Accelerating the Use of Weblogs as an Alternative Method to Deliver Case-Based Learning

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Chen, C., Wu, J. & Yang, S. (2008). Accelerating the Use of Weblogs as an Alternative Method to Deliver Case-Based Learning. International Journal on E-Learning, 7(2), 331-349. Chesapeake, VA: AACE.
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Journal Information

International Journal on E-Learning
ISSN 1537-2456
Volume 7, Issue 2, April 2008
Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE)  Chesapeake, VA

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Authors

Charlie Chen, Appalachian State University, USA; Jiinpo Wu, Tamkang University, Taiwan; Samuel Yang, California State University Fullerton, USA

Abstract

Weblog technology is an alternative medium to deliver the case-based method of learning business concepts. The social nature of this technology can potentially promote active learning and enhance analytical ability of students. The present research investigates the primary factors contributing to the adoption of Weblog technology by students to learn business cases. A theoretical framework is proposed to address this issue based on the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT) theory. Statistical evidences show that three major factors can contribute to users' intention to adopt Weblogs: (a) performance expectancy, (b) effort expectancy, and (c) social influence. It is also found that behavioral intention is a significant antecedent to actual use of Weblogs to learn business cases. Implications of the results for educators as well as possible future research paths for researchers are also discussed.

Keywords

• Collaboration
• Communication
• Community
• Business
• Educational Technology
• eLearning
• Interaction
• Teaching Methods
• Computers
• Information Communication Technologies

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