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Lemay, David John; Doleck, Tenzin; Brinton, Christopher G. – International Review of Research in Open and Distributed Learning, 2022
Online discussion research has mainly been conducted using case methods. This article proposes a method for comparative analysis based on network metrics such as information entropy and global network efficiency as more holistic measures characterizing social learning group dynamics. We applied social learning optimization analysis of networks…
Descriptors: Socialization, Social Networks, Network Analysis, Computer Mediated Communication
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Khor, Ean Teng; Dave, Darshan – International Review of Research in Open and Distributed Learning, 2022
The COVID-19 pandemic induced a digital transformation of education and inspired both instructors and learners to adopt and leverage technology for learning. This led to online learning becoming an important component of the new normal, with home-based virtual learning an essential aspect for learners on various levels. This, in turn, has caused…
Descriptors: Learning Analytics, Social Networks, Network Analysis, Classification
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Bozkurt, Aras; Zawacki-Richter, Olaf – International Review of Research in Open and Distributed Learning, 2021
The field of distance education (DE) is dynamic and constantly evolving; it reflects and adapts according to changes in socio-cultural, demographic, political, and technological domains. Thus, there is a need to understand past and present activities in the field, in order to better inform future research. The main purpose of this study was to…
Descriptors: Distance Education, Trend Analysis, Quality Assurance, Educational Quality
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Wang, Zhijun; Anderson, Terry; Chen, Li – International Review of Research in Open and Distributed Learning, 2018
In this research paper, the authors analyse the collected data output during a 36-week cMOOC. Six-week data streams from blogs, Twitter, a Facebook group, and video conferences were tracked from the daily newsletter and the MOOCs' hashtag (#Change 11). This data was analysed using content analysis and social network analysis within an…
Descriptors: Interaction, Online Courses, Computer Mediated Communication, Transcripts (Written Records)
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de Lima, Mariana; Zorrilla, Marta – International Review of Research in Open and Distributed Learning, 2017
This study aimed to analyze the student's behaviour in relation to their degree of commitment, participation, and contribution in a MOOC based on a social learning approach. Interaction data was collected on the learning platform and in social networks, both of which were used in the third edition of a social MOOC course. This data was then…
Descriptors: Online Courses, Large Group Instruction, Educational Technology, Technology Uses in Education
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Norman, Helmi; Nordin, Norazah; Din, Rosseni; Ally, Mohamad; Dogan, Huseyin – International Review of Research in Open and Distributed Learning, 2015
Social media is increasingly becoming an essential platform for social connectivity in our daily lives. The availability of mobile technology has further fueled its importance -- making it a ubiquitous tool for social interaction. However, limited studies have been conducted to investigate roles of social participation in this field. Thus, the…
Descriptors: Social Media, Telecommunications, Technology Uses in Education, Handheld Devices