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Jesslyn N Farros1, Lesley A Shawler1, Ksenia S Gatzunis1
1The Institute for Behavioral Studies, Endicott College, Beverly, MA USA.
Journal of Behavioral Education
|November 11, 2020
Summary
Synchronous discussions enhance online learning more than asynchronous ones in master's level applied behavior analysis courses. This research identifies effective online learning strategies for improved student outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Online Education
- Educational Technology
- Applied Behavior Analysis
Background:
- Online learning has surged, especially post-COVID-19, with millions of students enrolled.
- Despite prevalence, research on effective online learning components is limited.
- Existing studies often lack comparative analysis of different online learning modalities.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the effectiveness of synchronous versus asynchronous discussion formats in online master's level applied behavior analysis courses.
- To identify key components that improve student outcomes in online learning environments.
- To contribute empirical data to the field of online education effectiveness.
Main Methods:
- The study compared synchronous and asynchronous discussion formats within an asynchronous online master's level applied behavior analysis course.
- Student outcomes were measured to assess the impact of different discussion modalities.
- The research focused on a specific discipline to provide targeted insights.
Main Results:
- Preliminary findings suggest that synchronous discussions may yield better student outcomes compared to asynchronous ones in this specific context.
- The study highlights the importance of discussion format in online learning effectiveness.
- Further analysis is needed to fully understand the nuances of each modality.
Conclusions:
- The choice of discussion format significantly impacts student engagement and outcomes in online learning.
- Synchronous discussions appear to be a more effective strategy for this particular master's program.
- Future research should explore these findings across different disciplines and online learning platforms.
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