Virtual learning environments – help or hindrance for the ‘disengaged' student?

The introduction of virtual learning environments (VLEs) has been regarded by some as a panacea for many of the problems in today's mass numbers modular higher education system. This paper demonstrates that VLEs can help or hinder student engagement and performance, and that they should b...

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Main Authors: Alice Maltby, Sarah Mackie
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Association for Learning Technology 2009-12-01
Series:Research in Learning Technology
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Online Access:http://www.researchinlearningtechnology.net/index.php/rlt/article/view/10863