UTILIZING AN ONLINE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT: MAIN STRATEGIES AND ENABLERS

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Focusing on the technology integration process can offer another perspective and a contribution towards understanding the related factors and strategies of utilization of technology for instruction. The purpose of this study was to understand how a computer science teacher utilized an online learning environment and to reveal possible strategies and enablers of utilization process. The online learning environment was developed taking into account the activities outlined in the curriculum. Purposive sampling technique was used as qualitative research paradigm. In line with the purpose of the study, a computer teacher was selected as the sample target because a computer teacher had no problems in access to technology, knowledge about the use of information and communication technologies, and been trained on the field of instructional technologies. The data of the study was collected with a semi-structured interview form developed by the researchers. Results showed that the teacher utilized the online learning environment for preparing and supporting classroom instruction. During the utilization process activities, demonstrations, discussions, content explanations and evaluations were frequently used. Use of the online learning environment enabled the teacher spare much time for dealing with students individually, provide alternative information source and increase students’ interest towards lessons. The teacher perceived that his students became aware of responsibility for their own learning, became aware that information can be accessed from other sources and were much active and participated more to the lessons.

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Online learning environment , instructional process , technology integration , computer science education

Abant İzzet Baysal Üniversitesi Eğitim Fakültesi Dergisi

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Abant İzzet Baysal Üniversitesi Eğitim Fakültesi Dergisi