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Transformation for Adults in an Internet-Based Learning Environment--Is It Necessary to Be Self-Directed?
- Source :
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British Journal of Educational Technology . Mar 2012 43(2):205-216. - Publication Year :
- 2012
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Abstract
- This research explores the relationships between self-directed learning readiness and transformative learning theory (TLT) reflected by the Constructivist Internet-based Learning Environment Scale (CILES). A questionnaire survey about adult learner's perceptions of Internet-based learning was administered to adults enrolled in classes in community colleges in Taiwan. A total of 593 valid questionnaires were used for the structural equation modeling analysis. The findings confirmed a second-order hierarchical factor relationship of TLT (technical, dialectical and emancipatory learning interests) from CILES. Moreover, the three domains of learning interests of transformative learning were proved to have a developmental relationship, moderated by the readiness of self-directed learning for adult learners in Internet-based learning.
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 0007-1013
- Volume :
- 43
- Issue :
- 2
- Database :
- ERIC
- Journal :
- British Journal of Educational Technology
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- EJ956660
- Document Type :
- Journal Articles<br />Reports - Research
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1467-8535.2010.01166.x