Peter Reimann

	Professor of Education CoCo Research Centre Education Building, A35 University of Sydney, NSW 2006, Australia Tel. +61 2 9351 6365 Fax. +61 2 9036 5205 p.reimann@edfac.usyd.edu.au

Summary

My primary research areas has been cognitive learning research with a focus on educational computing, multimedia-based and knowledge-based learning environments, e-learning, and the development of evaluation and assessment methods for the effectiveness of computer-based technologies. Current research activities comprise among other issues the analysis of individual and group problem solving/learning processes and possible support by means of ICT, and analysis of the use of mobile IT in informal learning settings (outdoors, in museums, etc.).

I have extensive teaching experience in the areas of experimental psychology, cognitive science, methods of cognitive science, psychology of emotion and motivation, instructional psychology, developmental psychology (see Master of Learning Science and Technology). Extensive research experience and responsible for a number of projects in the areas of instructional psychology (in particular the use of computers in schools and for adult education /training) and cognitive psychology (learning, problem solving). Ample practical experience in the design and evaluation of hypermedia systems, simulation environments and intelligent tutors for teaching and training, in the evaluation of multimedia authoring programmes, in the use of several symbolic programming languages and expert systems development shells.

In addition to my academic work, I also worked as reviewer for the IT R&D programs of the European Commission in various selections and projects. I have been founder of a small consulting Germany-based elearning consulting company and been involved in a number of European Commission-funded R&D projects. Since 2003, I co-direct the CoCo research centre at the University of Sydney, which has grown to 20+ researchers and PhD students, and also, since 2005, direct the ICT unit of the Faculty of Education and Social Work.

Education

• Habilitation (rights to teach as professor at German universities) at the Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg (June 1995)
• PhD in psychology from the Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg (with “summa cum laude”) (Mai 1989).
• Visiting Student at the Learning Research and Development Center, University of Pittsburgh, USA, (August 1984 - April 1985)
• Studies in psychology at the Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg ( October 1978 - June 1984),finished with a "Diplom", comparable to a Masters by Research.
• School education in Germany

Scholarships and Prizes

• Student Exchange Scholarship the Deutsche Akademische Austauschdienst
• Habilitation Stipend from the Deutsche Forschungsgemeinchaft (DFG)
• Heinz-Maier-Leibnitz price for my PhD Thesis.

Professional Experience and Employment

• Professor for Education, University of Sydney, Australia, and Co-Director of the Research Centre for Computer-supported Learning and Cognition (CoCo). Associate Dean ICT.
• Professor for Educational Psychology at the University of Heidelberg, Department of Psychology (October 1996 – February 2003).
• Programme Research Coordinator of the research programme „Learning in Humans and Machines“ funded by the European Science Foundation, Strasbourg (since July, 1994).
• “Wissenschaftlicher Assistent” (similar to an assistant professor) Department of Psychology, University of Freiburg (1989 - 1996).
• Research Scholar at the Learning Research and Development Centre, University of Pittsburgh (October 1985 - July 1986).

Current Academic Roles

• Executive Board of the Asia-Pacific Society for Computer in Education
• Associated editor for the journal Research and Practice in Technology Enhanced Learning (RPTEL)
• Associate Editor: Journal of the Learning Sciences (JLS)
• Editorial Board:Journal of Computer-Assisted Learning (JCAL)
• Editorial Board: International Journal of Computer-supported Collaborative Learning (iJCSCL)
• Co-Chair Program Committee for "ICCE Conference on Emerging Research in Technology Enhanced Learning" (ICCE 2008).
• Co-Chair Program Committee for "International Conference on Computer-supported Learning" (CSCL 2009).

Other Functions

• Advisor and Reviewer for the European Commission in various of its research programs, most recently for the Evaluation of the First Call for Proposals of the Framework 7 Program
• Member of the International Review Panel for the ICT Master Plan II, Singaporian Ministry of Education
• Consultant for corporate e-learning projects.

Current Research and Projects

Education and New Media Technology project of the "Smart Services" CRC

(Federal Grant, June 2008 - )

The overall project aim is to develop educational web services that add value to digital collections, as they are typically available from public archives, museums, newspaper archives. The project conducts research not only into how the resource providers (such as a government agency or museum “owning” a collection) can provide smart services to its educational clients (i.e., teachers and students), such as integration with lesson and course planning, collaboration services (catering to team learning), assessment services, etc, but also how end users’ activities and products can be integrated with the “collection” in order to add value to (educational use of) the collection. Using web 2.0 approaches and technologies, the research will probe into issues such as how to motivate and manage user contributions, how to create and maintain relations with online user communities (such as teacher communities), how to export and import content to/from ‘social spaces’ (such as facebook, myspace, SecondLife), how to integrate content from Learning Objects/Learning Designs repositories, etc.

Analyzing and supporting cooperation management in online learning communities

(ARC Discovery Grant, January 2005 to December 2007)

The main objective is to develop methods for supporting online learning communities because of the potential learning communities have for preparing for highly self-organised and life-long forms of learning and working, for creating new knowledge, and for creating social capital. Smart group support tools, including methods for user modelling and data mining, will be used in order to optimise knowledge building and exchange. Empirical studies and experiments will be conducted in order to identify successful cooperation patterns, including the selection of external representations and communication media.

Using machine learning and automated document analysis methods to support English composition training (ARC Discovery Grant)

(ARC Discovery Grant 2006-2009)

This project will develop a computer-enhanced approach to supporting students and teachers in the learning and teaching of academic English composition, focussing on two critical issues, feedback and collaboration. The project will employ text mining and document analysis as a reference point for providing students with information on critical features of their writing. The project will also include a focus on collaboration in the teaching and learning of academic writing. The project will significantly increase the quality of feedback provided to students on their writing as well as reduce the time needed by teachers for reading and commenting on students' writing.

Designing for mobile learning in a technology museum

(ARC Linkage Grant, April 2006 – March 2009)

The main objective is to investigate which pedagogical models are most appropriate for informal (museum) learning and how these models can be aligned with ICT-mediated learning tools. In collaboration with The Powerhouse Museum, we will develop a pedagogical model of informal learning, create activities supported by a mobile learning and “collaboratory” technical infrastructure to nurture experiential learning and informal discovery, and investigate informal learner experiences within this ICTmediated informal learning environment. The project will create a reference implementation of an informal learning environment, document its development process, and evaluate its effect on museum visitors.

Using Mobile IT to Support Sustained Student Inquiry in Learning Environments beyond the classroom

(ASISTM - Australian School Innovation in Science, Technology and Mathematics)

This project provides an opportunity for innovative schools to work with leaders in IT and environmental education to utilise this technology to support sustained student inquiry in the local environment.

The Web of History: Modelling and visualising historical events for interactive educational delivery

ARC Linkage Grant, June 2007 - May 2010)

In this project we aim to develop a new data model and visualisation of historical events, leading to new methods of teaching history through interactive maps and timelines. Our research falls into three broad domains: modelling of historical events (and implications for historical understanding); web-based collaborative data management and visualisation (particularly timelines), and pedagogical research on the use of external representations in educational delivery (in the classroom and online).

Publications and Contributions

(2004 - 2009, last updated July, 2009)

Edited Conference Proceedings

• Markauskaite, L., Goodyear, P., & Reimann, P. (Eds.) (2006). Proceedings of the 23rd Annual Conference of the Australasian Society for Computers in Learning in Tertiary Education: Who’s Learning? Who's Technology? The University of Sydney, 3-6 December 2006. Sydney: Sydney University Press., 2 vols, 1033pp.
• O'Malley, C., Suthers, D., Reimann, P., & Dimitracopoulou, A. (Eds.). (2009). Computer-supported collaborative learning practives: CSCL2009 conference proceedings: International Society for the Learning Sciences.
• Jacobson, M. J., & Reimann, P. (Eds.). (2009). Designs for learning environments of the future (in print). New York: Springer.

Journal Articles

• Zumbach, J., Schmitt, S., Reimann, P., & Starkloff, P. (2006). Learning Life Sciences: Design and Development of a Virtual Molecular Biology Learning Lab. Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 25(3), 281-300.

• Muller, D., Sharma, M. D., Eklund, J., & Reimann, P. (2007). Conceptual change through vicarious learning in an authentic physics setting. Instructional Science, 35(6), 519-533.
• Muller, D. A., Bewes, J., Sharma, M. D., & Reimann, P. (2007). Saying the wrong things: improving learning with multimedia by including misconceptions. Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, published online 17-Jul-2007( doi: 10.1111/j.1365-2729.2007.00248.x).
• Reimann, P. (2009). Time is precious: Variable- and event-centred approaches to process analysis in CSCL research (in print). International Journal of Computer-supported Collaborative Learning, 4. (DOI 10.1007/s11412-009-9070-z)

Book Chapters

• Reimann, P., & Kay, J. (2005). Adaptive visualization of user models to support group coordination processes. In T. Okamoto, D. Albert, T. Honda & F. W. Hesse (Eds.), The 2nd joint workshop of cognition and learning through media-communication for advanced e-learning (pp. 146-151). Tokyo, Japan.
• Reimann, P. (2005). Co-constructing artefacts and knowledge in net-based teams: Implications for the design of collaborative learning environments. In H. L. Chick & J. L. Vincent (Eds.), Proceedings of the 29th conference of the international group for the psychology of mathematics education (PME 29). (Vol. 1, pp. 53-68). Melbourne: Univ. of Melbourne.
• Zumbach, J., Reimann, P., & Schoenemann, J. (2005). Effects of resource distribution and feedback on computer-mediated collaboration in dyads. In C.-K. Looi, D. Jonassen & M. Ikeda (Eds.), Towards sustainable and scalable educational innovations informed by the learning sciences (pp. 587-596). Amsterdam: IOS Press.
• Zumbach, J., Schoenemann, J., & Reimann, P. (2005). Analyzing and supporting collaboration in cooperative computer-mediated communication. In T. Koschmann, D. Suthers & T.-W. Chan (Eds.), Computer Supported Learning 2005: The next 10 years (pp. 758-767). Mahwah, NJ.: Lawrence Erlbaum.
• Kay, J., Maisonneuve, N., Yacef, K., & Reimann, P. (2006). The Big Five and Visualisations for Team Work Activity. In M. Ikeda, K. D. Ashley & T.-W. Chan (Eds.), Proceedings of Intelligent Tutoring Systems (ITS06). (Lecture Notes in Computer Science vol. 4053) (pp. 197-206). Heidelberg: Springer.
• Reimann, P. (2006). Supporting knowledge building with semantic web technologies. In O. a. D. L. A. o. Australia (Ed.), Breaking down boundaries. International experience in open, distance and flexible learning (pp. 107-114). Adelaide
• Markauskaite, L., Reimann, P., Reid, D., & Goodwin, N. (2006) Modelling and evaluating ICT courses for pre-service teachers: What works and how it works? Lecture Notes in Computer Science, ISSEP 2006, 4226, 242–254.

• Reimann, P., Thompson, K., & Weinel, M. (2007). Decision making patterns in virtual teams. In Hirashima, T., Hoppe, U., & Young, S.S. (Eds.), Supporting learning flow through integrative technologies (pp. 213-220). Amsterdam: IOS Press.
• Reimann, P. (2007). Time is precious: Why process analysis is essential for CSCL (and also can help to bridge between experimental and descriptive methods). In C. Chinn, G. Erkens & S. Puntambekar (Eds.), Minds, minds, and society. Proceedings of the Computer-supported Collaborative Learning Conference (CSCL 2007) (pp. 598-607). New Brunswick, NJ: International Society of the Learning Sciences.
• Kildare, R., Williams, R. N., Hartnett, J., & Reimann, P. (2007). Interaction rules: their place in collaboration software. In C. Chinn, G. Erkens & S. Puntambekar (Eds.), Minds, mind, and society. Proceedings of the 6th International Conference on Computer-supported Collaborative Learning (CSCL 2007) (pp. 361-364). New Brunswick, NJ.: International Society of the Learning Sciences.
• Aditomo, A., & Reimann, P. (2007). Interaction pattern and learning effectiveness: a review. In C. Chinn, G. Erkens & S. Puntambekar (Eds.), Minds, mind, and society. Proceedings of the 6th International Conference on Computer-supported Collaborative Learning (CSCL 2007) (pp. 56-65). New Brunswick, NJ.: International Society of the Learning Sciences.
• Weinel, M., & Reimann, P. (2007). Coordination dynamics in CSCL based chat logs. In C. Chinn, G. Erkens & S. Puntambekar (Eds.), Minds, mind, and society. Proceedings of the 6th International Conference on Computer-supported Collaborative Learning (CSCL 2007) (pp. 772-775). Brunswick, NJ: International Society of the Learning Sciences.
• Kay, J., Yacef, K., & Reimann, P. (2007). Visualisations for team learning: small teams working on long-term projects. In C. Chinn, G. Erkens & S. Puntambekar (Eds.), Minds, mind, and society. Proceedings of the 6th International Conference on Computer-supported Collaborative Learning (CSCL 2007) (pp. 351-353). New Brunswick, NJ: International Society of the Learning Sciences.
• Reimann, P., & Thompson, K. (2008). Ecosystem modelling for environmental education: From stocks and flows to behavior and interactions. In P. Blumschein, W. Hung & D. Jonassen (Eds.), Model-based approaches to learning: Using systems models and simulations to improve understanding and problem solving in complex domains. (Modeling and Simulations for Learning and Instruction, Volume 4): Sense Publisher: Rotterdam.
• Markauskaite, L., & Reimann, P. (2008). Enabling teacher-led research and innovation: A conceptual design of an inquiry framework for ICT-enhanced teacher innovation. Paper presented at the World Conference on Educational Multimedia, Hypermedia and Telecommunications 2008. (pp. 3484-3493)
• Reimann, P., Frerejean, J., & Thompson, K. (2009). Using process mining to identify models of group decision making processes in chat data. In C. O'Malley, D. Suthers, P. Reimann & A. Dimitracopoulou (Eds.), Computer-supported collaborative learning practives: CSCL2009 conference proceedings (pp. 98-107): International Society for the Learning Sciences.
• Reimann, P., & Aditomo, A. (2009). Students engaged in collaborative modeling. In C. O'Malley, D. Suthers, P. Reimann & A. Dimitracopoulou (Eds.), Computer-supported collaborative learning practives: CSCL2009 conference proceedings (pp. 28-32): International Society for the Learning Sciences.
• Reimann, P. (2008). Communities of practice. In H. J. Adelsberger, Kinshuk, J. M. Pawlowski & D. Sampson (Eds.), Handbook on information technologies for education and training (2nd ed., pp. 277-294). Berlin: Springer.
• Jacobson, M. J., & Reimann, P. (2009). Perspectives on designing future learning environments (in print). In M. J. Jacobson & P. Reimann (Eds.), Designs for learning environments of the future. New York: Springer.
• Reimann, P., & Kay, J. (2009). Learning to learn and work in net-based teams: Supporting emergent collaboration with visualization tools (in print). In M. J. Jacobson & P. Reimann (Eds.), Designs for learning environments of the future. New York: Springer.

Refereed Conference Proceedings

• Reimann, P., & Zumbach, J. (2004, August 8-13, 2004). From log files to meaningful feedback. Paper presented at the 28th International Congress of Psychology, Beijing.
• Davidson, K., & Reimann, P. (2005). System dynamics as a mindtool for environmental education. Paper presented at the AARE 2005 (Australian Association for Reserch in Education), Sydney.
• Reimann, P., Kay, J., Yacef, K., & Goodyear, P. (2005). Adaptive visualisation support for self-managed learning groups. Presented in the Workshop on Representing and Analyzing Collaborative Interactions, held in conjunction with the 12th Conference on Artificial Intelligence in Education.
• Ullman, A., Peters, D., & Reimann, P. (2005). Developing a research supportive web-based learning System. Paper presented at the ODLAA Conference 2005, Adelaide.
• Zumbach, J., Reimann, P., & Schoenemann, J. (2005). Monitoring students' collaboration in computer-supported collaborative problem solving: An applied feedback approach. Paper presented at the Conference of the European Association for Learning and Instruction (EARLI), Nicosia, Cyprus.
• Zumbach, J., Bannert, M. & Mohraz, M. (2005). Cognitive Load in Reading Comprehension: Influence of Text Sort and Linearity. Conference of the European Association for Learning and Instruction, Nicosia, Cyprus.
• Markauskaite, L., Reimann, P., Reid, D., & Goodwin, N. (2006). Exploring the fit of an information technology course to the ICT literacy of trainee teachers. In C. M. Crawford et al. (Eds.). In SITE 2006 – Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference, (pp. 2960–2967). Orlando, Florida, USA. March 20–24, 2006. Chesapeake, VA: AACE.
• Thompson K. & Reimann P. (2006). Knowledge and understanding of an environmental system using two different types of computer-based models - a pilot study. AAEE (Australian Association Environmental Education), 2006, Bunbury.
• Markauskaite, L., Sutherland, M., & Reimann, P. (2006). Interaction and Cognitive Engagement in the Community of Practice: The Contradiction of Terms? In Kinshunk, R. Koper, P. Kommers, P. Kirchner, D. G. Sampson, W. Didderen (Eds.). The 6th IEEE International Conference on Advanced Learning Technologies. ICALT 2006. Proceedings, (pp. 623–625). Kerkrade, The Netherlands, 3–7 July 2006. Los Alamitos, California: IEEE Computer Society
• Kildare, R., Williams, R. N., Hartnett, J., & Reimann, P. (2007). Interaction rules: their place in collaboration software (paper accepted). Paper presented at the International Conference on Computer Supported Collaborative Learning (CSCL 2007), New Brunswick.
• Kay, J., Yacef, K., & Reimann, P. (2007). Visualisations for team team learning: small teams working on long-term projects (paper accepted). Paper presented at the International Conference on Computer Supported Collaborative Learning (CSCL 2007), New Brunswick.
• Weinel, M., & Reimann, P. (2007). Coordination dynamics in cscl based chat logs (paper accepted). Paper presented at the International Conference on Computer Supported Collaborative Learning (CSCL 2007), New Brunswick.
• Reimann, P. (2007). Time is precious: Why process analysis is essential for CSCL (and can also help to bridge between experimental and descriptive methods) (paper accepted). Paper presented at the International Conference on Computer Supported Collaborative Learning (CSCL 2007), New Brunswick.
• Aditomo, A., & Reimann, P. (2007). Interaction pattern and learning effectiveness: a review (paper accepted). Paper presented at the International Conference on Computer Supported Collaborative Learning (CSCL 2007), New Brunswick.
• Thompson, K. & Reimann, P. (2007 ) Patterns of using system dynamics models and agent based models to understand a complex environmental system – a comparison, Earli 12th Biennial Conference, Budapest.
• Thompson, K. & Reimann, P. (2007) Do school students learn more about the environment from a system dynamics model by themselves or with a partner?, The 25th International Conference of the System Dynamics Society 50th Anniversary Celebration, Boston.

• Reimann, P., Thompson, K., & Weinel, M. (2007). Collaborative learning by modelling: observations in an on-line setting. In Proceedings of the 24th Annual Conference of the Australasian Society for Computers in Learning in Tertiary Education: Providing Choices for Learners and Learning, pp. 887-897. Singapore: Ascilite.
• Markauskaite, L., & Reimann, P. (2008). Enhancing and scaling-up design-based research: The potential of e-research. Paper presented at the International Learning Science Conference - ICLS 2008, Utrecht, The Netherlands (24-28 July 2008) from http://www.fi.uu.nl/en/icls2008/343/paper343.pdf