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Method

Gunawardena et al.'s model analysis+survey+telephone interview

Results:

From survey: 11/16 done the survey

The responses indicated that the forum was perceived by the participants as successful in providing opportunities for reflection and exposure to multiple perspectives on topics that were relevant to the participants. There seemed less agreement, however.

two age group: <30 and >45

10/11 good/expert in computer

Open comments:

1) theme 1: the value of finding out what others are doing, making contacts,and other functions normally associated with face-to-face conferences and meetings

2) theme 2: a sense of disassociation(unconnected) with other forum members

-- lack of community

From interview：

3 categories: active/moderate/low participation <-- 3+1+3

Three-week forum

Two new categories:

Social interchange

Social discord and knowledge construction

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