Abstract
Purpose: The study has evaluated the effectiveness of online discussion forums among the students of Abu Dhabi University, UAE. Results: The results have shown strong association between positive learning experience and frequency of student participation in discussion forums. However, no statistical significance (p-value=0.306) has been observed among online forums and age of the participants for developing critical thinking skills. Moreover, a significant difference has been identified in students' participation on the effectiveness of online discussion (p-value=0.000). Conclusion: It is concluded that online discussion forums serve as an efficient and effective tool for interaction among the participants.
Highlights
Learning process through a variety of sources has gained significance with prominence in digital modalities
Scope of the Study The current study focuses on how learners, at the Abu Dhabi University, perceive these discussion forums and to what extent they have really benefited, whether perceived or real, from these institutionalized forums? This study aims to explore how teaching has adapted to the modern styles and enhanced the teaching learning process
Research Design As the study primarily focuses on identifying the perception of students towards learning through online discussion forums, quantitative research design has-been opted for the investigation
Summary
Learning process through a variety of sources has gained significance with prominence in digital modalities. One such source is the online learning process that is known to be delivered through a range of mediums including virtual learning courses, educational websites, digital library, and books, etc. All these mediums provide accessibility to learning materials, as well as help in improving the process of teaching and learning (Hershkovitz & Nachmias, 2009; Waters & Russel, 2016). Introduction of technology and internet has provided new methods for teaching and learning.
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