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Wegmann, Susan J.; McCauley, Joyce K. – Journal of Asynchronous Learning Networks, 2014
This research project explores the effects of altering the structure of discussion board formats to increase students' engagement and participation. This paper will present the findings of a two-university, two-class research project in which asynchronous discussion board entries were analyzed for substance. By using oral discourse analysis…
Descriptors: Asynchronous Communication, Computer Mediated Communication, Group Discussion, Learner Engagement
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Snyder, Martha M.; Dringus, Laurie P. – Journal of Asynchronous Learning Networks, 2014
Research is limited on how metacognition is facilitated and manifested in socially situated online learning environments such as online discussion forums. We approached metacognition as the phenomenon of interest partly through a methodological objective to evaluate the relevance of a metacognition construct and partly through a content objective…
Descriptors: Metacognition, Asynchronous Communication, Discussion (Teaching Technique), Qualitative Research
Fey, Susan; Emery, Mary; Flora, Cornelia – Journal of Asynchronous Learning Networks, 2008
The Community Development Master's Program is an inter-institutional, trans-disciplinary degree program that began in 2005 online at five participating universities in the North Central region. This article discusses outcomes of interviews with current and past students in the program to determine if a multi-institutional program, versus a program…
Descriptors: Community Development, Distance Education, Online Courses, Masters Programs