Exploring online learning through the lens of synchronous and asynchronous instructional methods can be beneficial to the online instructor and to the course designer. Understanding the underlying theoretical foundation is essential to justify both types of instructional pedagogies. Learning theory as it applies to online environments encompasses…

Describes selected conceptual and technical problems that often lead to manuscript rejections, and presents strategies for avoiding these problems when preparing reports on group research. Focuses on conceptual considerations, methodological considerations, interpretation of research results, and maintenance of a healthy perspective when preparing…

Contends that values and assumptions of family researchers affect their approaches to understanding families and that examination of one's values may be necessary prerequisite for study of culturally diverse families. Sees examination possibly leading to understanding limitations of existing models which are based on cultural values and…