Examining the Role of the Online Facilitator in Supporting Learner Engagement in a Full-Time Cyber School

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Short Description

Research on facilitators in K-12 schools has focused on supplemental programs where on-site personnel support learner engagement. The purpose of this study was to determine whether and how facilitators in a full-time cyber school could help to address students’ cognitive, behavioral, and affective engagement needs. We conducted mixed methods surveys with 30 parents, 25 students, and 23 teachers. Findings confirmed the need for a facilitator role to support online student engagement.

Authors

• Presenter: Dennis Beck, University of Arkansas

• Presenter: Jered Borup

• Contributor: Camie Wood, University of Arkansas

• Contributor: Shaikha Rashid A A Al-Naimi, University of Arkansas