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Evaluating Learning Outcomes of an Asynchronous Online Discussion Assignment: A Post-Priori Content Analysis
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Calderon, Orly; Sood, Charu – Interactive Learning Environments, 2020
Use of learning management systems is prevalent across the continuum of education formats (online, blended, face-to-face). Specific asynchronous tools such as the discussion board are effective for student-instructor and student-student communication [Calderon, Ginsberg, and Ciabocchi (2012); Jorczak, R. L., & Dupuis, D. N. (2014). Differences…
Descriptors: Outcomes of Education, Asynchronous Communication, Computer Mediated Communication, Group Discussion
Tagging Thinking Types in Asynchronous Discussion Groups: Effects on Critical Thinking
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Schellens, T.; Van Keer, H.; De Wever, B.; Valcke, M. – Interactive Learning Environments, 2009
The present study focuses on the use of thinking types as a possible way to structure university students' discourse in asynchronous discussion groups and consequently promote their learning. More specifically, the aim of the study is to determine how requiring students to label their contributions by means of De Bono's (1991) thinking hats…
Descriptors: Discussion Groups, Identification, Critical Thinking, Thinking Skills
Using Blogs as a Professional Development Tool for Teachers: Analysis of Interaction Behavioral Patterns
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Hou, Huei-Tse; Chang, Kuo-En; Sung, Yao-Ting – Interactive Learning Environments, 2009
The coming era of Web 2.0 focuses on users' active online participation and interaction. Among such interactive media, the blog is one representative tool of online knowledge construction. The purpose of this study is to explore the behavioral patterns and the depth of knowledge construction when using blogs for teachers' professional development.…
Descriptors: Protocol Analysis, Interaction, Content Analysis, Professional Development
Investigating Critical Thinking and Knowledge Construction in an Interactive Learning Environment
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Wang, Qiyun; Woo, Huay Lit; Zhao, Jianhua – Interactive Learning Environments, 2009
Critical thinking and knowledge construction have become essential competencies for people in the new information age. In this study, we designed an interactive learning environment involving three forms of interaction: individual reflections, group collaboration and, class discussions. The purpose of this study was to investigate the extent to…
Descriptors: Interaction, Foreign Countries, Critical Thinking, Content Analysis