Keng Sheng, Chew (2025) Anonymity and Engagement in Online Learning : An Asian Perspective. Education in Medicine Journal, 17 (2). pp. 139-144. ISSN 2180-1932
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Abstract
The rapid shift to online learning, catalysed by the COVID-19 pandemic, has brought opportunities and challenges to the forefront of education, particularly in the Asian context. Although online education offers flexibility and global access, it can increase transactional distance and hinder interpersonal interactions. However, online anonymity may help alleviate anxiety and promote participation among students who feel inhibited in traditional settings. To address this duality, a hybrid learning model is proposed, combining face-to-face learning with a small amount of online learning for early education to develop essential skills with a gradual transition to more online learning in later stages. This approach can help Asian educational systems balance cultural and social dynamics and ensure a holistic and effective learning experience.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | Online learning, Transactional distance, Anonymity, Deindividuation, Asian cultural context. |
| Subjects: | L Education > L Education (General) L Education > LB Theory and practice of education > LB2300 Higher Education R Medicine > R Medicine (General) |
| Divisions: | Academic Faculties, Institutes and Centres > Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences Faculties, Institutes, Centres > Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences |
| Depositing User: | Sheng |
| Date Deposited: | 23 Jul 2025 01:50 |
| Last Modified: | 23 Jul 2025 01:50 |
| URI: | http://ir.unimas.my/id/eprint/48881 |
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