Study Procrastination, Achievement, And Academic Motivation In Web-Based And Blended Distance Learning

Growth in distance education is increasing the need to examine students\u27 learning strategies in distance and blended learning environments. Students\u27 cramming or spaced-review behaviors were measured and compared across delivery formats as well as examined related to course achievement and attitudes across a term. Although theory would predict that spaced study rather than last minute cramming would yield higher achievement, researchers report mixed findings in both areas. One hundred fifty-seven students in distance and blended course formats were blocked into 5 groups based on their cramming/spaced-review patterns a week prior to each of 3 posttests. Significant differences were observed in cramming/spaced-review behaviors between delivery formats and for achievement and attitudes. © 2005 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved