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Active Learning in Online Courses: An Examination of Students’ Learning Experience

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  • Alex Koohang

    (Macon State College, USA)

  • Terry Smith

    (Macon State College, USA)

  • Johnathan Yerby

    (Macon State College, USA)

  • Kevin Floyd

    (Macon State College, USA)

Abstract

This study examines students’ perception toward their learning experience in an e-learning environment where active learning through regular and routine graded discussion activities/assignments is expected. Attention was given to the variables of age; gender; increased experience with online courses; and increased proficiency with the course management system. Gender was found to be a significant factor with regard to students’ perception toward their learning experience in online courses. Discussion is carried out based on the results of the study. The discussion then shifts to a focus upon strengthening active learning in online courses and common ways in which active learning can be used effectively in online courses. Conclusions and recommendations for future research complete the paper.

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  • Alex Koohang & Terry Smith & Johnathan Yerby & Kevin Floyd, 2012. "Active Learning in Online Courses: An Examination of Students’ Learning Experience," International Journal of Management, Knowledge and Learning, International School for Social and Business Studies, Celje, Slovenia, vol. 1(2), pages 205-216.
    • Handle: RePEc:isv:jouijm:v:1:y:2012:i:2:p:205-216
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