Features of an independent open learner model influencing uptake by university students

Abstract

Building on previous research with an independent open learner model in a range of university courses, this paper investigates features that may influence student choice about whether to use the environment in a particular course. It was found that some features are considered particularly important by students, but other features are less influential in students' decisions to use an independent open learner model. Recommendations for features to consider promoting uptake of this type of environment are given. © 2010 Springer-Verlag.