Cognitive Engagement in Online Learning Environments: A Systematic Review and Future Research.
Background: The growing prominence of online learning in educational contexts has underscored the critical role of cognitive engagement in shaping academic performance. Objectives: To synthesise current research trajectories, this study conducted a systematic literature review spanning two decades o...
| Publicado en: | Journal of Computer Assisted Learning Vol. 42; no. 3; pp. 1 - 24 |
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Wiley-Blackwell
Jun2026
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