Effects of Learner-to-Learner Interactions on Social Presence, Achievement and Satisfaction

• In Event: DDL - Community & Social Presence

Short Description

The current focus of research regarding online courses concentrates on identifying effective design and delivery methodologies. This session will report a non-experimental comparative research study, which investigated two types of learner-to-learner interactions effects on achievement, social presence, and learning satisfaction in online courses. Designed interactions have a high level of collaborative or cooperative intent. Results indicate designed interactions positively affect achievement and satisfaction. Implications for designing interactive experiences in online courses will also be discussed.

Authors

• Beth Oyarzun, UNCW

• Jill Stefaniak, Old Dominion University

• Linda Bol, Old Dominion University

• Gary Morrison, Old Dominion University