Understanding E-dropout?

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Jun, J. (2005). Understanding E-dropout?. International Journal on E-Learning, 4(2), 229-240. Norfolk, VA: AACE.
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Journal Information

International Journal on E-Learning
ISSN 1537-2456
Volume 4, Issue 2, 2005
Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE)  Norfolk, VA

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Author

JuSung Jun, The University of Georgia, United States

Abstract

The purpose of this paper is to investigate the factors that affect the dropout of adult learners in e-learning through an in-depth literature review on the dropout of adult learners in e-learning. Based on variables identified from the literature review of dropout in e-learning and the models of dropout dealt with five constructs were categorized: individual background, motivation, academic integration, social integration, and technological environment.

Keywords

• Social Studies
• Distance Education
• Educational Technology
• Learning Management Systems
• Information Communication Technologies

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