20100926 - Goode, Evaluating Quality, Usability & Potential Effectiveness of Online Learning Modules...

Evaluating the quality, usability, and potential effectiveness of online learning modules: A case study of teaching with technology grant recipients at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville by Goode, Christina M., Ed.D., The University of Tennessee, 2003 , 74 pages; AAT 3119283 My Interest: 1) How she evaluated Quality, Usability, Potential Effectiveness. 2) Usability issues. 3) Issues related to pedagogy, instructional design. Action: To read specific parts of the Dissertation in future. Motivation Online learning has become an ever-increasing means of acquiring knowledge. As educational institutions worldwide are trying to keep pace with the demand, faculty are being urged or mandated to move their curriculum online. Research Goal This research addressed * selected factors involved in developing quality and effective instruction, and * how these factors can be applied to the development of quality learning modules that are usable and effective in online teaching and learning. Specific emphasis was given to the pedagogical, instructional design, and developmental support issues involved in developing online learning modules. Methodology Online learning modules (11) submitted in fulfillment of the Innovative Technology Center's 2001 Teaching with Technology Grant were evaluated on quality, usability, and potential effectiveness as a teaching tool. Comments: Methodology was clearly stated in this Abstract. Results Discussion Independent reviewers were in agreement that overall, the modules met the criteria for being quality, and usable online learning modules. However, the reviewers agreed that six (55%) modules did not meet the criteria for potential effectiveness as a teaching tool. In fact, the reviewers were in agreement on the recommendation of only four (36%) modules as effective teaching tools. The developers' agreed as well that overall, their modules rated lower (satisfactory) on potential effectiveness than quality or usability. Recommendation Recommendations for factors to consider in developing online learning modules are provided as well as recommendations for further research. Comments: Softcopy Dissertation is scanned version; cannot copy and paste; difficult to blog about it.

Oct 22 - Dissertations...Mobile Learning, E-Learning Effectiveness, Learner Satisfaction, Online Learning Usability, Mobile Application Usability

Keywords searched:
1 Mobile Learning
2 E-Learning Effectiveness
3 Learner Satisfaction
4 Online Learning Usability
5 Mobile Application Usability
6 E-Learning (to be continued...)

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Abitt, Jason T. The Development of an Evaluation Framework for a Web-Based Course Management System in Higher Education. [Dissertation, PhD] University of Idaho. May 2005.

Colbry, Kathleen Tamara Luchini. Design Guidelines for Developing Scaffolded, Handheld Software to Support Learners during Science Inquiry. [Dissertation, PhD (Computer Science & Engineering)] The University of Michigan. 2005.

Elshair, Hanan M. The Strategies Used By Students To Read Educational Websites and Their Relation to Website Usability and Text Design. [dissertation, Doctor of Education] University of Pittsburgh. 2002.

Esch, Thomas J. E-Learning Effectiveness: An Examination of Online Training Methods for Training End-Users of New Technology Systems. [Dissertation, PhD in Business Administration] Touro University International. April 2003.

Ezzedine, Shadi Najib. Design Guidelines for Wireless Distributed Learning at Royal Roads University. [Thesis, M.A. in Distributed Learning] Royal Roads University. Nov 18, 2003.

Friend, Jean Rose. Website Usefulness for Third Agers: A Case Study of Older Adults and Senior Related Websites. [Dissertation, PhD] University of Virginia. Jan 2001.

Gamble, Angela L. The Effectiveness of E-Learning in a Multicultural Environment. [Dissertation, PhD] Capella University. Jan 2009.

Goode, Christina M. Evaluating the Quality, Usability, and Potential Effectiveness of Online Learning Modules: A Case Study of Teaching with Technology Grant Recipients at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. [Dissertation, Doctor of Education] The University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Dec 2003.

Harmons, Eric M. A Usability Study of A Post-Conference Online Self-Assessment Program for Healthcare Professionals. [Thesis, M.A.] Texas Woman's University, Denton, Texas. Aug 2005.

Karlson, Amy Kathleen. Interface and Interaction Design for One-Handed Mobile Computing. [Dissertation, PhD] University of Maryland, College Park. 2007.

Lai, Horng-Ji. Evaluation of WWW On-Line Courseware Usability. [Dissertation, PhD] University of Idaho. May 2004.

Lavoie, Marie-Claude. Enabling Contextual MLearning: Design Recommendations for a Context-Appropriate User Interface Enabling Mobile Learning. [Thesis, M.A. (Educational Technology)] Concordia University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Jan 2007.

Lee, Kwang Bok. The Design and Development of User Interfaces for Small Screen Computers. [Thesis, PhD] Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, New York. June 2003.

Mendoza, Valerie Nicole Duran. Usability of Technology: The Causes and Levels of Frustration Over Time. [Thesis, M.Sc.] The University of Texas at El Paso. July 2005.

Morales-Morell, Anibal. Usability Aspects of A Location-Aware ToDo List Application. [Thesis, M.Sc. in Computer Engineering] University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez. 2000.

O'Dell, Toni. Generational Differences in Satisfaction with E-Learning in A Corporate-Learning Environment. [Dissertation, Doctor of Education] University of Houston. May 2009.

Pestina, Simona. Development Frameworks for Mobile/Wireless User Interface: A Comparative Study. [Thesis, Master of Computer Science] Concordia University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada. March 2002.

Platt, Jeffrey Lynn. The Efficacy of An Electronic Performance Support System as a Training Tool for Online Faculty. [Dissertation, PhD] Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa. 2008.