Online Collaborative Learning and Communication Media

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Havard, B., Du, J. & Xu, J. (2008). Online Collaborative Learning and Communication Media. Journal of Interactive Learning Research, 19(1), 37-50. Chesapeake, VA: AACE.
Retrieved from http://www.editlib.org/p/22804.

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Journal Information

Journal of Interactive Learning Research
ISSN 1093-023X
Volume 19, Issue 1, January 2008
Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE)  Chesapeake, VA

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Authors

Byron Havard, University of West Florida, USA; Jianxia Du, Jianzhong Xu, Mississippi State University, USA

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to examine the dynamics of online collaborative learning and communication media regarding team projects. Media richness and social presence theories are well-accepted rational theories that explain media choices and media behaviors, and serve as the theoretical framework. Quantitative and qualitative data collection methods were used to gather data from the 26 graduate students participating in this study, conducted at a land-grant university in the southeastern United States. Quantitative data analyses revealed significance between pre and post course survey item themes regarding factors affecting successful collaboration and perceptions on online collaboration. Qualitative analyses revealed relationships between collaboration and communication media, factors necessary for successful online collaboration, and communication media selection decisions. The results may serve to guide research and practice in online collaborative learning by using communication media. This research may also guide instructors and instructional designers in developing online collaborative learning activities with communication media.

Keywords

• Collaboration
• Communication
• Adults
• Distance Education
• Educational Technology
• eLearning
• Interaction
• Learning Management Systems
• Computers
• Networking Technologies

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