Online learning: Learner characteristics and their approaches to managing learning |
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| Authors: | Rodrigo del Valle and Thomas M Duffy |
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| Institution: | (1) Universidad Católica de Temuco, Montt 56, Casilla 15D, Temuco, Chile;(2) Learning Sciences, Indiana University, Bloomington, USA |
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| Abstract: | Using cluster analysis this study investigated the characteristics of learning strategies learners use in online courses with
one-on-one mentoring. Three distinct approaches were identified: “Mastery oriented”, “Task focused” and “Minimalist in effort”.
Despite the widespread concern that students will have difficulty managing their time in online courses with high level of
student freedom, this study found that the vast majority of learners were very effective in their learning strategies. The
findings speak well for the potential of distance education environments to provide high quality self-paced learning, accommodating
different learning strategies, which is difficult to do in group-paced courses. We further explored how these approaches relate
to and interact with, participants’ background and their levels of satisfaction and self reported learning. |
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| Keywords: | Learning strategies Online learning Online professional development Distance education Learner characteristics Cluster analysis Problem based learning |
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