The online learning resources definition and students’ use in higher education across disciplines

Abstract

The definitions of online learning resources are discussed within two approaches for classifying existing learning technology, the pedagogical and the functional approach. The findings of a survey about online learning resources use among 1667 students are presented with a focus on differences among study disciplines. Average mean for a total sample and the differences according to disciplines are presented in five subsections: The Online learning content, Interactive technology, Social network sites, Communication and collaboration technology, Information organising technology.