Examining self-regulated learning through a social networking ePortfolio in higher education. (23rd August 2019)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Alexiou, Aikaterini; Paraskeva, Fotini
• Is Part Of: International journal of learning technology. Volume 14:Number 2(2019)
• Page Start: 162
• Page End: 192
• Publication Date: 2019-08-23
• Subjects: self-regulated learning -- SRL -- SRL models -- SRL processes -- ePortfolio -- academic performance -- higher education -- undergraduate students; Learning -- Periodicals; Instructional systems -- Periodicals; 371.3
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1477-8386

Abstract

The use of social media applications can have negative effects on performance and as a result the need for interventions supporting learners to self-monitor, manage technology use and academic performance is pressing. The main focus of this research is the implementation of an ePortfolio through a course in higher education for empowering students to manage their academic path. An ePortfolio, as a dynamic social networking tool, was developed along the lines of self-regulated learning (SRL) with the aim of influencing student's self-regulatory capacity. To satisfy the purpose of the study a paired-samples t-test and correlations were employed to explore statistical differences on the levels of SRL processes. The findings reveal that there is a significant increase on the means across SRL processes. Future research needs to explore SRL effects on learning in the context of an ePortfolio using a set of assessment tools for capturing learning outcomes with greater precision.