@inbook{d60fde87e9ce4be5a42461cbcb1d6a3b,
title = "Learner differences in the online context: Introducing a new method",
abstract = "The paper introduces an alternative method to analyze different learning styles among students. This method was developed as an alternative to more traditional methods such as hierarchical cluster analysis. The method was tested using a large data set (n = 868) which included participants completing a small e-module in addition to a small number of measures to assess learner characteristics. The resulting log files were analyzed using the new method. Results were similar to those observed using traditional methods. The method provides a new starting point for subsequent analysis and identification of learner differences using other information such as log files from e-learning and Massive Online Open Courses (MOOCs).",
keywords = "Cluster analysis, E-learning, Learner group differences, Learning strategies, Log file analysis",
author = "Schulz, \{Arne Hendrik\} and Debora Jeske",
note = "Publisher Copyright: {\textcopyright} IFIP International Federation for Information Processing 2014.; IFIP WG 3.4/3.7 International Conference on Key Competencies in Informatics and Information and Communication Technologies, KCICTP and ITEM 2014 ; Conference date: 01-07-2014 Through 04-07-2014",
year = "2014",
doi = "10.1007/978-3-662-45770-2\_26",
language = "English",
series = "IFIP Advances in Information and Communication Technology",
publisher = "Springer New York LLC",
pages = "306--317",
editor = "Don Passey and Arthur Tatnall",
booktitle = "Key Competencies in ICT and Informatics",
}