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In-Class versus Online Learning-An Article Review
Article Review # 97346
In-Class versus Online Learning-An Article Review
A review of a research study by Christopher R. Poirier and Robert S. Feldman centered on the effectiveness of in-class versus online learning environments.
1,270 words (approx. 5.1 pages) |
1 source |
APA | 2007
Paper Summary:
This paper examines and reviews a research study which analyzed whether students learned best in-class or online. The study, which was completed by Christopher R. Poirier and Robert S. Feldman compared students' performance academically and their levels of satisfaction with each course structure and delivery method. The paper further highlights the measures used for the study and the authors' methodology.Outline:
Purpose and Research Question
Setting/Location
Internal Validity Threats
Results/Discussion
Ethics
Evaluation from 2 Perspectives
From the Paper:
"Variables. Status/categorical variables included the students' registration and opt-in for either course format while the manipulated variables include 21 specific evaluation criteria distributed across the four scales of instructor evaluation, overall course rating, interaction/feedback ratings, and amount of time spent on the course. Independent variables are the characteristics of the participants, the content and learning materials presented both in the classroom and online, and the teaching approaches, strategies and techniques used by instructors. Dependent variables include the 28 multiple choice questions that comprise the examinations given to both in-class and online students, 23 of which are both administered to both groups of students. 21 total evaluation variables comprise the of instructor evaluation, overall course rating, interaction/feedback ratings, and amount of time spent on the course."Sample of Sources Used:
- Poirier, Christopher, R., & Feldman, Robert S. (2004) - Teaching in Cyberspace: Online versus Traditional Instruction using a Waiting-List Experimental Design. Teaching of Psychology. Vol. 31, No. 1, 2004. Pages 59 - 62.
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APA Citation:
In-Class versus Online Learning-An Article Review (2012, January 15). Retrieved February 10, 2012, from http://www.academon.com/Article-Review-In-Class-versus-Online-Learning-An-Article-Review/97346
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"In-Class versus Online Learning-An Article Review" 15 January 2012. Web. 10 Feb. 2012. <http://www.academon.com/Article-Review-In-Class-versus-Online-Learning-An-Article-Review/97346>
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