Abstract

This article argues that technology that supports both noncognitive and cognitive aspects can make learning more effective, efficient, and engaging (e[superscript 3]-learning). The technology of interest in this article is email. The investigation focuses on characteristics of email that are likely to enable e[superscript 3]-learning. In addition, in order to optimize the use of email for the support of e[superscript 3]-learning, this article proposes a conceptual framework grounded in research that can guide the systematic design and development process in terms of (a) diagnosing learners' needs, (b) constructing appropriate email, and (c) renewing email. Further research is also discussed, especially with regard to automated systems for email use. The article concludes with the notion that email messages in support of e[superscript 3]-learning may prove to be a transformative technology in distance education. (Contains 1 figure.)

Citation

Kim, C. (2008). Using Email to Enable E[superscript 3] (Effective, Efficient, and Engaging) Learning. Distance Education, 29(2), 187-198. Retrieved August 8, 2024 from https://www.learntechlib.org/p/103133/.

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Keywords

• Cognitive Processes
• distance education
• Educational Change
• educational technology
• Electronic Mail
• Lecture Method
• teaching methods