Implementing E-Learning Designed Courses in General Education

Authors

  • Prasart Nuangchalerm Mahasarakham University
  • Krissada Sakkumduang
  • Suleepornn Uhwha
  • Pacharawit Chansirisira

Keywords:

e-learning, general education, instructional practice, satisfaction

Abstract

The aim of this study is to implement e-learning designed course for general education. The study employed 3 phases for developing e-learning course: contextual study, designing, and implementing. Two courses general education, 217 undergraduate students are participated the study. Research tool consisted of interview about e-learning form and learning satisfaction questionnaire. The findings revealed that e-learning courses should not be used alone, but it should be mixed between face to face and e-learning in the appropriate solution. After students had learned through e-learning, they express learning satisfaction at high level and need to be continued e-learning courses in other courses.

 

Author Biography

Prasart Nuangchalerm, Mahasarakham University

Faculty of Education, Mahasarkham University

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Published

2014-08-15

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Nuangchalerm, P., Sakkumduang, K., Uhwha, S., & Chansirisira, P. (2014). Implementing E-Learning Designed Courses in General Education. Asian Journal of Education and E-Learning, 2(4). Retrieved from https://www.ajouronline.com/index.php/AJEEL/article/view/1482

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