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USING VIRTUAL OFFICE HOURS TO GAUGE THE IMPACT OF TRANSACTIONAL ENGAGEMENT BEYOND THE CLASSROOM Steven Wdowik The emergence
of synchronous e-learning is offering opportunities for educators to
promote engagement between teachers and students beyond the
classroom. This study employs Virtual Office Hours using Blackboard
Collaborate! to gauge the impact on student engagement using chosen
indicators identified in the literature as being significant in a
university setting. A descriptive analysis has revealed teachers who
provide appropriate online technologies together with effective
pedagogical methods coupled with a supportive and safe environment
has a strong impact on transactional engagement. In turn, the
student experience and their graduate capabilities are enhanced so
they can function as productive members of society. |
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