Creating appropriate online learning environments for female health professionals

In this study, the experiences of seven female health professionals learning online are examined and, in this context, the implications for online course designs and future research are discussed. The instruments of data collection include individual telephone interviews, journals written by the par...

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Published in:Canadian journal of learning and technology 2006-01, Vol.32 (1), p.51
Main Authors: Pinheiro, Marise, Campbell, Katy, Hirst, Sandra, Krupa, Eugene
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Allied Health Personnel
Barriers
Canada
Coding
Communication Strategies
Communities of Practice
Distance learning
Education
Electronic Mail
Females
Foreign Countries
Geographic Location
Graduate Students
Graduate studies
Interaction
Interviews
Journal Writing
Learning problems
Learning strategies
Masters Programs
Mentors
Online Courses
Online instruction
Qualitative Research
Questionnaires
Scheduling
Self Esteem
Student Attitudes
Studies
Teacher Student Relationship
Teaching Methods
Theory Practice Relationship
Women
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Summary:In this study, the experiences of seven female health professionals learning online are examined and, in this context, the implications for online course designs and future research are discussed. The instruments of data collection include individual telephone interviews, journals written by the participants during online courses, and e-mails exchanged by the participants and researcher. The principles of qualitative research are integrated into the process of collecting and analyzing the data. Participants identified lack of face-to-face interaction and overload of work as major challenges to learning online. Increase in confidence and the opportunity to belong to a community of learners were cited as rewards of learning online. In addition, the participants identified preferences for contextual and experiential learning, and for learning environments that foster collaboration. Participants agree that interacting with other classmates, building local support, and developing a mentoring relationship with instructors are key aspects of a successful learning experience.
ISSN:1499-6677
1499-6685
DOI:10.21432/T2130B