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Online learning has minimized many barriers and constraints that are common in traditional learning environments. However, due to the absence of face-to-face contacts, students and instructors are usually faced with the lack of active social presence and meaningful interactions in online learning. This article explores a review of the literature on social presence and various types of interactions in online learning environments in the context of a class project. The findings suggest need for online instructors to explore effective ways to design and facilitate active social presence and meaningful interactions in online learning.
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Keengwe, J., Adjei-Boateng, E. & Diteeyont, W. Facilitating active social presence and meaningful interactions in online learning. Educ Inf Technol 18, 597–607 (2013). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10639-012-9197-9
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