Abstract
The objective of this chapter is to present learner characteristics that mediate web-based learning. These characteristics include personal epistemological beliefs, beliefs about web-based learning, social-cultural beliefs, and preferences toward web-based learning environments. In addition to the effects of these affective factors, another factor that is also addressed in the chapter is the cognitive load induced by different web-based curriculum elements. Based on a literature review and the findings of some recent empirical studies, a web-based learning model is proposed to manifest the contributions of learner characteristics on learning in web-based contexts. Educational implications are then drawn corresponding to the web-based learning model.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | Educational Stages and Interactive Learning |
| Subtitle of host publication | From Kindergarten to Workplace Training |
| Publisher | IGI Global |
| Pages | 18-30 |
| Number of pages | 13 |
| ISBN (Print) | 9781466601376 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 2012 |
| Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Social Sciences