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Hamilton, Edward C. – Digital Education and Learning, 2016
Computer-assisted instruction (CAI) resolved the ambivalence of computers in favor of potentials aligned with organizational and pedagogical features of distance education. This "coding" of educational computing confirmed critical appraisals that identified computers with commercialization, commodification, and deskilling. But where…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Distance Education, Coding, Educational Technology
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MacKinnon, Gregory R.; Aylward, M. Lynn – Canadian Journal of Learning and Technology, 2009
Technology offers promising opportunities for creating new types of classroom learning environments. This paper describes three technology models used by teacher education interns: electronic portfolios, negotiative concept mapping, cognote-supported electronic discussions. As implemented in the current study, these models invoke graduated…
Descriptors: Concept Mapping, Educational Technology, Models, Preservice Teacher Education
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Murphy, Elizabeth; Rodriguez Manzanares, Maria A. – Canadian Journal of Learning and Technology, 2006
This paper provides an illustrative example of an approach to creating and reporting individual profiles of engagement in particular behaviours in an online asynchronous discussion (OAD). Individual results of analysis of transcripts of an OAD can provide insights different from those gained by focusing on aggregate measures of group behaviours.…
Descriptors: Asynchronous Communication, Computer Mediated Communication, Graduate Students, Student Behavior
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Gomez, C.; Gonzalez, J. E.; Pardo, J. M. – European Journal of Engineering Education, 2003
In this work, the characteristics of a simulator for channel coding techniques used in communication systems, are described. This software has been designed for engineering students in order to facilitate the understanding of how the error correcting codes work. To help students understand easily the concepts related to these kinds of codes, a…
Descriptors: Simulation, Mathematics Instruction, Coding, Computer Software
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Spatariu, Alexandru; Hartley, Kendall; Bendixen, Lisa D. – Journal of Interactive Online Learning, 2004
In support of research examining relationships between learner characteristics and the quality of online discussions, this paper surveys different methods for evaluating discussions. The paper will present coding methods used in our own research as well as methods used by others interested in quality online discussions. Key topics include what…
Descriptors: Computer Mediated Communication, Discussion Groups, Discourse Analysis, Educational Quality
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Stav, John B.; Tsalapatas, Hariklia – Electronic Journal of e-Learning, 2004
NS-eCMS is developing an open web-based content management, communication, and collaboration eLearning platform that addresses the specialized requirements for distance education in natural sciences. The federated architecture enables straightforward development, exchange, and publication of material through open standards like XML/MathML. The…
Descriptors: Electronic Learning, Natural Sciences, Distance Education, Technology Uses in Education