Socialization in the "Virtual Hallway": Instant Messaging in the Asynchronous Web-Based Distance Education Classroom.
Overview & Synopsis
Examined differences in communication between masters degree students at Syracuse University who used instant messaging (IM) services and those who did not in the same asynchronous distance education Web-based course. Results showed that students who used IM found it easier to communicate and felt a stronger sense of community. (Author/LRW)
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Document Information
| Document Title | Socialization in the "Virtual Hallway": Instant Messaging in the Asynchronous Web-Based Distance Education Classroom. |
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| Author / Organization | Nicholson, Scott |
| Subject & Discipline | Computer Mediated Communication, Distance Education, Higher Education |
| Categories | Education & Pedagogy |
| Publication Year | 2002 |
| License / Rights | Public Domain / Open Access Educational Resource |
| Resource Verification | Listed PDF (Verification Pending) |
| Original Host Website |
ERIC (Education Resources)
(eric.ed.gov)
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| File Format | application/pdf (Portable Document Format) |
| Language | EN |
| Catalog ID | DOC-218139 |
| Original Source Link | Visit Source Page on eric.ed.gov » |