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Knutsson, Ola; Blasjo, Mona.; Hallsten, Stina; Karlstrom, Petter – Internet and Higher Education, 2012
In this paper social semiotics, and systemic functional linguistics in particular, are used in order to identify registers of digital literacy in the use of virtual learning environments. The framework of social semiotics provides means to systemize and discuss digital literacy as a linguistic and semiotic issue. The following research question…
Descriptors: Semiotics, Linguistics, Classroom Communication, Definitions
Akkoyunlu, Buket; Yilmaz-Soylu, Meryem – Internet and Higher Education, 2008
The purpose of this study was to extend the evaluation of learners' views on blended learning and its implementation process by developing and validating an objective assessment instrument. Cronbach' alpha, item analysis and item discrimination indices, principal component analysis, varimax rotation, and discriminant validity were used to measure…
Descriptors: Instructional Design, Measures (Individuals), Item Analysis, Test Construction
Rovai, Alfred P.; Wighting, Mervyn J.; Baker, Jason D.; Grooms, Linda D. – Internet and Higher Education, 2009
The purpose of this study was to develop and validate a self-report instrument that can be used to measure learning in the cognitive, affective, and psychomotor domains. The study underwent three phases, each with its own data collection and analysis. Phase I featured the development, testing, and factor analysis of an 80-item instrument that…
Descriptors: Factor Structure, Measures (Individuals), Factor Analysis, Virtual Classrooms
Rovai, Alfred P. – Internet and Higher Education, 2007
This article presents a synthesis of the theoretical and research literature on facilitating asynchronous online discussions effectively. Online courses need to be designed so that they provide motivation for students to engage in productive discussions and clearly describe what is expected, perhaps in the form of a discussion rubric.…
Descriptors: Computer Mediated Communication, Distance Education, Online Courses, Educational Technology
Davis, Niki; Roblyer, M. D.; Charania, Amina; Ferdig, Rick; Harms, Chad; Compton, Lily Ko Li; Cho, Mi Ok – Internet and Higher Education, 2007
Virtual schooling, or the practice of offering K-12 courses via distance technologies, has rapidly increased in popularity since its beginning in 1994. Although effective interaction with and support for students in these environments requires a unique set of skills and experiences, teacher education programs currently place very little emphasis…
Descriptors: Preservice Teacher Education, Research and Development, Elementary Secondary Education, Formative Evaluation
Schrum, Lynne; Burbank, Mary D.; Capps, Rosemary – Internet and Higher Education, 2007
This study provides an example of one institution's efforts to design coursework that meets the simultaneous challenges of supporting the aims of increasing access to online courses and simultaneously better preparing teachers to work in diverse classrooms. Based on online pre- and post-surveys and monthly open-ended writing prompts administered…
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Online Courses, Student Motivation, Conventional Instruction
Arbaugh, J. B. – Internet and Higher Education, 2004
This paper reports on changes in students' perceptions of technological, course conduct, and course outcome variables as they participated in multiple online courses over a 4-year period in a Midwestern U.S. University's MBA program. While there was little to no significant change in students' perceptions of learning between their first online…
Descriptors: Student Attitudes, Online Courses, Learning Strategies, Internet

Lee, Joseph; Hong, Ng Lai; Ling, Ng Lai – Internet and Higher Education, 2001
Describes a study conducted at a private college in Malaysia that identified factors that helped learners successfully use information and communication technology in a virtual learning environment. Topics include skills and attitudes of students; awareness of information available on the Internet; access to the Internet; and perceived…
Descriptors: Access to Computers, Access to Information, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Attitudes
Bluemink, Johanna; Jarvela, Sanna – Internet and Higher Education, 2004
Apart from studying students' interaction in Web-based environments in computer-supported collaborative learning (CSCL), it is essential to recognize the importance of the contextual setting in which learning takes place. This study examines the role of face-to-face encounters as contextual support in an international teacher education course…
Descriptors: Education Courses, Virtual Classrooms, Internet, Computer Assisted Instruction