Student Perceptions of Online Education
Department
Systems and Industrial Engineering
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
Summer 2010
Abstract
The purpose of this research is to study general student perceptions of online education and characterize the differences that exist between various student demographic groups, with a focus on differences between those who have and have not previously taken courses online. We surveyed more than 300 students and analyzed their responses. Although almost every survey participant agreed that on-line courses are more convenient for students, there were significant disagreements and different perspectives about on-line education between the groups. Results from this research can be used to shape marketing and advising efforts for on-line courses and programs.
Journal Title
Advances in Engineering Education
Journal ISSN
1941-1766
Volume
2
Issue
2
First Page
1
Last Page
23