1. Converting a traditional
journalism class
to a Web-based course
By Donna Lampkin Stephens
The University of Southern Mississippi
IT 648
July 25, 2008

2. Rationale
• Studies have shown that Web-based
instruction can lead to increased
interaction and heightened student
engagement over time.
• A 2004 article in EDUCASE Quarterly
notes that WBI is used significantly to
enhance traditional on-campus courses.