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Females And Computer-Mediated Communication : New Technologies, New Challenges, Kelly Coleman
Females And Computer-Mediated Communication : New Technologies, New Challenges, Kelly Coleman
Graduate Research Papers
Advanced technologies are changing the face of higher learning by creating opportunities for those who wish to continue their education. On-line education, currently the most common mode of education delivery, has revolutionized the way in which learning takes place. Adult females appear to benefit greatly from computer-mediated communication distance learning due to its flexibility. However, there has been a general lack of research and focus on the females as distance learners and their success in on-line learning. This literature review examines the reasons why females comprise the majority of computer-mediated students and also looks at those barriers that keep women …