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Direct linkVlachopoulos, Panos; Cowan, John – Distance Education, 2010
This article reports a grounded theory study of the moderation of asynchronous online discussions, to explore the processes by which tutors in higher education decide when and how to moderate. It aims to construct a theory of e-moderation based on some key factors which appear to influence e-moderation. It discusses previous research on the…
Descriptors: Grounded Theory, Teacher Role, Computer Mediated Communication, College Faculty
Herrington, Jan; Reeves, Thomas C.; Oliver, Ron – Distance Education, 2006
Fostering synergies amongst "learner," "task," and "technology" to create innovative and immersive distance learning environments runs counter to the widespread practice of incorporating traditional classroom pedagogical strategies into Web-based delivery of courses. The most widely accepted model of online higher…
Descriptors: Higher Education, Distance Education, Models, Instructional Effectiveness
Peer reviewedSteinkuehler, Constance A.; Derry, Sharon J.; Hmelo-Silver, Cindy E.; DelMarcelle, Matt – Distance Education, 2002
Discusses the implementation of problem-based learning (PBL) in traditional large undergraduate courses and describes the STEP PBL system, a Web-based system that supports teaching assistants in their work as PBL tutors and creates a viable model for preservice teacher education. (LRW)
Descriptors: Higher Education, Models, Preservice Teacher Education, Problem Based Learning
Persico, Donatella; Pozzi, Francesca; Sarti, Luigi – Distance Education, 2010
Monitoring the learning process in computer supported collaborative learning (CSCL) environments is a key element for supporting the efficacy of tutor actions. This article proposes an approach for analysing learning processes in a CSCL environment to support tutors in their monitoring tasks. The approach entails tracking the interactions within…
Descriptors: Cues, Learning Activities, Learning Strategies, Learning Processes
Liao, Li-Fen – Distance Education, 2006
Motivating learners to continue to study and enjoy learning is one of the critical factors in distance education. Flow theory is a useful framework for studying the individual experience of learning through using computers. In this study, I examine students' emotional and cognitive responses to distance learning systems by constructing two models…
Descriptors: Educational Technology, Distance Education, Learning Motivation, Computer Assisted Instruction
McLoughlin, Catherine – Distance Education, 2002
How do educators and instructional designers assess the effectiveness of the learning environments they design? One important means of ensuring the effectiveness of instruction in distance and face-to-face settings is through provision of learner support. Increasingly, as learners utilize the World Wide Web for collaborative learning, support…
Descriptors: Interpersonal Relationship, Interaction, Internet, Instructional Design
Kanuka, Heather – Distance Education, 2002
The purpose of this study was to develop guiding principles to encourage higher levels of teaching and learning in Web-based distance education. The research framework used Zetterberg's (1962) model for change. Data from semi-structured interviews with university instructors who had experience in teaching Web-based distance education courses, a…
Descriptors: Internet, Educational Technology, Focus Groups, Distance Education
