The factors related to learning outcome in Web-based lifelong learning program

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to identify factors' direct and indirect influence on learning outcome and to examine relationship among learning outcomes. In this study, all independent variables were categorized into four main factors and under these factors, 16 subfactors were grouped. Regression and path analysis between these factors and three aspects of learning outcome (participation, satisfaction, and achievement) as dependent variables indicated that instructional design-related factors were the most influential. In addition, learning environment-related factors were also the more important factors than learner and online facilitator-related factors. To maximize learners' educational outcomes, a strategy to maintain learner's motivation and to interact with learners must be established under well-harmonized learner's environment. This paper also presents some important suggestions to faculty, administrators and instructor who develop web-base lifelong course. © 2002 IEEE.