The effects of an online learning environment with worked examples and peer feedback on students' argumentative essay writing and domain-specific knowledge acquisition in the field of biotechnology

The present study investigated the effects of an online learning environment supported with worked examples and peer feedback on students' argumentative essay writing and domain-specific knowledge acquisition in the field of biotechnology. As part of a bigger project, a pre- and post-test study...

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Published in:Journal of biological education Vol. 53; no. 4; pp. 390 - 398
Main Authors: Valero Haro, Anahuac, Noroozi, Omid, Biemans, Harm J.A., Mulder, Martin
Format: Journal Article
Language:English
Published: London Routledge 08.08.2019
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Subjects:
Biotechnology
Demonstrations (Educational)
Educational Environment
Electronic Learning
Essay writing
Essays
example-based learning
Feedback (Response)
Foreign Countries
Genetics
Instructional Effectiveness
Knowledge Level
online learning environment
Peer Evaluation
peer feedback
Persuasive Discourse
Student Improvement
Undergraduate Students
Netherlands
ISSN:0021-9266, 2157-6009
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Summary:The present study investigated the effects of an online learning environment supported with worked examples and peer feedback on students' argumentative essay writing and domain-specific knowledge acquisition in the field of biotechnology. As part of a bigger project, a pre- and post-test study design was used with 45 bachelor students who were randomly grouped in pairs. Students were asked to analyse a case and write an argumentative essay taking into account the advantages and disadvantages of genetically modified organisms. The results showed that the combination of worked examples and peer feedback improve the quality of argumentative essay writing and facilitate the acquisition of domain-specific knowledge. Implications, suggestions, and future research are discussed.
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ISSN:0021-9266
2157-6009
DOI:10.1080/00219266.2018.1472132