The purpose of this exploratory study was to investigate student perceptions of the design and consistency of the online learning environment in relation to motivation, satisfaction, and self-efficacy. Through surveys, think-aloud observation sessions, and reflection interviews, data were collected concerning student perspectives of design and consistency in the online learning environment. SPSS was used to process the survey data and a multi-step process was used to code the observations and interviews. Nine categories emerged from the analysis: (1) frustration; (2) excitement; (3) feeling of being lost; (4) confusion; (5) disgust; (6) positivity; (7); anxiety; (8) understanding; (9) action. The findings are discussed and recommendations for future research are provided to inform future development of online courses.
Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:unt.edu/info:ark/67531/metadc1404572 |
Date | 12 1900 |
Creators | Reeder, Elaine M. |
Contributors | Warren, Scott J., Spector, J. Michael, Dunn, Lemoyne |
Publisher | University of North Texas |
Source Sets | University of North Texas |
Language | English |
Detected Language | English |
Type | Thesis or Dissertation |
Format | viii, 139 pages, Text |
Rights | Public, Reeder, Elaine M, Copyright, Copyright is held by the author, unless otherwise noted. All rights Reserved. |
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