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An Analytic Study and Modeling of Online Asynchronous Instruction via the Notion of Interaction Profiles

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Hybrid Learning (ICHL 2011)

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Online asynchronous instruction is an important part in hybrid learning. The length of time for reflection is much longer for participants of asynchronous discussion forums compared to that of traditional classroom instruction. However, lack of moderation techniques and control of interaction quality often hamper the confidence of online teachers in pursuit of critical instructional objectives. In this research, the notion of interaction profiles is used to model the interactivity in asynchronous forums. The quantitative data derived from the model reveals the intensity of interaction and thus provides early warning messages or facilitation strategies for moderators. The proposed model can be used to monitor asynchronous discussion forums in real time. Our goal is to embed such functions in learning management systems (LMSs) in order to improve the efficiency and quality of online asynchronous instruction.

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  1. Dept. of Management and Information, National Open University, 172 Chung-Cheng Road, Lu Chow, 24702, New Taipei City, Taiwan, R.O.C.

    Cheng-Huang Yen

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  1. Caritas Institute of Higher Education, 18, Chui Ling Road, Tseung Kwan O, Hong Kong, China

    Reggie Kwan

  2. Department of Computer Science, City University of Hong Kong, 83, Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong, China

    Joseph Fong  & Lam-for Kwok  & 

  3. Centre for Cyber Learning, School of Professional and Continuing Education, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China

    Jeanne Lam

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Yen, CH. (2011). An Analytic Study and Modeling of Online Asynchronous Instruction via the Notion of Interaction Profiles. In: Kwan, R., Fong, J., Kwok, Lf., Lam, J. (eds) Hybrid Learning. ICHL 2011. Lecture Notes in Computer Science, vol 6837. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-22763-9_31

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