ERIC Number: EJ1248807
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2020
Pages: 19
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ISSN: ISSN-1539-1523
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Exploring Top Hat's Impact on Undergraduate Students' Belongingness, Engagement, and Self-Confidence: A Mixed Methods Study
Spencer, R.; Sinno, J.; Hatfield, K.; Biderman, M.; Doria, N.; Numer, M.
Journal of Research on Technology in Education, v52 n2 p197-215 2020
Evidence suggests that the use of educational technologies may promote positive learning environments and contribute to students' success. The following mixed methods study examined the impact of Top Hat in a blended learning environment on undergraduate students' sense of belongingness, engagement, and self-confidence in a Canadian post-secondary institution. A survey study measured students' sense of belongingness, engagement, and self-confidence before and after the course, which used Top Hat. The results show a significant increase in belongingness and self-confidence, but a decrease in engagement. Contrarily, focus groups revealed that using Top Hat may improve the overall learning experience. Limitations and future recommendations are discussed.
Descriptors: Undergraduate Students, Sense of Community, Learner Engagement, Self Efficacy, Educational Technology, Blended Learning, Foreign Countries, Integrated Learning Systems, Communication Problems, Interpersonal Communication, Student Attitudes, Technology Integration, Instructional Effectiveness
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Canada
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