The current pandemic has resulted in many courses being delivered online. Karim Hajhashemi's research on the effectiveness of video in teaching and learning, found in ResearchOnline's theses collection, is now particularly relevant. His (2016) thesis “Multiple intelligences and network affordances: Can videos enhance students’ perceptions of their learning experience, learning outcomes, and subject engagement?” uses a mixed methods approach to gain students’ and lecturers’ perceptions of online video usage in relation to learning experiences and engagement. The findings reveal the positive effect of video integration in online learning. Brief, concise, and to the point videos were found to be more attractive and engaging, with music and visual aids to be a significant motivational stimulus. As students have different combinations of abilities and intelligences, they are attracted to various video activities and, therefore, lecturers need to prioritise video technologies for flexible and inclusive learning environments.
Click on the above link to download and read Hajhashemi’s thesis in full, or go to JCU’s ResearchOnline to find other theses of your interest.
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