Building an Inclusive Definition of E-Learning: An Approach to the Conceptual Framework

Autor/inn/en	Sangra, Albert; Vlachopoulos, Dimitrios; Cabrera, Nati
Titel	Building an Inclusive Definition of E-Learning: An Approach to the Conceptual Framework
Quelle	In: International Review of Research in Open and Distance Learning, 13 (2012) 2, S.145-159 (15 Seiten)Infoseite zur Zeitschrift PDF als Volltext kostenfreie Datei Verfügbarkeit
Sprache	englisch
Dokumenttyp	gedruckt; online; Zeitschriftenaufsatz
ISSN	1492-3831
Schlagwörter	Electronic Learning; Educational Technology; Distance Education; Expertise; Intellectual Disciplines; Definitions; Group Unity; Delphi Technique; Computer Uses in Education; Electronic Publishing + Suchen Sie Ihr Suchwort? Unterrichtsmedien; Distance study; Distance learning; Fernunterricht; Expert appraisal; Geisteswissenschaften; Begriffsbestimmung; Gruppenidentität; Delphi-Methode; Computernutzung; Elektronisches Publizieren
Abstract	E-learning is part of the new dynamic that characterises educational systems at the start of the 21st century. Like society, the concept of e-learning is subject to constant change. In addition, it is difficult to come up with a single definition of e-learning that would be accepted by the majority of the scientific community. The different understandings of e learning are conditioned by particular professional approaches and interests. An international project, based on the participation of experts around the world, was undertaken to agree on a definition of e-learning. To this end, two main research activities were carried out. First, an extensive review was conducted of the literature on the concept of e-learning, drawing from peer-reviewed journals, specialised web pages, and books. Second, a Delphi survey was sent out to gather the opinions of recognised experts in the field of education and technology regarding the concept of e-learning with a view to reaching a final consensus. This paper presents the outcomes of the project, which has resulted in an inclusive definition of e-learning subject to a high degree of consensus that will provide a useful conceptual framework to further identify the different models in which e-learning is developed and practiced. (Contains 1 table and 2 figures.) (As Provided).
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Update	2017/4/10