10-Conclusion

=Conclusion: Review the findings and discuss the limitations of your study. Admit that we can't make reasonable recommendations based on so few interviews, but draw some tentative conclusions and make some tentative recommendations.= === As addressed in the passage on subjectivity, the research is limited due to interviewer bias as well as interpretation of the data. The scope of the data itself is narrowed to the perceptions of a single group’s experiences within a relatively newly formed cohort. Additionally, the research methods utilized though widely considered effective have been implemented by novice users of the practices. === === Students pursued Ed Tech over other programs in their academic subject area or other specialties such as Ed Leadership due to a general perception that technology is an emerging tool in education and therefore an important aspect to be knowledgeable about. === === Students chose an online program over a face-to-face program due to the convenience as well as accessibility to content not otherwise available. Another factor includes enhanced communication although that aspect was not entirely considered a positive. Some breakdowns have occurred that were attributable to online learning. === === The UF program was chosen specifically for its offering of the online, doctoral Ed Tech track. The strong reputation of the university as well as location and cost were primary motivations for pursuing the school’s program. === === The positive aspects of the program far outweighed the negatives and most respondents agreed that it is a worthwhile program that will be beneficial to their professional lives. Most negative aspects related to personal sacrifices and were not reflective of the program itself, online learning in general or of doctoral work as whole. === === As the program gains momentum the perceived problems indicated by the respondents will likely be resolved as a result of additional faculty, support staff, and student experience with online learning. It is recommended that the program at UF continue as currently designed as it is a model for academic programs at all levels and areas of focus. ===