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Book Synopsis Undergraduate Students Perceptions of a Quality Online Course by : Kristina A. Artino
Download or read book Undergraduate Students Perceptions of a Quality Online Course written by Kristina A. Artino and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This research study explored students' perspectives about the quality of online courses using the Quality Matters Standards (Nath & Ralston-Berg, 2008) to apply the quality standards for online course design. The study examined if there was a difference in perceptions of quality between students who have had experience with an online course with students who have not had an online course. The participants were undergraduate students at a Midwestern Urban University located in the northeastern region of Ohio. The study took place in the Fall 2010. There were 135 participants. Of those 135, 128 had a valid response yielding a response rate of 94.8%. Seven did not respond. The study utilized a questionnaire developed by the researcher with 27 Likert questions, 7 demographic questions, and two questions being open-ended. The findings indicated that there is a significant difference in the perceptions of the quality pertaining to online courses between students who have had an online course with those students who have not had an online course. Students who have taken an online course had lower perceptions (mean scores) than students who have never had an online course. This was consistent among all variables examined: gender, age, ethnicity, working over 30 hours a week, credit hours enrolled, and GPA.
Book Synopsis Student Perceptions of Quality Online Instruction by : Tamika Kutrice Moorehead
Download or read book Student Perceptions of Quality Online Instruction written by Tamika Kutrice Moorehead and published by . This book was released on 2018 with total page 118 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The purpose of this study was to examine students’ perceptions of quality of online courses as they relate to the IHEP Teaching/Learning Process Benchmarks, Course Structure Benchmarks, and Student Support Benchmarks. The research design for this study was correlational. Out of 3,310 students enrolled in online courses, 97 successfully participated in the study at an urban southeastern university. A survey instrument consisting of three parts was used in this study. Part I of the survey instrument contains 24 Likert Scale questions, examining students’ online learning experiences. Part II of the survey contained four Likert Scale questions, gathering students’ rating on the overall quality of the online course in which they were enrolled. Part III of the survey instrument sought to obtain demographic information from the participants. The research questions were designed to determine students’ perceptions of online course quality distance education and whether a relationship exists between online students’ perception of quality and the operational variables: peer interaction, instructor feedback, course structure, and student support services. Pearson’s r correlation was used to analyze the survey data. After the data were collected and analyzed, the researcher determined that peer interactions, feedback from the instructors, and course structure contribute to predicting students’ perceptions of online course quality in the online courses studied. Students rated the quality of online teaching, online learning and course structure above average to excellent. Students’ perceptions of the quality of student support services were rated the lowest. An examination of the relationship between student perception of course quality and, instructor feedback, peer interaction, course structure, and student support services was also conducted. The results of the examination indicated that moderately statistically significant relationships existed between student perceptions of course quality and each of the three variables. Conclusions and recommendations based on the findings in this study indicated peer interaction, instructor feedback course structures, and student support services contribute to students’ perceptions of online course quality.
Book Synopsis Grade Change by : Isabel Elaine Allen
Download or read book Grade Change written by Isabel Elaine Allen and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 39 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: " ... the eleventh annual report on the state of online learning in U.S. higher education. The survey is designed, administered and analyzed by the Babson Survey Research Group, with data collection conducted in partnership with the College Board. Using responses from more than 2,800 colleges and universities, this study is aimed at answering fundamental questions about the nature and extent of online education."--Page 3.
Book Synopsis A Qualitative Case Study of Students' Perceptions of Their Experiences in Undergraduate Online Courses by : Glenda Lander Lugo
Download or read book A Qualitative Case Study of Students' Perceptions of Their Experiences in Undergraduate Online Courses written by Glenda Lander Lugo and published by . This book was released on 2022 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The advancement of instructional technology has significantly influenced course delivery in higher education institutions and online learning has increased considerably as an instructional course delivery method. In addition, the changing student demographics and increasing cost of education have spurred the growth of online learning and have demonstrated the inevitability of online learning as an alternative to in-class instruction. Further, the ad-hoc implementation of online learning in higher education due to the COVID-19 pandemic has validated the use of online environments as a viable educational platform, but has also amplified the challenges associated with providing an optimal online education experience for students. The application of traditional education theories to online learning is still evolving and the research on online course effectiveness has focused primarily on student outcomes. The objectives of this qualitative case study was to capture students' perceptions of their experiences and the processes that facilitated the outcomes or the quality of student learning. This study sought to inform the practice of developing engaging, instructional course design focused on student success and learning. The research will add to the body of literature regarding students' perceptions and experiences in online courses.
Book Synopsis Assessing Quality Dimensions and Elements of Online Learning Enacted in a Higher Education Setting by : Dawn M. Hathaway
Download or read book Assessing Quality Dimensions and Elements of Online Learning Enacted in a Higher Education Setting written by Dawn M. Hathaway and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 488 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This study described how online learning is enacted in a university setting by addressing what university students reported about their perceptions of the quality of their learning in online environments and what university students reported about the ways in which online learning experiences were enacted across a large university. Using literature related to theories of teaching and learning as well as research-based elements of online design, a theory of online learning quality was developed that included six dimensions of quality interactions (instructor-learner, learner-learner, learner-content, learner-instructional strategies, learner-interface, and social presence) A questionnaire to assess the quality of online courses from students' perceptions was created using the theory of online learning quality as a framework. The questionnaire was administered to undergraduate and graduate, full and part time students enrolled in online courses in the Fall 2008 semester at large, comprehensive university located in the metropolitan area of Washington, D.C. Six questions focused this study: 1. What do university students report about the quality of online courses? 2. What do university students report about the frequency with which certain quality elements are used in online courses? 3. Is there a difference in university students' rating of overall online course quality by academic unit, academic load, and academic status? 4. Is there a difference in university students' rating of overall quality in each dimension (instructor-learner, learner-learner, learner-content, learner instructional strategies, learner-interface, and social presence) by academic division, academic load, and academic status? 5. Which quality dimensions contribute to university students' perceptions of overall online course quality? 6. Which quality elements contribute to university students' overall perceptions of quality for instructor-learner interactions, learner-learner interactions, learner- content interactions, learner-interface interactions, learner-instructional strategies interactions, and social presence? Data were analyzed descriptively and statistically. Students' reports about the quality of online courses and the frequency with which quality elements were used were analyzed descriptively. Several hypotheses were formulated and analyzed using ANOVAs and t-tests to determine if differences in students' overall ratings of course quality and dimension quality existed. Multivariable regression analyses were used to determine which dimensions contributed to overall online course quality ratings and which quality elements contributed to overall dimension quality ratings. Data analyses showed that overall online course quality at the University was highly rated by students. Differences existed between the academic divisions for overall course quality rating, for learner-learner interactions, and for social presence. Several commonalities and distinctions were identified between academic divisions regarding overall course quality, dimension quality, and the frequency with which elements of quality were used in online courses. A difference also existed between undergraduates and graduates for overall quality of social presence ratings. Learner-content, learner-instructional strategies, and learner-interface interactions were identified as contributors to students' perceptions of overall online course quality. Several design elements were identified as contributors to overall quality for instructor-learner interactions, learner-content interactions, learner-instructional strategies interactions, learner-interface interactions, and social presence. There were no learner-learner elements identified as contributors to overall quality of learner-learner interactions. Findings from this study provided the basis for several recommendations regarding the design of online learning environments and further research. In addition, a portrait of online learning at the University was crafted from the findings on students' perceptions of overall course quality, overall quality pertaining to each dimension of interaction, and the frequency elements were used in the design of online courses.
Book Synopsis Student Perceptions Of Quality Learning Experiences In Online Learning Environments by : Jamie Rhoads
Download or read book Student Perceptions Of Quality Learning Experiences In Online Learning Environments written by Jamie Rhoads and published by . This book was released on 2023 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Due to the COVID-19 global pandemic, the higher education undergraduate student body and the structure of course offerings have drastically changed. As we continue to transition from emergency remote courses to quality online learning experiences, we must respond thoughtfully as well as empirically. The purpose of this study was to examine quality learning experiences as perceived by students in online courses and use the new knowledge generated to add to current research and enhance practice. Through qualitative data collection, I intended to answer the following research questions: (a) What do students perceive as quality learning experiences in their online courses? and (b) How can understanding the student experience and perception of quality in their online learning environments improve course development procedures in online courses? Eight participants were interviewed regarding their experiences of quality in online courses. Results of the study determined Barriers, Interaction, Structure, and Community are the themes that students identify when defining quality online learning experiences. It was also indicated that students were more satisfied with their high quality online learning experiences. Implications and recommendations for improved practice and action steps are also provided. The researcher contends that these findings demonstrate the need to systematically build quality into online courses, which will offer students better learning experiences.
Book Synopsis The Perception of Quality in Online Learning and Its Impact on Retention by :
Download or read book The Perception of Quality in Online Learning and Its Impact on Retention written by and published by . This book was released on 2022 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Online education has become a major component in higher education and is no longer viewed as something students choose only when it is impossible to take a course in a traditional setting. Student perception of the quality of online learning is a prominent component of an online course. However, it is not the only component to consider, as various factors could contribute or present barriers to a student’s perception of quality, impacting retention in online learning. Understanding students’ perceptions regarding online learning and the factors that contribute to their experiences will ultimately lead to improvements in online learning systems and practices. This qualitative, single descriptive case study explored how graduate students perceive quality in online learning and the impact those perceptions could have on retention based on the factors that influenced their experiences. Data were collected using an online questionnaire and a semi-structured interview. The participants were selected from a private university in northeast Georgia and were online graduate nursing students. The results of this study reflected what graduate nursing students perceive as important factors necessary to improve the quality of online learning. The results showed several contributing factors that would impact retention in online learning. Majority of the participants expressed the need for improvement in teaching strategies that could improve online learning. Participants communicated the importance of engaging students to reduce the feeling of isolation, thus maintaining or increasing the possibility of retention in online programs.
Book Synopsis A Study of International Students' Perceptions of Online Courses by : Caroline Mulia
Download or read book A Study of International Students' Perceptions of Online Courses written by Caroline Mulia and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The purpose of this study was to define international students' perceptions regarding the effectiveness of online courses. International students in higher education contribute a great deal of money to the U.S. economy. As a result, American institutions are being pressured to invest more time and effort to accommodate these students. A survey was sent out to international students who were enrolled during spring semester 2008 to determine what these accommodations might need to be. The analysis of the survey was divided into two sections: demographics and other data. Even though only 37 of the 82 students who responded had taken an online course, the data still provide a good overview of their perceptions of online courses. Generally, international students were satisfied with their online courses. Technology and instructor support were the most difficult issues that they encountered. In addition, most international students did not find any language or cultural barriers although some felt that their cultural differences could have impacted the ways they performed in their online courses. Student comments suggest there is a need to expand social interactions among faculty and students when conducting online courses. It was also noted that global-oriented curriculums where students and instructors work hand-in-hand to explore international issues could increase the quality of online courses.
Book Synopsis A Survey Study of the Association Between Perceptions of Interactions, Learning and Satisfaction Among Undergraduate Online Students by : Sasikumar Benzigar
Download or read book A Survey Study of the Association Between Perceptions of Interactions, Learning and Satisfaction Among Undergraduate Online Students written by Sasikumar Benzigar and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 141 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Undergraduate students' perceptions of their presences in online learning environments are critical in creating online courses that can best enhance their learning. Hence, understanding how learners perceive their presences in the online environment could assist course designers and instructors in creating quality online learning experiences. The purpose of this study was to explore (1) the perceptions of undergraduate students regarding teaching, social and cognitive presences in online courses and (2) to determine the differences characterizing undergraduate students' perceptions of teaching, social and cognitive presences in online courses based on their age, gender, class standing, online experience, course enrollment, and course duration.
Book Synopsis Ensuring Quality Education and Good Learning Environments for Students by : Ana B Bernardo
Download or read book Ensuring Quality Education and Good Learning Environments for Students written by Ana B Bernardo and published by Mdpi AG. This book was released on 2021-11-19 with total page 254 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Today, new technologies bring with them an everchanging panorama, forcing us to constantly update our knowledge. For this reason, quality education is necessary in all areas of knowledge and at all educational levels. The quality of our educational systems and the questions raised by reviewing whether our educational institutions offer quality education or not are some of the main reasons why quality education is a topic that, in recent years, has captured the interest of governments, researchers and lecturers, among others. This issue brings together different socioeducational actors with their concerns for and commitments to higher education, in order to achieve the aim of providing people with the competencies necessary to adapt to a changing and competitive world, in which the individual needs to engage in lifelong learning and where education must align with sustainable development goals, such as democracy, justice and equality. All of this provides us with a scenario for reflecting on and researching fundamental questions, such as how to prevent school absenteeism, how to deal with students leaving school early, how to prevent or alleviate the phenomenon of dropping out in higher education, etc. In other words, can we assume that student failure is partly due to the failure of our educational systems? Are we educating self-regulated, critical, learning-motivated and competent students? These and other questions lead us to search for measures with which we can improve the quality of our educational systems by proposing strategies and developing tools to enhance the lecturing-learning processes in our classrooms.
Book Synopsis An Investigation on Students' Perceptions of Online Course Quality and Contributing Factors for Those Perceptions by : Yi Yang
Download or read book An Investigation on Students' Perceptions of Online Course Quality and Contributing Factors for Those Perceptions written by Yi Yang and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 286 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis The Seven Principles in Action by : Susan Rickey Hatfield
Download or read book The Seven Principles in Action written by Susan Rickey Hatfield and published by Jossey-Bass. This book was released on 1995 with total page 190 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Student Perceptions of Quality in Fully Online Courses by : Rita M. Thomas
Download or read book Student Perceptions of Quality in Fully Online Courses written by Rita M. Thomas and published by . This book was released on 2017 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Undergraduate Business Student Perceptions of Teaching Presence in Online Classes by : Betty Makani
Download or read book Undergraduate Business Student Perceptions of Teaching Presence in Online Classes written by Betty Makani and published by . This book was released on 2015 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The purpose of this study was to examine undergraduate business student perceptions of teaching presence in order to scale up online learning to improve access to quality education. This study also responded to Senate Bill 520, calling for the improved online course quality. The data were obtained from 437 undergraduate business students (response rate 79.17%). A non-experimental, cross-sectional survey design was used, incorporating the Teaching Presence Scale and Lukow's Attitudes Towards the Use of Technology Survey. Teaching Presence was the theoretical framework. Data analysis regarding the participants' personal characteristics indicated that their perceptions of teaching presence were not influenced by age. A statistically significant difference was found in the participants' perception of teaching presence by gender (p
Book Synopsis Student Perceptions of Quality and Satisfaction in Online Education by : Jill M. Simpson
Download or read book Student Perceptions of Quality and Satisfaction in Online Education written by Jill M. Simpson and published by . This book was released on 2012 with total page 131 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The purpose of this study was to examine student perceptions of quality and satisfaction in regionally accredited online courses. This study intended to answer the following four research questions (1) Is there a significant difference in levels of student satisfaction between online courses that have undergone a systematic faculty peer review process and online courses that have not undergone a systematic faculty peer review process?; (2) Is there a significant difference in levels of student satisfaction between online courses that have not undergone a systematic faculty peer review process but are affiliated with a peer review program and online courses that have no affiliation with a peer review program?; (3) Which factors of quality instruction most directly relate to increased levels of student satisfaction in online courses that have been faculty peer reviewed?; and (4) Which factors of quality instruction most directly relate to increased levels of student satisfaction in online courses that have not been faculty peer reviewed but are affiliated with a peer review program? A total of 157 responses (out of 1,774 solicited) were obtained from the student satisfaction questionnaire, which is a 9% student response rate. A total of 7 responses (out of 54 solicited) were obtained from the course designer questionnaire, which is a 13% course designer response rate. Results of the study confirmed with statistical significance that students who were more comfortable with distance learning reported higher satisfaction with their online course. Results of the study also indicated that online courses that have undergone a formal peer review may lead to higher student satisfaction in the course. Surprisingly, however, results also indicated that courses that have not undergone a formal peer review but that are offered at institutions that are subscribed to a peer review program may lead to lower student satisfaction of the course. Both of these results were non-significant. The researcher recommends striving for statistical significance in future research by using a larger sample size. Additionally, the researcher recommends future research regarding the correlation of student satisfaction to peer review subscriptions, even without a formal peer review.
Book Synopsis Student Perceptions of Online Course Quality by : Brian Riley Wilcox
Download or read book Student Perceptions of Online Course Quality written by Brian Riley Wilcox and published by . This book was released on 2013 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Meaningful Online Learning by : Nada Dabbagh
Download or read book Meaningful Online Learning written by Nada Dabbagh and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2018-08-15 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Meaningful Online Learning explores the design and facilitation of high-quality online learning experiences and outcomes through the integration of theory-based instructional strategies, learning activities, and proven educational technologies. Building on the authors’ years of synthesized research and expertise, this textbook prepares instructors in training to create, deliver, and evaluate learner-centered online pedagogies. Pre- and in-service K–12 teachers, higher education faculty, and instructional designers in private, corporate, or government settings will find a comprehensive approach and support system for their design efforts.
