Towle, G. (2011) Sampling proficient e-communicators in an online environment. International Journal of Web Based Communities (IJWBC). 7(1), pp. 136-149. 1477-8394.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Abstract: | This paper discusses the rationale, method and level of success of an experimental sampling method used by the e-learning for learners (E4L) project for the selection of proficient e-communicators. The E4L project focused on the learners’ experience of e-learning from adult and community learning, further and higher education. The project focuses on effective e-learners. However, a clear definition of what an effective e-learner is not identified in the literature. It was decided to sample those who are proficient e-communicators as communication is acknowledged in the literature as playing a key role in effective learning. This was achieved through the use of a virtual learning environment which hosted tasks associated with communication and based on a modification of Salmon’s five step model. |
| Uncontrolled Keywords: | proficient e-communicators, online communities, communication, learning, five step model, social, e-learning, technology enhanced learning, sampling, online environment, virtual environment, learners voice, web-based communities, adult and community learning, further education, higher education |
| Subjects: |
L Education > LB Theory and practice of education > LB2300 Higher Education L Education > LB Theory and practice of education > LB1028.43 Computers in education. Web-based instruction. Educational technology L Education > LC Special aspects of Education > LC5201 Education extension. Adult education. Continuing education > LC5800 Distance education |
| Creators: | Towle, Gemma |
| Publisher: | Inderscience |
| Faculties, Divisions and Institutes: | University Faculties, Divisions and Research Centres - OLD > University Departments > Library and Learning Services |
| Date: | 2011 |
| Date Type: | Publication |
| Page Range: | pp. 136-149 |
| Journal or Publication Title: | International Journal of Web Based Communities (IJWBC) |
| Volume: | 7 |
| Number: | 1 |
| Language: | English |
| DOI: | https://doi.org/10.1504/IJWBC.2011.038130 |
| ISSN: | 1477-8394 |
| Status: | Published / Disseminated |
| URI: | http://nectar.northampton.ac.uk/id/eprint/3276 |
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