Today’s pick is… Evaluation of Evidence-Based Practices in Online Learning This  is the report of  a  A Meta -Analysis and Review of Online Learning Studies. A Meta-analysis is described in the report as “… a technique for combining the results of multiple experiments or quasi-experiments to obtain a composite estimate of the size of the […]

Today’s pick is… Investigating the Language and Literacy Skills required for independent online learning (2008) prepared by Heidi Silver-Pacuilla for the National Institute for Literacy (NIFL) i the United States An examination of the “threshold” levels of literacy and language proficiency needed  to used the internet for independent learning.  The study drew data from three […]

Today’s pick is…. Researching Online Learning with Adult Literacies Learners in Scotland (2009) This is an examination of the current use of online and blended learning  in adult literacy programs in Scotland.  Recognizing that the terminology often used in relation to the use of technology in teaching and learning the study provides very useful definitions […]

Today’s pick is…. Virtual learning environments: An evaluation of their development (2009) A study of Virtual Learning Environments in the U.K.    We know them better in Canada as Learning Management Systems such as Moodle. The study looked at VLEs  in 18 colleges, six primary and 2 secondary schools, 3 workplace programs and 3 adult […]

Here is a link to an essential resource developed by Sue Folinsbee for the College Sector Committee in Ontario. Online Learning for Adults: Factors that Contribute to Success is an up-to-the minute literature review including a very useful section of effective practices and a very current bibiography – this is a “must read” for all […]

“Online learning is growing because of increased demand, high accessibility, lower participant costs, high flexibility and other factors. Technology is continuously evolving and is providing new and effective methods for online learning and collaboration.” This is a quote from the  Trends  in Online Learning section of the Getting Online web site the latest product of […]