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Download full textWegmann, 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
Khan, Rana; Gogos, Arhonda – Journal of Asynchronous Learning Networks, 2013
The Professional Science Master's Biotechnology program at the University of Maryland University College developed and implemented a novel online mentoring program to increase synergy with the biotechnology industry. In this program, Master's students are paired with mentors from the
biotechnology industry. A mentor assistant, who is a graduate of…
Descriptors: Online Courses, Graduate Study, Mentors, Biotechnology
Hassen, Jemal Yousuf – Journal of Asynchronous Learning Networks, 2013
Graduate programs in agriculture in developing countries such as in Ethiopia are often designed in cognizance of the need for skilled manpower for agricultural development. In Ethiopia, the contribution of graduates of agricultural graduate programs to the attempt to transform smallholder agriculture has become a matter of urgency in the face of…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Agricultural Education, Masters Programs, Resource Units
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
Geith, Christine; Vignare, Karen – Journal of Asynchronous Learning Networks, 2013
The aim of AgShare is to create a scalable and sustainable collaboration of existing organizations for African publishing, localizing, and sharing of science-based teaching and learning materials that fill critical resource gaps in African MSc agriculture curriculum. Shared innovative practices are emerging through the AgShare projects, not only…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Agricultural Education, Resource Units, Shared Resources and Services
Direct linkFey, 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
