Lessons Learned on Facilitating Asynchronous Discussions for Online Learning

dc.contributor.author Correia, Ana
dc.contributor.author Baran, Evrim
dc.contributor.department School of Education
dc.contributor.department Education, School of
dc.date 2020-04-16T17:53:22.000
dc.date.accessioned 2020-06-30T02:15:37Z
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dc.date.copyright Fri Jan 01 00:00:00 UTC 2010
dc.date.issued 2010-01-01
dc.description.abstract <p>The strategies used to facilitate online asynchronous discussions are the focus of this article. Previous research studies have investigated instructor-led discussion forums and facilitation strategies used by online tutors and course instructors. This article reports studies conducted to investigate alternative ways to design and facilitate online asynchronous discussions in the context of an online Master program in curriculum and instructional technology at a large university in the United States. Findings showed that online students preferred small group discussions led by their own colleagues in opposition to instructor-led discussions. When taking the lead on facilitating online asynchronous discussions, students use a variety of strategies more conducive to the generation of innovative ideas, authentic conversations and motivation to participate.</p>
dc.description.comments <p>This article is published as Correia, A. P., & Baran, E. (2010). Lessons learned on facilitating asynchronous discussions for online learning. <em>Educação, Formação & Tecnologias</em>, 3(1), 59–67. </p>
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dc.subject.disciplines Curriculum and Instruction
dc.subject.disciplines Education
dc.subject.disciplines Educational Assessment, Evaluation, and Research
dc.subject.disciplines Educational Technology
dc.subject.disciplines Higher Education
dc.subject.keywords Online learning
dc.subject.keywords online asynchronous discussions
dc.subject.keywords facilitation strategies.
dc.title Lessons Learned on Facilitating Asynchronous Discussions for Online Learning
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