Internet Learning Volume 3, Number 1, Spring 2014 | Page 126

Internet Learning
Clear standards are set for instructor availability (office hours, 2 2.16 0.83
etc.)
“Self-check” or practice assignments are provided, and I am 2 2.08 0.87
provided with timely feedback.
Minimum preparation or prerequisite knowledge I need to 1 2.08 0.82
succeed in the course is clearly stated.
The course design takes full advantage of available tools and 1 2.06 0.85
media.
Course includes or links to a clear description of the technical 2 2.05 0.83
support offered to me.
The tools and media used support the achievement of the stated 3 2.05 0.83
course and module/unit learning objectives.
A statement introduces me to the purpose of the course and its 3 2.04 0.83
components.
The learning activities promote the achievement of the stated 3 2.01 0.78
course and module/unit learning objectives.
Minimum technical skills expected of me are clearly stated. 1 1.99 0.87
Learning activities encourage me to interact with content in the 3 1.96 0.82
course.
The instructor introduces her- or himself. 1 1.91 0.87
The course learning objectives describe outcomes that I am able 3 1.84 0.88
to achieve.
Course includes web links that are self-describing and 2 1.84 0.89
meaningful.
All learning objectives are clearly stated and written from my 3 1.83 0.90
perspective.
Course includes or links to a clear explanation of how the 2 1.83 0.87
institution’s academic support system can assist me in effectively
using the resources provided.
The module/unit learning objectives describe outcomes that I am 3 1.80 0.89
able to achieve and are consistent with the course-level
objectives. (For example, upon completing this lesson you will be
able to…)
All resources and materials used in the course are appropriately 1 1.79 0.95
cited.
Course includes or links to tutorials and resources that answer 1 1.75 0.92
basic questions related to research, writing, technology, etc.
Course is accessible to people with disabilities. 3 1.74 1.13
Course includes or links to a clear explanation of how the 1 1.68 0.93
institution’s student support services can help me reach my
educational goals.
Course includes equivalent alternatives to audio and visual 2 1.65 1.06
content.
Learning activities encourage me to interact with my instructor. 3 1.53 0.94
Etiquette (or “netiquette”) guidelines for how to behave online 1 1.43 0.93
are clearly stated.
Learning activities encourage me to interact with other students. 3 1.24 0.98
I am asked to introduce myself to the class. 1 1.00 0.96
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