Volume 1, 2013: Issue 1

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Title:

Knowledge construction through active learning in e-learning: An empirical study

Author(s):

Alex Koohang, Middle Georgia State College, USA

Frederick G. Kohun, Robert Morris University, USA

Gary DeLorenzo, California University of Pennsylvania, USA

Abstract:

The purpose of this study was to measure students' perception toward active learning in e-learning environment with regards to their age, gender, increased proficiency with course management system, and status. Collected data were analyzed by conducting four separate ANOVA. Where applicable, post hoc tests were conducted to find out where specific differences among groups are placed. Results indicated no significant differences for the variables of age, gender, and increased proficiency with course management system. Status was found to be a significant factor. The findings are discussed and recommendations for future studies are made.

Keywords:

Knowledge construction; active learning; e-learning; constructivism

Type:

Research paper

Journal:

The Online Journal of Applied Knowledge Management (OJAKM), ISSN: 2325-4688

Publisher:

International Institute for Applied Knowledge Management (IIAKM)

Accepted:

10 May 2013

Pages:

18-28