Learning Together Online: Research on Asynchronous Learning Networks (Hardcover)

Contents: Preface. Part I: Foundations of Research on Learning Networks. S.R. Hiltz, R. Goldman, What Are Asynchronous Learning Networks? R. Benbunan-Fich, S.R. Hiltz, L. Harasim, The Online Interaction Learning Model: An Integrated Theoretical Framework for Learning Networks. J. Fjermestad, S.R. Hiltz, Y. Zhang, Effectiveness for Students: Comparisons of "In-Seat" and ALN Courses. J.B. Arbaugh, S.R. Hiltz, Improving Quantitative Research on ALN Effectiveness. R. Goldman, M. Crosby, K. Swan, P. Shea, Qualitative and Quisitive Research Methods for Describing Online Learning. Part II: Learning Networks: What We Know and What We Need to Know. J.B. Arbaugh, R. Benbunan-Fich, Contextual Factors That Influence ALN Effectiveness. S.R. Hiltz, P. Shea, The Student in the Online Classroom. C. Dzuiban, P. Shea, J.B. Arbaugh, Faculty Roles and Satisfaction in Asynchronous Learning Networks. M. Alavi, D. Dufner, Technology-Mediated Collaborative Learning: A Research Perspective. R.E. Rice, S.R. Hiltz, D.H. Spencer, Media Mixes and Learning Networks. K. Swan, P. Shea, The Development of Virtual Learning Communities. R. Goldman, S.R. Hiltz, Asynchronous Learning Networks: Looking Back and Looking Forward.