Students’ Attitudes toward the Internet and Feelings of Connectedness in their Graduate Programs

• In Event: RTD - Students, The Internet, and e-Learning Technologies

Short Description

This quantitative study examined relationships between students' attitudes toward the Internet and feelings of connectedness in their graduate programs. Faculty and staff should find ways for graduate students to connect with others to enhance their learning experiences, combat feelings of isolation and anonymity, and increase completion rates. The method and results will be featured. The findings will inform practices of faculty, support staff, and instructional designers and technologists who utilize Internet technologies to enhance connectedness.

Authors

• David Des Armier, Jr., University of Wyoming

• Doris U Bolliger, University of Wyoming