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Chen, Baiyun; deNoyelles, Aimee; Patton, Kerry; Zydney, Janet – Online Learning, 2017
It can be difficult to foster focused and effective communication in online discussions within large classes. Implementing protocols is a strategy that may help students communicate more effectively, facilitate their learning process, and improve the quality of their work within online discussions. In this exploratory research study, a protocol…
Descriptors: Computer Mediated Communication, Group Discussion, Online Courses, Enrollment
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Dillahunt, Tawanna; Wang, Zengguang; Teasley, Stephanie D. – International Review of Research in Open and Distance Learning, 2014
Massive open online courses ("MOOCs") provide free access to higher education for anyone with Internet access. MOOCs are considered a means for democratizing education. These courses will hopefully provide an opportunity for individuals to learn from the best educators in the world, as well as help expand their personal networks, and…
Descriptors: Higher Education, Online Courses, Electronic Learning, Access to Education
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Miron, Gary; Urschel, Jessica L. – National Education Policy Center, 2012
K12 Inc. enrolls more public school students than any other private education management organization in the U.S. Much has been written about K12 Inc. (referred to in this report simply as "K12") by financial analysts and investigative journalists because it is a large, publicly traded company and is the dominant player in the operation…
Descriptors: School Administration, Student Characteristics, Educational Finance, School Effectiveness