Year: 2001
Type: conference-paper
Abstract: Virtual learning environments (VLEs) provide a seamless interface for organising online learning, and are proving indispensable in distance learning.The technological environments, though, are often adopted with little thought about pedagogical strategies, especially for students who may be adversely affected by the additional challenges of new technology.The mature age student, in particular, faces a barrage of factors, which may adversely affect their learning abilities.This paper explores factors that influence achievement of learning objectives by mature students.We propose a self-efficacy model which enables learners to attain self-efficacy in virtual learning environments.The model takes into account factors that impact specifically on mature students.We propose changes in learning as well as pedagogical strategies to accommodate the specific needs of mature students.
Authors: S. Heaperman, Fay Sudweeks
Institution: Murdoch University
Language: English
Topic: Online and Blended Learning
Subfield: Education
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
SDG: Quality education
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W1531936781