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How Online and Face-To-Face Group Learning Affect Test Scores and Group Participation

Despite there being an increased use of Internet-based learning environments, little research has examined the effects of online learning on school-aged children’s learning. 64 11-12 year old (Year 8) students participated in a study that explored the effect online and face-to-face group discussions have on participation levels, and test scores on math assessments. Students completed a pre-test on number sequences and basic algebra. They then received a video lesson on the content of the pre-test, before discussing the video content in face-to-face groups or online groups. Finally, the students completed a post-test. There was no significant difference between the two groups’ test scores or levels of participation. Further research with larger sample sizes needs to be completed exploring the effect online and face-to-face environments have on student participation; as well as quasi-experiments investigating the best learning environment within online, face-to-face, and virtual reality mediums.