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How Do We Know What Is Happening Online?: A Mixed Methods Approach to Analysing Online Activity
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Charalampidi, Marina; Hammond, Michael – Interactive Technology and Smart Education, 2016
Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to discuss the process of analysing online discussion and argue for the merits of mixed methods. Much research of online participation and e-learning has been either message-focused or person-focused. The former covers methodologies such as content and discourse analysis, the latter interviewing and surveys.…
Descriptors: Computer Mediated Communication, Group Discussion, Electronic Learning, Educational Technology
Differences between Perceived Usefulness of Social Media and Institutional Channels by Undergraduate Students
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Sumida Garcia, Leandro; Costa Silva, Camila Mariane – Interactive Technology and Smart Education, 2017
Purpose: This research aims to compare the preference of social media sites and institutional communication channels of a higher education institution by confronting elements that form perceived usefulness and user satisfaction with the system. Social media technologies are a part of the routine of the modern society in many diverse ways,…
Descriptors: Social Media, Undergraduate Students, Foreign Countries, Comparative Analysis
ReProTool Version 2.0: Re-Engineering Academic Curriculum Using Learning Outcomes, ECTS and Bologna Process Concepts
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Pouyioutas, Philippos; Gjermundrod, Harald; Dionysiou, Ioanna – Interactive Technology and Smart Education, 2012
Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to present ReProTool Version 2.0, a software tool that is used for the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS) and the Bologna Process re-engineering of academic programmes. The tool is the result of an 18 months project (February 2012-July 2013) project, co-financed by the European Regional Development Fund…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, College Curriculum, Academic Standards, Outcomes of Education
Exploring Barriers to Effective E-Learning: Case Study of DNPA
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Annansingh, Fenio; Bright, Ali – Interactive Technology and Smart Education, 2010
Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to discuss a case study which examines and analyses a information communication technology training programme conducted using an e-learning platform at the Dartmoor National Park Authority, UK. Design/methodology/approach: The research adopted a mixed method approach which involved the use of questionnaires…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Electronic Learning, Parks, Interviews
Learning Management Systems: ICT Skills, Usability and Learnability
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Pretorius, Marco; van Biljon, Judy – Interactive Technology and Smart Education, 2010
Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to investigate the implications of usability and learnability in learning management systems (LMS) by considering the experiences of information and communications technology (ICT) experts and non-experts in using the LMS of an open-distance university. Design/methodology/approach: The paper uses task-based…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Expertise, Electronic Learning, Video Technology
Use of WebCT in Online and Blended Modes
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Yuen, Allan H. K.; Deng, Liping; Fox, Robert – Interactive Technology and Smart Education, 2009
Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to compare the use of WebCT in support of online and blended learning in the Faculty of Architecture of a Hong Kong university. Design/methodology/approach: Paper questionnaires are used to collect students' experiences, perceptions and attitudes towards the online course they have undertaken. Focus group…
Descriptors: Electronic Learning, Focus Groups, Online Courses, Interviews
Using Participatory Design in the Development of a Language Learning Tool
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Zaphiris, Panayiotis; Constantinou, Penelope – Interactive Technology and Smart Education, 2007
Purpose: This paper aims to demonstrate how participatory design methodologies can be used for the design of interactive learning tools for children. Design/methodology/approach: This paper presents the methodology employed for the design of a multimedia tool for teaching Greek to young children aged 6 to 12. The preliminary data collection…
Descriptors: Electronic Learning, Instructional Design, Data Collection, Methods