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The Efficacy of Case Method Teaching in an Online Asynchronous Learning Environment

The Efficacy of Case Method Teaching in an Online Asynchronous Learning Environment

Charlie C. Chen, Rong-An Shang, Albert Harris
Copyright: © 2006 |Volume: 4 |Issue: 2 |Pages: 15
ISSN: 1539-3100|EISSN: 1539-3119|ISSN: 1539-3100|EISBN13: 9781615202348|EISSN: 1539-3119|DOI: 10.4018/jdet.2006040106
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Chen, Charlie C., et al. "The Efficacy of Case Method Teaching in an Online Asynchronous Learning Environment." IJDET vol.4, no.2 2006: pp.72-86. http://doi.org/10.4018/jdet.2006040106

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Chen, C. C., Shang, R., & Harris, A. (2006). The Efficacy of Case Method Teaching in an Online Asynchronous Learning Environment. International Journal of Distance Education Technologies (IJDET), 4(2), 72-86. http://doi.org/10.4018/jdet.2006040106

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Chen, Charlie C., Rong-An Shang, and Albert Harris. "The Efficacy of Case Method Teaching in an Online Asynchronous Learning Environment," International Journal of Distance Education Technologies (IJDET) 4, no.2: 72-86. http://doi.org/10.4018/jdet.2006040106

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Abstract

Case method teaching is a method of instruction that can improve the cognitive learning process. This method is used extensively in face-to-face classes. However, when it is applied to a distance education class in an online asynchronous environment, learning outcomes may differ. This article reports on a study that compares the use of case method teaching in face-to-face and online asynchronous environments. Four hypotheses on student performance were proposed. Correlation analysis supported all of the hypotheses. Other interesting findings regarding online learning also were reported as a result of the data analysis. Overall, an online asynchronous environment can promote students’ participation in certain cases; however, cognitive learning gains do not seem to be as high as in the face-to-face environment. With distance education becoming more prevalent, this is a rich area for future research.

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