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Kim, Min Kyu; Lee, In Heok; Wang, Yinying – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 2020
In this study, we examined the role of leadership styles and multi-dimensional learner engagement in how students emerge as learning leaders in asynchronous online discussions. Grounded in the conceptual framework of two dominant leadership styles of transformational and transactional leadership, this study applies the two leadership…
Descriptors: Student Leadership, Group Discussion, Computer Mediated Communication, Leadership Styles
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Ng, C. S. L.; Cheung, W. S.; Hew, K. F. – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 2012
Peer facilitation is proposed as a solution to counter limited interaction in asynchronous online discussions. However, there is a lack of empirical research on online peer facilitation. This study identifies, through cross-case comparison of two graduate-level blended courses attended by Asian Pacific students, the actual peer facilitation…
Descriptors: Interaction, Cultural Background, Graduate Study, Facilitators (Individuals)
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Hwang, A.; Arbaugh, J. B. – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 2009
Emerging research has revealed the impact of electronic media usage on student outcomes, such as satisfaction and reported learning efficacy. However, little is known of its impact on measurable knowledge acquisition. Results from this study showed that participation on discussion topics through Blackboard, an electronic discussion forum,…
Descriptors: Context Effect, Electronic Publishing, Student Attitudes, Satisfaction
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Wang, C.-H. – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 2005
The results of this study show that effective questioning skills increase student intellectual moves that, in turn, facilitate the process of knowledge construction in online synchronous discussion (OSD). The open-ended questions elicited multiple perspectives by promoting student participation, while OSD enabled them to share and debate multiple…
Descriptors: Student Participation, Learning Processes, Computer Mediated Communication
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Prinsen, F. R.; Volman, M. L. L.; Terwel, J. – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 2007
A question associated with the introduction of computer-supported collaborative learning (CSCL) is whether all participants profit equally from working in CSCL environments. This article reports on a review study into gender-related differences in participation in CSCL. As many of the processes in CSCL are similar to those in computer-mediated…
Descriptors: Gender Differences, Computer Mediated Communication, Cooperative Learning, Computer Assisted Instruction
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Light, Paul; Colbourn, C.; Light, V. – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 1997
Psychology students at the University of Southampton use "skywriting," an e-mail based discussion medium involving tutors and students and focusing on issues arising from course content. This article discusses student participation in skywriting; examines effects of gender, computer attitudes, and computer experience; compares student…
Descriptors: Case Studies, College Curriculum, College Students, Computer Assisted Instruction