Systematic reviews of literature are studies that strategically search for published research
on a specific topic in order to synthesize what is known about the topic. This systematic …

Among the top cited articles there are strong similarities in blended learning research
processes, practice, terminology, and focus. The goal of this research was to discover and …

The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of learner-learner interactions on
students' perceived learning, achievement, and satisfaction in an online undergraduate …

We investigated activity-level student engagement in blended learning classes at the
university level. We used intensive longitudinal methodology to collect activity level …

While e-learning is increasingly being adopted, the issue of e-learning continuous usage
has been an important task both in practice and in academia. Grounded in social exchange …

Background Since the introduction of the e-learning electrocardiogram (ECG) course 'ECG
Online'into the curriculum at the University of Ulm, a small but relatively constant number of …

Interaction is a recurrent theme in the literature on distance education. Much of the research
along these lines is dedicated to reciprocal interpersonal interaction, that is, learner–learner …

The EDUCAUSE Center for Analysis and Research (ECAR) has conducted research on
undergraduate students and information technology since 2004. Given that undergraduate …

Most online courses rely solely on asynchronous text-based online communication. This
type of communication can foster anytime, anywhere reflection, critical thinking, and deep …

Early-warning intervention for students at risk of failing their online courses is increasingly
important for higher education institutions. Students who show high levels of engagement …