Does Technology Enhance Actual Student Learning? The Case of Online Discussion Boards

作者: Kathleen A. Krentler , Laura A. Willis-Flurry

DOI: 10.3200/JOEB.80.6.316-321

关键词: PsychologyOnline discussionStudent learningMathematics educationBlended learningPedagogyTeaching methodExperiential learningStudent engagementEducational technologyEmpirical research

摘要: Despite widespread acceptance of technology in the classroom, there is little empirical research on effectiveness students' use enhancing their learning. To date, studies suggest that students perceive to be a useful learning tool; however, has not linked actual student performance measures. In this study, authors examined degree which enhanced and whether individual characteristics population moderated relationship. The results incorporation classroom does enhance relationship by characteristics.

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