Web-Based Instruction Research Web-Based Instruction for Higher Education: Creating Active Learning Environments (1999--2.1 MB pdf file) My dissertation research examined six of the seven courses (the winner and five honorable mentions) of the Paul Allen Virtual Education Foundation Outstanding Online Course Award competition.  Purpose The purpose of my study is to determine instructional practices in exemplary higher education web-based courses and their perceived effectiveness. Research Questions How do faculty craft and deliver online courses to create an active learning environment? What are the implications of new delivery models for higher education? Marilyn Eggers, Ph.D. Associate Professor, School of Science and Technology Educational Support Services Director Office of Assessment and Institutional Research Interim Director Loma Linda University Loma Linda, California Andrews University Leadership Doctoral Program Adventist Virtual Learning Network This page was last updated on March 30, 2008.