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Direct linkLuebeck, Jennifer L.; Bice, Lawrence R. – Journal of Distance Education, 2005
This study examines the extent to which conceptual change is stimulated and achieved through online discussion in the context of an online graduate course. Transcripts of discussions among 15 graduate students studying assessment issues in mathematics and science education were analyzed using an interaction analysis model developed to assess…
Descriptors: Graduate Students, Computer Mediated Communication, Content Analysis, Science Teachers
Wickersham, Leah E.; Dooley, Kim E. – Quarterly Review of Distance Education, 2006
Online discussion is a common tool to create learner-learner interaction. Whole class discussions can result in potentially hundreds of postings with students spending more time creating the illusion of participation as opposed to critical reflection and deeper learning. The purpose of this study was to determine quality of online discussion based…
Descriptors: Distance Education, Critical Thinking, Content Analysis, Discussion (Teaching Technique)
