International Journal of English and Education

ISSN : 2278-4012

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Measuring the Effectiveness of Cognitive Training to Improve Adult Learner Outcomes in Online Learning Environments

Authors
  • Jason D. Carr

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Keywords:
education, online learning, adult learner, e-Learning, cognition, memory improvement
Abstract

Adult learners often experience significant environmental and/or
physiological challenges when returning to learning environments not experienced by
their younger counterparts. The researcher hypothesized that a one-day workshop
covering concepts associated with cognitive functioning is an effective strategy to help
adult learners overcome challenges faced in online learning environments. A quasiexperimental
study was designed to address these factors through the use of a
technology-based instructional unit, while determining if various measurements can be
used to gauge successful learning outcomes. Based on the findings of the study, the
researcher concluded that a one-day workshop covering concepts associated with
cognitive functioning is an effective strategy to help adult learners overcome challenges
faced in online learning environments.

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Published
2014-01-09
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Articles

How to Cite

Carr, J. D. (2014). Measuring the Effectiveness of Cognitive Training to Improve Adult Learner Outcomes in Online Learning Environments. International Journal of English and Education, 3(1), 414-432. https://ijee.org/ijee/article/view/995