Assessing Student Engagement with an Open Educational Resources in Technical Communication: A Case Study Using Google Analytics
Primary Investigator (PI) Name
Jonathan Arnett
Department
RCHSS - Technical Communication and Interactive Design
Abstract
The financial burden of purchasing course textbooks leaves many college students unprepared for class. One more reocurring solution to this problem is the adoption of Open Educational Resources (OERs), which have demonstrated similar educational value to traditional textbooks. However, it is still unclear how often and effectively students utilize these resources. This study seeks to address this gap by collecting data from Google Analytics on a free online textbook. These results suggest that while OERs may be a viable solution, more research is needed to understand how to better promote and integrate their use.The findings reveal that the majority of students did not access the OER, with only a small number consulting it for exams or assignments, and an even smaller number accessing it regularly.
Disciplines
Educational Assessment, Evaluation, and Research | Online and Distance Education | Other Education
Assessing Student Engagement with an Open Educational Resources in Technical Communication: A Case Study Using Google Analytics
The financial burden of purchasing course textbooks leaves many college students unprepared for class. One more reocurring solution to this problem is the adoption of Open Educational Resources (OERs), which have demonstrated similar educational value to traditional textbooks. However, it is still unclear how often and effectively students utilize these resources. This study seeks to address this gap by collecting data from Google Analytics on a free online textbook. These results suggest that while OERs may be a viable solution, more research is needed to understand how to better promote and integrate their use.The findings reveal that the majority of students did not access the OER, with only a small number consulting it for exams or assignments, and an even smaller number accessing it regularly.