teaching or hope to teach in the future? Why or why not? Could elements of the theory/model be modified so that it would work with your current/future students?
Like case based learning, I don't see this as an appropriate model for teaching elementary school students on a regular basis because of the less structured nature of this theory. I think elements of this theory could be integrated into other teaching methods for younger students though. It's important to illustrate different examples of how information can be used in the world and have students identify and practice using content and skills in different lights.
Since we're taking learning theories/models that were not necessarily created with the Web in mind and turning them into Web modules, what Web-based tools or resources could be leveraged to carry out this learning theory/model online?
Since this theory hinges on having access to examples and resources available to students, several Web 2.0 tools are appropriate for bringing CFT online. Ning (obviously- since we're using it this week) is a great way for students to access online materials and share with each other. Other social networks such as facebook could work as well.
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