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This paper reports results of a mixed method, multiple case study of collaborative problem solving by distance education students. Four groups of students were assigned to solve a multifaceted task and write a comprehensive solution report using the ...

This study explores the relationship between asynchronous, text-based forms of social communication and students' perceptions of the social climate of computer conferences. A 21-item questionnaire was administered to 74 students from 4 faculties....

The purpose of this study was to solicit educators' perceptions of a high speed, broadband network being built in the Canadian province of Alberta, the Alberta SuperNet. We interviewed eight administrators, teachers, and technical support personnel...

The purpose of our study is to determine whether or how a a virtual field trip (VFT) could enhance learning in our undergraduate geology course. Some of the questions that are orienting our initial study include: a) What is the role of field trips...

The purpose of this study is to review the literature on identity construction in doctoral students, with a particular focus on online nursing doctoral students. Four topics are recurrent in the literature: the influence of faculty mentors, peers,...