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Page 1: Motivation in Online Education

Maggie Hartnett

Motivation in Online Education

Springer

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Contents

1 Introduction 1 1.1 Background 1 1.2 Research Issues 2 References 2

2 The Importance of Motivation in Online Learning 5 2.1 Motivation and Online Education 5 2.2 Online Learning 6

2.2.1 Definition 6 2.2.2 Learner Autonomy and Control in Online Learning 7 2.2.3 Contemporary Theories of Learning 8 2.2.4 The Role of Interaction in Online Learning 10

2.3 Motivation to Learn in Online Environments 12 2.3.1 What is Motivation? 13 2.3.2 Why is Motivation Important? 13 2.3.3 Motivation, the Learning Environment and the Learner . . . 14

2.4 Self-determination Theory as a Framework for Studying Online Motivation 20

2.5 Summary 23 References 24

3 The Case Studies 33 3.1 Background to the Study 33 3.2 The Nature of Motivation 36

3.2.1 Case Study 1 36 3.2.2 Case Study 2 39 3.2.3 Comparing the Cases 42

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3.3 Influences on Motivation 43 3.3.1 Autonomy 43 3.3.2 Competence 59 3.3.3 Relationships 69

3.4 Summary 74 References 74

4 What Do the Case Studies Tell Us About Motivation? 77 4.1 Introduction 77 4.2 The Nature of Motivation 78

4.2.1 Motivation Is Affected by Context 78 4.2.2 Different Types of Motivation Co-Exist

in a Complex Mix 80 4.3 Supportive Motivational Influences 81

4.3.1 The Role of Teachers 82 4.3.2 Learning Activities 86 4.3.3 Other Learners 91

4.4 Undermining Motivational Influences 96 4.4.1 The Role of Teachers 96 4.4.2 Learning Activities 98 4.4.3 Other Learners 105

4.5 Summary 108 References 109

5 Motivation Guidelines for Teachers, Designers and Learners 115 5.1 What Teachers Can Do to Support the Motivation

of Online Learners 116 5.1.1 Autonomy Support 116 5.1.2 Competence Support 118 5.1.3 Relatedness Support 119

5.2 What Designers Can Do to Help Support Learner Motivation . . . . 120 5.2.1 Autonomy Support 120 5.2.2 Competence Support 121 5.2.3 Relatedness Support 122

5.3 Knowing What Helps—Motivation Guidelines When Working with Other Learners 123 5.3.1 Autonomy Support 123 5.3.2 Competence Support 124 5.3.3 Relatedness Support 125

References 126

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6 Concluding Remarks 127 6.1 Conclusions 127

6.1.1 Motivation to Learn Online is Complex, Multidimensional and Situation-Dependent 128

6.1.2 Social and Contextual Factors Influence the Motivation Experienced by Online Learners 129

6.2 Future Directions 131 6.3 Final Thoughts 132 References 133

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J. Michael Spector • M. David Merrill Jan Elen-MJ. Bishop Editors

Handbook of Research on Educational Communications and Technology

Fourth Edition

4ll Springer

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Section I Foundations J. Michael Spector and M. David Merrill

1 Bridging Learning Theories and Technology-Enhanced Environments: A Critical Appraisal of Its History 3 Joost Lowyck

2 Research Paradigms and Perspectives on Learning 21 Jeroen J.G. van Merrienboer and Anique B.H. de Bruin

3 Research-Based Instructional Perspectives 31 Gary R. Morrison and Steven M. Ross

4 Cousins but Not Twins: Instructional Design and Human Performance Technology in the Workplace 39 Wellesley R. Foshay, Steven W. Villachica, and Donald A. Stepich

5 Implications of Neuroimaging for Educational Research 51 Pavlo D. Antonenko, Tamara van Gog, and Fred Paas

6 Emotions and Motivation in Learning and Performance 65 ChanMin Kim and Reinhard Pekrun

7 Instructional Design Models 77 Robert Maribe Branch and Theodore J. Kopcha

8 The Impact of Technology and Theory on Instructional Design Since 2000 89 Scott Joseph Warren, Jennifer Lee, and Anjum Najmi

9 The Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge Framework 101 Matthew J. Koehler, Punya Mishra, Kristen Kereluik, Tae Seob Shin, and Charles R. Graham

10 Ethics of Educational Technology 113 Stephanie L. Moore and James B. Ellsworth

Section II Methods Jan Elen and M.J. Bishop

11 Educational Design Research 131 Susan McKenney and Thomas C. Reeves

12 Design and Development Research 141 Rita C. Richey and James D. Klein

13 Practices and Potential of Activity Theory for Educational Technology Research 151 Turkan Karakus

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14 Action Research for Educational Communications and Technology 161 Meghan McGlinn Manfra and Daniel Kelvin Bullock

15 Trends and Issues in Qualitative Research Methods 173 Marcia A. Mardis, Ellen S. Hoffman, and Peter J. Rich

16 Program and Project Evaluation 195 J. Michael Spector

17 Tools for Analyzing Quantitative Data 203 Gerald A. Knezek and Rhonda Christensen

18 Tools for Analyzing Qualitative Data: The History and Relevance of Qualitative Data Analysis Software 221 Linda S. Gilbert, Kristi Jackson, and Silvana di Gregorio

Section ID Assessment and Evaluation J. Michael Spector and M. David Merrill

19 Assessing the Costs and Benefits of Educational Technology 239 Thomas F. Luschei

20 Planning a Program Evaluation: Matching Methodology to Program Status 249 Jennifer Hamilton and Jill Feldman

21 Perspectives on Assessment of Educational Technologies for Informal Learning 257 Wilhelmina C. Savenye

22 Assessing Problem Solving 269 David H. Jonassen

23 Model-Based Tools for Knowledge Assessment 289 Dirk Ifenthaler and Pablo Pirnay-Dummer

24 Performance Assessment: Something Old, Something New 303 Dee H. Andrews and Wallace H. Wulfeck II

25 Formative and Stealth Assessment 311 Valerie J. Shute and Yoon Jeon Kim

26 Evaluation of ICT Competencies 323 Agustin Tristan-Lopez and Miguel Angel Yhzaliturri-Salcedo

27 Data-Driven Decision Making in the K-12 Classroom 337 Trent E. Kaufman, Charles R. Graham, Anthony G. Picciano, J. Aaron Popham, and David Wiley

Section IV General Instructional Strategies Jan Elen and M.J. Bishop

28 The Presence of Culture in Learning 349 Patricia A. Young

29 Learning Ability Development in Flexible Learning Environments 363 Saskia Brand-Gruwel, Liesbeth Kester, Wendy Kicken, and Paul A. Kirschner

30 Instructional Message Design: Past, Present, and Future Relevance 373 M.J. Bishop

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31 Multimedia Instruction 385 Richard E. Mayer

32 Authentic Learning Environments 401 Jan Herrington, Thomas C. Reeves, and Ron Oliver

33 Feedback Models for Learning, Teaching and Performance 413 Elizabeth K. Molloy and David Boud

34 Advanced Technologies for Personalized Learning, Instruction, and Performance 425 Mieke Vandewaetere and Geraldine Clarebout

35 Computer-Supported Collaborative Learning: Instructional Approaches, Group Processes and Educational Designs 439 Peter Goodyear, Chris Jones, and Kate Thompson

36 Inquiry Learning 453 Ard W. Lazonder

37 Model-Based Learning and Performance 465 Norbert M. Seel

38 Game-Based Learning 485 Sigmund Tobias, J. Dexter Fletcher, and Alexander P. Wind

39 Scaffolding: Definition, Current Debates, and Future Directions 505 Brian R. Belland

40 Support Device Usage 519 Geraldine Clarebout, Jan Elen, Lai Jiang, Griet Lust, and Norma A. Juarez Collazo

Section V Domain-Specific Strategies and Models M. David Merrill and Jan Elen

41 Technology-Enhanced, Modeling-Based Instruction (TMBI) in Science Education 529 Ji Shen, Jing Lei, Hsin-Yi Chang, and Bahadir Namdar

42 Cognitive Task Analysis for Expert-Based Instruction in Healthcare 541 Richard Clark

43 Mathematics Education 553 Lieven Verschaffel and Brian Greer

44 Innovation and Research on Engineering Education 565 Erik de Graaff and Anette Kolmos

45 Educational Technology in Social Studies Education 573 Timothy Green, Jennifer Ponder, and Loretta Donovan

46 Visual Arts Education 583 Barbara B. Lockee and Feihong Wang

47 Technologies That Support Students' Literacy Development 591 Carol McDonald Connor, Susan R. Goldman, and Barry Fishman

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Section VI Design, Planning, and Implementation J. Michael Spector and M. David Merrill

48 Instructional Design Models 607 Andrew S. Gibbons, Elizabeth Boling, and Kennon M. Smith

49 Change Agency in Learning, Instruction, and Performance 617 Michael Ramon Savoy and Alison A. Carr-Chellman

50 Policies Governing Educational Technology Practice and Research 627 Phillip Harris and Donovan R. Walling

51 Student-Centered, Open Learning Environments: Research, Theory, and Practice 641 Michael J. Hannafin, Janette R. Hill, Susan M. Land, and Eunbae Lee

52 Preparing Instructional Designers: Traditional and Emerging Perspectives 653 Monica W. Tracey and Elizabeth Boling

53 Technology-Based Instructional Design: Evolution and Major Trends 661 Gilbert Paquette

Section VII Emerging Technologies MJ. Bishop and Jan Elen

54 Advancing Children's Engineering Through Desktop Manufacturing 675 Glen Bull, Jennifer Chiu, Robert Berry, Hod Lipson, and Charles Xie

55 Supporting Learning with Interactive Surfaces and Spaces 689 Michael A. Evans and Jochen Rick

56 Smart Toy Based Learning 703 Kursat Cagiltay, Nuri Kara, and Cansu Cigdem Aydin

57 e-Books for Educational Uses 713 Ann-Louise Davidson and Saul Carliner

58 Situated Learning in Virtual Worlds and Immersive Simulations 723 Lisa Dawley and Chris Dede

59 Augmented Reality Teaching and Learning 735 Matt Dunleavy and Chris Dede

60 Web 2.0 Applications and Practices for Learning Through Collaboration 747 Yu-Chang Hsu, Yu-Hui Ching, and Barbara L. Grabowski

61 Pedagogical Agents 759 George Veletsianos and Gregory S. Russell

62 Adaptive Technologies 771 Sabine Graf and Kinshuk

63 Open Educational Resources: A Review of the Literature 781 David Wiley, T.J. Bliss, and Mary McEwen

64 Enhancing Learning with Visualization Techniques 791 Joris Klerkx, Katrien Verbert, and Erik Duval

65 Emerging Representation Technologies for Problem Solving 809 Ton de Jong

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Section VIII Technology Integration MJ. Bishop and J. Michael Spector

66 Generational Differences and the Integration of Technology in Learning, Instruction, and Performance 819 Eunjung Oh and Thomas C. Reeves

67 Measuring Technology Readiness and Skills 829 Rhonda Christensen and Gerald A. Knezek

68 Technology Integration in Schools 841 Randall S. Davies and Richard E. West

69 Synthesis of Recent Literature on Educational Technologies in Medical Curricula 855 Tiffany A. Koszalka, John W. Epling, and Jennifer Lynn Reece-Barnes

70 Technology Integration in Multicultural Settings 867 Konrad Morgan

Section IX A Look Forward M. David Merrill and Jan Elen

71 The Philosophy of Science and Educational Technology Research 875 Sebnem Cilesiz and J. Michael Spector

72 ICT in Developing Countries: Policies, Implementation, and Impact 885 Robert B. Kozma and Wayan Surya Vota

73 Prospects for Instructional Design and Teacher Education 895 Ellen S. Hoffman

74 Fostering Relevant Research on Educational Communications and Technology 909 Martin Oliver

Epilogue 919

About the Authors 925

Glossary 953

Index 965