OLJJun 1, 2026
Editorial: June 2026
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Journal of Educational Technology & SocietyJuly 1, 2026
Revisiting online learning readiness: Scale development and insights from Taiwanese elementary school students
Chou, C., Hung, M.-L., & Li, Z. R.-Y.
Elementary students have strong technical skills for online learning but struggle significantly with managing their own self-directed learning.
What it found
Researchers developed and validated a scale to measure online learning readiness in elementary students aged 10 to 12. The scale evaluates four dimensions: self-directed learning, communication self-efficacy, family support, and technical support. Results showed that while young students possess high technical competence, they score lowest in their ability to direct and regulate their own learning.
What it means for your work
Do not mistake a young learner's technical literacy for the ability to manage an online course independently. Designers must heavily scaffold online learning environments with explicit, step-by-step guidance and build in prompts that leverage caregiver support.
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