%0 Journal Article %T Dimensions of Interaction: Towards a Better Understanding of Socialization in Online Education %A Yves Djimta-Dinguembeye %J Open Access Library Journal %V 11 %N 6 %P 1-11 %@ 2333-9721 %D 2024 %I Open Access Library %R 10.4236/oalib.1111624 %X This article explores the different dimensions of interaction, including techno-logical, pedagogical, and social, within the International Development Institute (IUDI). The research sheds light on the evolution of online learning communi-ties and their impact on educational socialization. Adopting a methodology combining qualitative and quantitative approaches, the article analyzes inter-actions on IUDI¡¯s Moodle platform during the 2022-2023 academic year. The detailed results reveal significant trends, highlighting the importance of discus-sion forums, regular pedagogical feedback, and social patterns influenced by cultural preferences. The practical implications and recommendations aim to enrich the online learning experience. The study also acknowledges its limita-tions, highlighting the need for future research. The article serves as an essential contribution to understanding the complex dynamics within e-learning com-munities, especially in the specific context of IUDI. The results provide mean-ingful insights to guide e-learning practitioners and course designers toward more effective and inclusive practices while identifying lines of research to deepen our understanding of online interactions and educational socialization. %K Online Interaction %K Learning Community %K Socialization %K Educational Technology %K Moodle Platform %K Online Teaching %K Collaborative Learning %K Cultural %U http://www.oalib.com/paper/6824294