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Recommended Citation: Spurlock, J I, W Zhang, and L Allen-Haynes. Can E-learning Replace the Traditional Classroom? A Case Study at a Private High School. In The Proceedings of the Information Systems Education Conference 2004, v 21 (Newport): §3143. ISSN: 1542-7382.

Can E-learning Replace the Traditional Classroom? A Case Study at a Private High School

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Jennelle Irene Spurlock    [a1] [a2]
Southern University at New Orleans    [u1] [u2]
New Orleans, Louisiana, USA    [c1] [c2]

Wendy Zhang    [a1] [a2]
Department of Computer Science and Industrial Technology
Southeastern Louisiana University    [u1] [u2]
Hammond, Louisiana, USA    [c1] [c2]

Leetta Allen-Haynes    [a1] [a2]
Southern University at New Orleans    [u1] [u2]
New Orleans, Louisiana, USA    [c1] [c2]

E-learning is a form of instruction that uses electronic means, primarily e-mail and the internet. This format precludes direct teacher-to-student interaction as is normally found in the classroom. Learning is completely self motivated. Student must manage their time and complete tasks on their own within the given time frame. Some students are not capable and do not have the required self discipline to learn via the internet. Their learning styles may differ and they may not be able to comprehend information without further explanation from a teacher. The role of teachers in online learning is that of facilitators. They are not there to teach the students, but to simply to act as facilitators. This case study of a private Catholic all-females high school suggests that e-learning may not be able to replace the traditional classroom.

Keywords: E-learning, synchronous e-learning, asynchronous e-learning, gender differences

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