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De Paepe, Liesbeth; Zhu, Chang; Depryck, Koen – Journal of Interactive Learning Research, 2018
To date, teacher perceptions of online language teaching have attracted very little attention. However, these perceptions may influence decisions regarding instructional design, teaching practices and eventually the learning experience. Furthermore, teacher perceptions can contribute to the design of teacher training programs. This study provides…
Descriptors: Web Based Instruction, Second Language Instruction, Instructional Design, Teaching Methods
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Bai, Hua – Journal of Interactive Learning Research, 2012
Facilitating students' critical thinking in asynchronous discussions is important in online learning environments. Since students need to be self-regulated in online learning, the instructors are expected to scaffold students by providing structure and guidance. This paper discusses critical inquiry in two groups of students' online discussions.…
Descriptors: Graduate Students, Discourse Analysis, Student Surveys, Asynchronous Communication
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Jones, James; Warren, Scott; Robertson, Michael – Journal of Interactive Learning Research, 2009
This article presents research conducted between 2002 and 2007 that examines user discourse, message flow, and exchange frequency in Web-only courses, blended courses, and then the same types of courses extended with a 3D online learning environment. The purpose of this study is to examine the impact that a 3D online learning environment has on…
Descriptors: Online Courses, Interpersonal Relationship, Educational Environment, Distance Education
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Abdous, M'hammed; He, Wu – Journal of Interactive Learning Research, 2008
A well-designed syllabus provides students with a roadmap for an engaging and successful learning experience, whereas a poorly designed syllabus impedes communication between faculty and students, increases student anxiety and potential complaints, and reduces overall teaching effectiveness. In an effort to facilitate, streamline, and improve…
Descriptors: Course Descriptions, Web Based Instruction, Computer Mediated Communication, Educational Technology
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Geelan, David R.; Taylor, Peter C. – Journal of Interactive Learning Research, 2001
Describes the use of computer-mediated communication to develop a cooperative learning community among students in a Web-based distance education unit for practicing science and mathematics educators in Australia and Pacific Rim countries. Discusses use of the social constructivist and constructionist conceptions of teaching and learning.…
Descriptors: Computer Mediated Communication, Constructivism (Learning), Cooperative Learning, Distance Education
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Marra, Rose – Journal of Interactive Learning Research, 2006
Computer-mediated communication (CMC) technologies are becoming increasingly important components of online educational environments (Romiszowski & Mason, 2004). The online discussion forum that is a significant component of many web-based courses is one type of CMC. Instructors and students rely on these asynchronous forums to engage one another…
Descriptors: Computer Mediated Communication, Computer Uses in Education, Critical Thinking, Statistical Analysis
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Geelan, David R.; Taylor, Peter C. – Journal of Interactive Learning Research, 2004
Computer mediated communication--including web pages, email and web-based bulletin boards--was used to support the development of a cooperative learning community among students in a web-based distance education unit for practicing science and mathematics educators. The students lived in several Australian states and a number of Pacific Rim…
Descriptors: Teaching Methods, Educational Technology, Cooperative Learning, Constructivism (Learning)