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Online and E-Learning, 2006.
This paper provides a literature review examining the effectiveness of online and e-learning.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 1 source, $ 26.95
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The paper uses the following hypothesis as a means of identifying and testing the current research effort: If online learning is effective then it is anticipated that there will be corresponding improvements in student performance. This study therefore seeks to investigate the literature on online learning and develop a profile of the conditions under which it is most effective and extrapolate these conditions to determine whether online and e-learning are universally effective or whether these methods of teaching are effective only when subjective conditions are appropriate.
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"The nature of e-learning, or distance learning, is extremely complex and is subject to multiple forms of clarification and discussion. The measure of effectiveness in such a context is an even more difficult proposition, as it indicates that certain known factors can be constructed in a setting that helps to further classify the overall "effectiveness" of a given research effort."
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Online Learning, 2007.
This essay provides a reflection on socio-historical analysis of online learning.
782 words (approx. 3.1 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 27.95
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In this article, the writer points out that upon beginning this research into the socio-historical issues of online learning, the writer felt that it was a great boon to society. However, with time and study the writer has come to feel that online learning only heightens an already serious trend. The writer maintains that just as Walter Benjamin argues that actors have auras that are necessary to their performance on the stage, and just as physical art pieces have auras which create a "ritual" surrounding themselves, the writer has come to believe that traditional pedagogues and schools of higher education maintain a certain aura of presence which cannot be reproduced digitally and which is therefore lost in the online learning environment. The writer concludes that the non-academic social and psychological effects of distance learning have not been adequately studied so far, but it is the writer's belief that distance learning takes away the sacred aura from learning and, in so doing, passes on to the student only the shell and form of an education rather than its true substance.
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"Perhaps because advanced education became so widely available, it began to be increasingly required of all people, even those whose line of work did not actually require specialized college training. For example, working as a secretary or salesperson in no way requires college training, but many positions require a degree (regardless of the area of specialization in the degree) before applying, as if to prove that one is at all capable of serious effort and success. No doubt the expectation of adult learning has grown with the increased demand for college graduates in the work field, and vice versa. Yet in many cases, continued education is not pursued for the sake of learning itself, but for the sake of qualifying for positions."
"In the traditional educational setting, deep bonds are forged between teachers and students. The position of a sensei, a teacher, or a mentor has been an extremely sacred one in many traditions. Bonds were forged between teachers and their students that were expected to be not just academic but also personal and, in some cases, life long."
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Literature Review on the Effectiveness of Online and E-Learning, 2006.
This paper describes the increasing usage of online and E-learning programs.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 9 sources, $ 89.95
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This paper explores Online and e-learning programs as a popular educational alternative. These can be offered as supplemental to traditional learning institutions or used as surrogates; accredited online learning courses appeal to the busy schedules of adults and are increasingly preferred among younger students as they transfer their familiarity of the online setting to their overall academic experiences.
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"Online education has become the single fastest-growing area of modern American education. The United States Distance Learning Association (USDLA) indicates that distance learning is increasingly used as an option at all levels of education, suggesting that the use of e-learning can help supplement educational shortcomings for students in Kindergarten through past-secondary graduate programs and the retraining of workers after job loss (USDLA, 2006). Statement of Problem The increase in distance learning and the interest in using distance learning as a supplement or surrogate to traditional in-classroom education indicates a need to recognize whether distance learning is effective. However, the concept of "effectiveness" is a blanket..."
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Online Distance Learning, 2002.
A discussion of the creation of online distance learning courses at
Eujean City Community College.
2,310 words (approx. 9.2 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 71.95
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This paper examines the issues concerning the establishment of online distance learning courses at Eujean City Community College. It analyzes how in order to implement the program, several components need to be considered to justify its establishment such as the rationale, the mission, the goals and the resources required. It also considers the program?s relevance to the college and the community. It evaluates how the provision of online distance learning courses enables Eujean City Community College to offer more courses to a larger student population and provides an effective tool of meeting the needs of an increasingly diverse student population without incurring excessive expenses.
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"The establishment of online courses at Eujean City Community College provides a viable solution for the college to deal with the financial constraints caused by reduced state and local government funding. The demand for continuing education has increased nationwide: the number of students needing traditional higher education has risen from 15 million to 20 million in the United States. Entrepreneurs and for-profit schools, as well as other community colleges, are seizing the opportunities to encroach on the traditional student population of community colleges through online courses (Dunn, 2000, p. 38). Therefore, with increasing numbers of people returning to schools and rising competition from a variety of sectors, Eujean City Community College?s Online Distance Education Program can increase productivity and efficiency (Callan, 1997, p. 10). "
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Online Distance Learning, 2005.
A discussing regarding online distance learning as an alternative form of higher education in Nigeria.
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 5 sources, $ 62.95
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This paper examines the possibility of instituting online distance learning programs in Nigeria as an alternative to more traditional forms of higher education. While arguing for the incredible benefits of such a system, as well as the need for better higher education in Nigeria, paper nevertheless concludes that online distance learning may simply be technically impossible for Nigeria in the near future.
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"The 20th century was the first century when, on a global level, education and individual knowledge could be said to have a profound impact on the fate of nations. Knowledge has become intimately tied to economic development by the end of the 20th century. We have little reason to suspect that this connection will not intensify in the coming decades. In the interest of constructing knowledge societies and economies, analysts repeatedly recognize the importance of higher education (Saint et al., 2004). Improving higher education access and quality should stand as one of the primary goals in all nations, though perhaps especially within the developing world. Nowhere are the difficulties of development more blatantly highlighted than in Africa, particularly in the nations of sub-Saharan Africa. "
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Online Learning, 2004.
This paper discusses online learning in the connotation of the most appropriate strategy considering the time, place, and history of the learning environment involved.
4,390 words (approx. 17.6 pages), 20 sources, APA, $ 115.95
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This paper explains that the best practices within the realm of computer-aided learning, web-based and online knowledge acquisition are generally based on the type of setting, the objectives of the course, the knowledge and skill level of the instructor, and the level of availability or access to technology. The author stresses that instruction may be based on the principles of self-directed study or on the premise of collaborative learning. The paper relates that the degree in which the Internet is utilized is a matter of teacher preference, the desires of the institution, and the goal of incorporating technology.
Table of Contents
Introduction
On The Road to Online
Prerequisites to Online Learning
The Self Directed Approach to Learning
Community of Practice
Virtual Reality as the Future?
Conclusion
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"The problem with best practices is that they focus on current strategies and fail to consider future growth and, or, ignore a wide range of possibilities. There is no ?one way? to address best practices as they apply to online education (Jenson et al, 2002). The competencies needed for teaching online rather than in the traditional manner are, generally, the same; however, the skills that are employed are heightened. The first and most important of the competencies is that of communication. This includes the ability to use the current technology as well as being adept at teaching the use of technology."
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In-Class versus Online Learning-An Article Review, 2007.
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, $ 43.95
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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
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"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."
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Online Learning, 2006.
An analysis of online learning for adults in the 21st century.
947 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 33.95
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This paper discusses the historical events that have played the most influential role on the evolution in learning in the US. It provides a critical review of the literature concerning educational policy in the United States and looks at the way this policy has been affected by socio-cultural factors and forces. A series of case studies are presented to determine the impact of such historical events and socio-cultural forces. A meta-analysis is used to provide a synthesis of the findings of the literature review and case studies.
Outline:
Introduction
Preliminary Review and Discussion
Conclusion
References
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"According to a fact sheet on technology in the 21st century provided by the U.S. Department of Education's Web site, a recent program that is designed to improve student achievement through the use of technology is the new "Enhancing Education through Technology (ED Tech) initiative. The basis for this initiative is the fact that, "Technology is a tool like any other, and the value does not come from having access to it, but rather how it is used. ED Tech grants will improve the quality of education by developing new ways to apply this tool to teaching and learning" (The Facts About...21st-Century Technology, 2006, p. 1). The fact sheet also reports that, "Online tests deliver reports on student progress instantaneously instead of weeks later. When designed well, curriculum software can engage students in solid academic curriculum like never before" (emphasis added) (p. 2)."
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Online Learning, 2007.
A discussion on the pros and cons of online university and college courses.
1,292 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 43.95
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The paper discusses how online learning, while hardly a perfect substitute for the one-on-one interaction of a real life classroom, fulfills an important function for today's diverse student body. The paper examines how there are certain aspects of the college experience that will be lost to persons who pursue all of their higher education online. The paper concludes that despite the negative aspects of online learning, it has a place in adult education.
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"Furthermore, from the perspective of a concerned parent, "students are expected to find their own resources for completing assignments and exams, which is empowering for some, but daunting for others." (Hansen, 2006) In other words, no one is there, encouraging the student to go to class or not to procrastinate. There is no roommate setting a good example, no schedule set by activities, part-time work, and the cafeteria. An online learner has minimal responsibility to his or her fellow students to attend class and participate in class discussion and complete class presentations. There is little personal attention given by the professor or the other students. Moreover, while mainstream colleges and universities may make use of distance learning technology, a distance learning degree still carries a "stigma." (Hansen, 2006)"
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Online Learning, 2004.
Discusses the pros and cons of studying over the Internet.
1,830 words (approx. 7.3 pages), 10 sources, APA, $ 58.95
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This paper begins by defining online learning. It then summarizes some of the many advantages and disadvantages of studying this way. Advantages include easy administration and diverse class profile. Disadvantages include the impersonal method of online course delivery and communication problems.
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"Despite of the 24 hours / 7 days availability of online learning, the technical aspects from the learning provider?s side is not always 100% reliable. A technical problem encountered by a learning provider occasionally causes delays and inconvenience to online learners. When the provider gets offline, the learner has not much choice but to wait for the provider to resume their online learning service."
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Internet Learning: "Kim's" Online Timeline, 2008.
A critical examination of Kimberly Steele's webpage "Writing process timeline".
1,324 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 44.95
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This paper describes an online tutorial that contains formatting and deadline instructions intended to assist educators in teaching children to handle writing assignments successfully. The author examines each component of this approach in detail, pointing out its flaws and discrepancies, and concludes that this approach may actually be counter-productive of its desired effect.
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"In light of the fact that surveys of older university students have uncovered how they prefer to know well in advance when their deadlines are due (Brown, 2004), it seems intuitive to suggest that young children will be even more reliant upon firm deadlines simply because they are less likely to be self-starters, have not yet developed the sophisticated organizational skills of college students, and - owing to their cognitive and psychological immaturity - are in greater need of guidance. With that in mind, if Kim cannot provide firm deadlines for these young people, then the least she can do is remove a punitive marking system that breeds fear and anxiety."
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Online Courses, 2004.
An examination of the advantages and disadvantages of online learning.
4,146 words (approx. 16.6 pages), 16 sources, MLA, $ 111.95
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This paper looks at how the advent of the Internet has revolutionized the traditional educational environment and how online learning has become the norm even at the most prestigious universities and institutions of higher learning. It evaluates several research methodologies, determining the success rate in learning styles for online education courses by focusing on past studies and the factors needed to strengthen future studies.
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Introduction
Online Learning Courses
Advantages/Disadvantages
Success Rates in Learning Styles For Online Education Courses
Study of Graduate Students
Interactive Learning Style
Team Learning Approach
Self Paced vs. Instructor Led
Effective Curriculum Design
Distributed Learning Theory
Factors Equated With Success in the Online Learning Environment
What Factors are Needed to Strengthen Future Studies?
Discussion and Conclusion
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"Academic flexibility is so important because the independent that internet course provide are one of their main appeals. The article contends that this flexible learning style is important for adult learners. The flexibility is important because graduate students tend to be busy professionals that need to control their time. (Arbaugh 2000) In this particular study, flexibility was measured in terms of how well students were able to incorporate coursework into work and family life. There were two variables, which included course flexibility and program flexibility."
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Methods Of Learning, 2002.
Compares traditional learning with online studies.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 3 sources, $ 44.95
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This paper presents a comparative analysis of the two contrasting technologies used in the learning of social sciences. It focuses on various contrasting facts of traditional learning methods against online studies (elearning). .
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Preferred Learning Styles, 2001.
4,104 words (approx. 16.4 pages), 12 sources, $ 110.95
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This paper covers a variety of topics related to learning styles. The author includes auditory, visual and kinesthetic, among others. The author also covers the emergence of online learning.
Introduction: What is learning?
How Do People Learn?
What is a Preferred Learning Style?
Visual.
Auditory.
Kinesthetic.
How to Reach Everyone.
What Teachers Can Do.
What employers Can Do.
What students Can Do.
A New Approach: Online Learning
Experiences of a Cyber Team: A Critique.
List of Contact Made.
What We Learned as an Online Group.
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"Teaching in the United States was traditionally ?frontal teaching,? where the teacher would stand in front of the class and lecture with little or no interaction, and even less consideration for those students who did not learn very well from that style of teaching. In the last 20-25 years, educators have begun to pay more attention to the fact that not every student learns in the same way. They have become more aware of and more responsive to the research that has been done in the area of learning and learning styles (Snyder, 2000). Learning is an interactive process, the product of student and teacher activity within a specific learning environment. These activities, which are the central elements of the learning process, show a wide variation in pattern, style and quality (Hood, 1995)."
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E-learning Research Design, 2004.
This paper is a review of the literature about a research design to be used to study e-learning.
4,335 words (approx. 17.3 pages), 23 sources, APA, $ 114.95
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This paper explains that, as online learning takes its place within the arena of higher education, it is imperative that reliable research be instigated to determine the level of quality that exists and can be expected. The author stresses that there is a need for researchers to choose methodology relevant to the questions being asked. The paper states that the researcher hoping to investigate student retention rates related to online learning programs needs to be aware of the variables, appropriate methodologies, and the choices in instruments to aid in research.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Points to Consider
Related Studies
Conclusion
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"In deciding on a methodology, the researcher would do well to consider that ?the objective of most clinical studies is to determine one of the following--prevalence, incidence, cause, prognosis, or effect of treatment; it is therefore useful to remember which type of study is most commonly associated with each objective? (Mann, 2003, p. 54). If the purpose of the study is to isolate cause for behavior change, a single-case research design is suggested (Barlow and Hersen, 1984, cited in Foster et al, 2002). A simple study design for determining change in behavior is referred to as the ?A-B design? where a baseline period is used as a ?control? and is compared with a ?B? phase where the dependent variable is in force."
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