This
paper explores the design of computer supported collaborative
learning activities. There is a need for methods to develop learning
activities suitable for various domains. The context in focus
here is workplace learning, specifically collaborative learning
among mobile and distributed colleagues. The design method proposed
builds on input from qualitative studies, organized learning activities
and the possibilities of new technology. Scenarios are used to
be able to evaluate and innovate learning activities. In this
paper the use of learning activities (generally accumulated from
research in a non-work context) is combined with qualitative studies
to inform design of IT-supported workplace learning. When applying
the method to a case of introducing a specific collaborative learning
activity (multimedia scenarios) to a context of mobile and distributed
workers, it proves useful.
