A case study in enhancing analytical preparedness through education technology. (2015)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Valentine, Scott Victor; Kooperberg, Ronaye; Bateman, Tim
• Is Part Of: International journal of teaching and case studies. Volume 6:Number 2(2015)
• Page Start: 157
• Page End: 169
• Publication Date: 2015
• Subjects: online discussion boards -- educational technology -- instructional design -- case study -- analytical learning -- student preparedness -- higher education -- institutional barriers -- online assessment; Teaching -- Periodicals; 371.10205
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1749-9151

Abstract

This paper critically analyses an actual case involving the design of an online discussion board intended to foster analytical learning preparedness. The goal of the study was to consider how instructional design theory could be applied to foster a more effective design. The conclusion highlights how user training, enhanced instructor engagement, strategic design of discussion questions, devolving responsibility to learners and adopting clear evaluation strategies can significantly improve the efficacy of the technology.