What type of learning style leads to online participation in the mixed-mode e-learning environment? A study of software usage instruction
Computers & EducationPublished 14 August 2011
Eugenia Y. Huang, Sheng Lin, Travis K. Huang
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The results show that the sensory/intuitive dimension of learning style predicts learning performance indirectly through the mediation of online participation, however, other types of learning styles do not affect online participation.
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Learning style is traditionally assumed to be a predictor of learning performance, yet few studies have identified the mediating and moderating effects between the two. This study extends previous research by proposing and testing a model that examines the mediating processes in the relationship between learning style and e-learning performance and the moderating effects of prior knowledge. The results show that the sensory/intuitive dimension of learning style predicts learning performance indirectly through the mediation of online participation. However, other types of learning styles do not affect online participation. Sensory students demonstrate a higher level and intuitive students a lower level of online participation. Prior knowledge plays an important role as a moderator between online participation and learning performance. This study was conducted in the context of software usage instruction using empirical data from 219 undergraduate students.
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