Editing Instructional scaffolding (section)

====Benefits in online learning environments====
As the research in this area progresses, studies are showing that when students learn about complex topics with computer-based learning environments (CBLEs) without scaffolding they demonstrated poor ability to regulate their learning, and failure to gain a conceptual understanding of the topic.<ref>{{Cite journal |last1=Hill |first1=J. |last2=Hannafin |first2=M. |date=1997 |title=Cognitive strategies and learning from the World Wide Web |journal=Educational Technology Research & Development |volume=45 |issue=4 |pages=37–64 |doi=10.1007/BF02299682 |s2cid=61122897 |issn=1042-1629 |oclc=5649874254}}</ref> As a result, researchers have recently begun to emphasize the importance of embedded conceptual, procedural, strategic, and metacognitive scaffolding in CBLEs.<ref name="Hannafin, M. 1999"/><ref>{{Cite journal |last1=Hadwin |first1=A. F. |last2=Wozney |first2=L. |last3=Pantin |first3=O. |date=2005 |title=Scaffolding the appropriation of self-regulatory activity: A socio-cultural analysis of changes in teacher-student discourse about a graduate research portfolio |journal=Instructional Science |volume=33 |issue=5–6 |pages=413–450 |doi=10.1007/s11251-005-1274-7 |s2cid=62714710 |issn=0020-4277 |oclc=425116632}}</ref><ref>{{Cite journal |last=Baylor |first=A. L. |date=2002 |title=Agent-based learning environments for investigating teaching and learning |url=https://amybaylor.com/Articles/2002JECR.pdf |journal=Journal of Educational Computing Research |volume=26 |issue=3 |pages=249–270|doi=10.2190/PH2K-6P09-K8EC-KRDK |s2cid=62243288 }}</ref><ref>{{Cite journal |last1=Puntambekar |first1=S. |last2=Hubscher |first2=R. |date=2005 |title=Tools for scaffolding students in a complex learning environment: What have we gained and what have we missed? |url=http://hubscher.org/roland/courses/hf765/readings/EP_puntambekar_hubscher_2005.pdf |journal=Educational Psychologist |volume=40 |issue=1 |pages=1–12|doi=10.1207/s15326985ep4001_1 |s2cid=39373429 }}</ref>

In addition to the four scaffolding guidelines outlined, recent research has shown:
* scaffolding can help in group discussions. In a 2012 study,<ref>{{Cite journal |last1=Huang |first1=H. |last2=Wu |first2=C. |last3=Chen |first3=N. |date=2012 |title=The effectiveness of using procedural scaffolding in a paper-plus-smartphone collaborative learning context |journal=Computers & Education |volume=59 |issue=2 |pages=250–259 |doi=10.1016/j.compedu.2012.01.015}}</ref> a significant increase in active participation and meaningful negotiations was found within the scaffolded groups as opposed to the non-scaffolded group.
* metacognitive scaffolding can be used to encourage students in reflecting and help build a sense of a community among learners.<ref name=":8" /> Specifically, Reingold, Rimor and Kalay recommend using metacognitive scaffolding to support students working on a common task. They believe this can support learners to experience their work as part of a community of learners.<ref name=":8" />

Online classes do not require movement need to a different city or long distances in order to attend the program of one's choice. Online learning allows a flexible schedule. Assessments are completed at the learner's pace. It makes it easier for introverted students to ask questions or drop their ideas, which boost their confidence.<ref name="r199">{{cite web | last=Mozafaripour | first=Sara | title=16 Advantages to Learning Online | website=University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences | date=2020-06-30 | url=https://www.usa.edu/blog/benefits-of-online-learning/ | access-date=2024-06-26}}</ref>

Online education is cost-effective and reduces travel expenses for both the learning institution and students. It improves technology literacy for teachers and students.<ref name="r435">{{cite web | last=Jaiswal | first=Priya | title=Revolution of Online Education: Advantages And Disadvantages | website=India TV News | date=2020-12-23 | url=https://www.indiatvnews.com/education/news-online-education-advantages-and-disadvantages-online-learning-online-clases-revolution-673353 | access-date=2024-06-26}}</ref>