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Tierney, Patrick J. – International Review of Research in Open and Distance Learning, 2012
This paper introduces a method of extending natural language-based processing of qualitative data analysis with the use of a very quantitative tool--graph theory. It is not an attempt to convert qualitative research to a positivist approach with a mathematical black box, nor is it a "graphical solution". Rather, it is a method to help qualitative…
Descriptors: Natural Language Processing, Qualitative Research, Data Analysis, Graphs
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Jung, Insung; Seongyoun, Hong – International Review of Research in Open and Distance Learning, 2014
Research indicates that distance education (DE) students regard learner support systems as the key element in quality provision. This study sought to identify the key concerns of Asian DE students regarding support provision in different types of DE and dual-mode providers and formulate a student support model which took account of gender issues.…
Descriptors: Distance Education, Asians, Student Attitudes, Online Surveys
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Jiang, Suhang; Williams, Adrienne E.; Warschauer, Mark; He, Wenliang; O'Dowd, Diane K. – International Review of Research in Open and Distance Learning, 2014
There is concern that online education may widen the achievement gap between students from different socioeconomic classes. The recent discussion of integrating massive open online courses (MOOCs) into formal higher education has added fuel to this debate. In this study, factors influencing enrollment and completion in a pre-college preparatory…
Descriptors: Biology, Secondary School Science, College Preparation, High School Students