The meta-analysis is a probabilistic technique that groups the results of several studies, approaches the same subject and produces a result that summarizes the whole. The results that are displayed in graphical form neither offer interactivity with the user, nor a user-friendly interface and...

Asynchronous discussion forums are among the most preferred tools chosen to foster learning opportunities and knowledge construction. To reveal the cognitive engagement evidenced in the transcripts of the discussion forums, this study presents 51 papers. 17 papers reported research on students'...