Presenting a Conceptual Model of Digital Learning in the Higher Education System: Qualitative Research
Subject Areas : Distance Educationabdolrahim nave ebrahim 1 , kobra khabare 2
1 - Professor, Faculty of Management, Kharazmi University
2 - Phd. Graduate, Department of Educational Management, Faculty of Management, Kharazmi University, Tehran, Iran
Keywords: Qualitative Research, Higher Education, Digital Learning,
Abstract :
The present study was conducted to present a conceptual model of digital learning. In order to conduct the present study, a qualitative approach and a meta-synthesis method were used. The purpose of the Meta synthesis is to extract a new understanding by comparing and combining the findings of multiple studies. The research population included all articles, books, work reports and university publications in more than 3000, from which 60 documents were selected and analyzed. This method is based on Sandelowski& Barros,with seven steps. Open and axial coding were used to analyze the data. The results indicate the identification of 11 key components for developing a digital learning model. These components include professor digital readiness, student digital readiness, digital knowledge management, Digital support, Digital quality, Digital management, Digital interactions, Digital technology, Digital evaluation, Digital teaching and learning, and Digital content. Specific components and elements have been identified for each of these components, and finally, suggestions have been made in accordance with these components.
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_||_Akyuz. S, Yavuz. F (2015). Digital Learning in EFL Classrooms. Procedia - Social and Behavioral Sciences.197. 766 – 769.
Anohina A (2005). Analysis of the terminology used in the field of virtual learning. Educational Technology & Society 8(3): 91–102.
Anttila, M. Valimaki, M. Hatonen, H. Luukkaala, T. & Kaila M. (2012). Use of web-based patient education sessions on psychiatric wards. International Journal of Medical Informatics, 81(6), 424-433.
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Chitkushev L, Vodenska I and Zlateva T (2014) Digital learning impact factors: Student satisfaction and performance in online courses. International Journal of Information and Education Technology 4(4): 356–359.
Cosgrove,J.Chobhthaigh,S. Shiel,G.M Leahy,M.(2018). Digital Learning Framework Trial Evaluation: Baseline Repor. Dublin: Educational Research Centre.
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Dehghan Tarzjani, Mohammad Hussein; Alishiri, Niloufar. (2017). Assessing e-learning readiness in Alborz University of Medical Sciences. Journal of Medical School, Alborz University of Medical Sciences. The sixth year. No. 3- pp. 179-186.
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Henderson, M. Selwyn, N. and Aston, R. (2017). What works and why? Student perceptions of‘useful. digital technology in university teaching and learning’, Studies in Higher Education,Vol. 42, No. 8, pp.1567–1579.
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Sandelowski, M, Barros, J. (2007). Handbook for synthesizing qualitative research. Springer publishing company Inc.
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Selvaraj.C. (2019).Success of e- learning system in management in education in Chennai city- using users satisfy action approach. The Online Journal of Distance Education and e-Learning.Volume 7, Issue 2
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Yaqubi, Jafar; Malik Mohammadi, Iraj; Irvani, Houshang; Attaran, Mohammad (2008). Designing a model for e-learning in Iranian agricultural extension and higher education. Iranian Journal of Agricultural Economics and Development. Volume 39. Number 1, 11-20.
Yoon, J. Kwon, S. & Shim, J. E. (2012). Present Status and Issues of School Nutrition Programs in Korea. Asia Pacific Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 21(1), 128-1
