Social Presence and Online Learning: A Review of Research

This article traces the evolution of the construct of social presence, focusing on its definition and conceptualization within online learning. The review here categorizes the research into three "eras" through which the history and evaluation of social presence can be summarized. The revi...

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Published inInternational journal of e-learning & distance education Vol. 25; no. 3; p. 1
Main Authors Oztok, Murat, Brett, Clare
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Ottawa Canadian Network for Innovation in Education 01.09.2011
Subjects
Computer Mediated Communication
Constructivism (Learning)
Distance learning
Educational Environment
Electronic Learning
Fundamental Concepts
Interpersonal Relationship
Online instruction
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Resistance (Psychology)
Social Behavior
Sociology
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Summary:This article traces the evolution of the construct of social presence, focusing on its definition and conceptualization within online learning. The review here categorizes the research into three "eras" through which the history and evaluation of social presence can be summarized. The review reveals three fundamental concepts that are consistently emphasized in the research on social presence. The idea of social presence has long informed what is currently considered good practice in online learning. Yet, questions exist regarding how it can best be measured or conceptualized, and its relationship with learning outcomes remains unclear. [PUBLICATION ABSTRACT]
ISSN:2292-8588