The LMS Divide – Social Presence in Online Learning
Social Presence and Community of Inquiry Model The Community of Inquiry model, developed by Garrison, D. R., Anderson, T., & Archer, W. (2000) presents the social dimension along with cognitive and...
View ArticleWhy we need group work in Online Learning
This post is 1st in a 3 part series on the topic of group work in online learning communities. Post 2 will be about strategies for effective group work, and post 3, successful evaluation and outcomes....
View ArticleInstructor Presence in the Online Class – Key to Learner Success
Part 1 in a 3 part series on the concept of ‘Presence’ in the Online Classroom. Instructor presence in the online environment can be elusive as a shadow – it’s one dimensional, monochromatic and takes...
View ArticleHow to Promote Critical Thinking with Online Discussion Forums
Critical thinking is an expected learning outcome of higher education along with mastery of a studied discipline. Yet several studies including one outlined in Academically Adrift, suggests that a...
View Article“Would you say that to me in class?” Online Disinhibition and the Effects on...
What are the effects of benign, inappropriate or even toxic student-to-student or student-to-instructor exchanges in online learning communities? How do such exchanges affect learning outcomes? It’s a...
View ArticleHow to Develop a Sense of Presence in Online and F2F Courses with Social Media
Social presence is a significant predictor of course retention and final grade in the college online environment. Two effective interventions are recommended: establishing integrated social and...
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