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14 novembre 2018

Developing a Mobile App for Learning English Vocabulary in an Open Distance Learning Context

International Review of Research in Open and Distributed LearningAcademic success depends on the comprehension of a language, which is linked to vocabulary learning. Many distance students in South Africa find it difficult to comprehend learning in a language other than their mother tongue. Finding effective strategies for enhancing English vocabulary of university students amidst the spatial, temporal, and pedagogic distance associated with Open Distance Learning (ODL) practices remains a challenge. More...

14 novembre 2018

“Doing the courses without stopping my life”: Time in a professional Master’s program

International Review of Research in Open and Distributed LearningThis study investigates how time intersects with student learning in Canada’s first, and only, Master of Library and Information Studies (MLIS) in an online teaching and learning stream.  Thirty-two students responded to a survey that asked about their experiences, perceptions, and challenges after their first year of the program. More...

14 novembre 2018

Critical Factors of the Adoption of e-Textbooks: A Comparison Between Experienced and Inexperienced Users

International Review of Research in Open and Distributed LearningThe use of e-textbooks has become popular in certain countries, yet there is debate in the literature about whether it is advantageous to adopt e-textbooks and if they positively influence students’ learning and performance. Prior studies on the acceptance of e-textbooks were mainly based on one theoretical perspective, and did not differentiate samples between experienced and inexperienced users. More...

14 novembre 2018

A Framework for Implementing OER-Based Lesson Design Activities for Pre-Service Teachers

International Review of Research in Open and Distributed LearningThe demand for qualified teachers with sufficient pedagogical knowledge and skills is high. However, existing teacher education programs do not provide adequate experiences through which to develop pre-service teachers’ professional foundations. This study recognized Open Educational Resources (OER) as a means by which to address the issue of enhancing teacher education. More...

14 novembre 2018

Defining OER-Enabled Pedagogy

International Review of Research in Open and Distributed LearningThe term “open pedagogy” has been used in a variety of different ways over the past several decades. In recent years, its use has also become associated with Open Educational Resources (OER). More...

14 novembre 2018

Motivation and Knowledge: Pre-Assessment and Post-Assessment of MOOC Participants From an Energy and Sustainability Project

International Review of Research in Open and Distributed LearningUnderstanding factors promoting or preventing participants’ completion of a massive open online course (MOOC) is an important research topic, as attrition rates remain high for this environment.  Motivation and digital skills have been identified as aspects promoting student engagement in a MOOC, and they are considered necessary for success. More...

14 novembre 2018

Pushing Toward a More Personalized MOOC

International Review of Research in Open and Distributed LearningThis study explores the activities, tools, and resources that instructors of massive open online courses (MOOCs) use to improve the personalization of their MOOCs. Following email interviews with 25 MOOC and open education leaders regarding MOOC personalization, a questionnaire was developed. More...

14 novembre 2018

MOOC Makers: Professors’ Experiences With Developing and Delivering MOOCs

International Review of Research in Open and Distributed LearningMassive open online courses (MOOCs) have been described as purposeful educational resources for teaching, open educational initiatives, competency-based learning, and the like. They have also been described as an agent of higher education’s deterioration. More...

14 novembre 2018

Troubleshooters for Tasks of Introductory Programming MOOCs

International Review of Research in Open and Distributed LearningLearning programming has become more and more popular and organizing introductory massive open online courses (MOOCs) on programming can be one way to bring this education to the masses. While programming MOOCs usually use automated assessment to give feedback on the submitted code, the lack of understanding of certain aspects of the tasks and feedback given by the automated assessment system can be one persistent problem for many participants. More...

14 novembre 2018

How do Virtual Teams Collaborate in Online Learning Tasks in a MOOC?

International Review of Research in Open and Distributed LearningModern learning theories stress the importance of student-centered and self-directed learning. Problem-Based Learning (PBL) supports this by focusing on small group learning centered around authentic problems. PBL, however, usually relies heavily on face-to-face team collaboration and tutor guidance. More...

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