This study examines student participation and interaction in online discussion modules of varying group sizes within a full semester online course. Using a case study methodology, the researcher analyzed the number of messages and hits (clicks on other messages) to classify each message's interactivity level into four categories: independent, quasi-interactive, interactive (elaborative), and interactive (negotiating). The findings indicate that class guidelines and instructor encouragement increased overall participation. However, large discussion forums were less effective in promoting high levels of interactivity. Conversely, small-group forums exhibited a 21% higher rate of enhanced interactivity. The study concludes that sub-grouping can improve the quality of participation in large online classes and suggests additional practices to foster interactivity.
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Kim, Jungjoo. "Influence of group size on students' participation in online discussion forums." Computers & Education 62 (2013): 123-129.
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