ERIC Number: EJ801881
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2004
Pages: 9
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Performance Indicators in Online Distance Learning Courses: A Study of Management Education
Alstete, Jeffrey W.; Beutell, Nicholas J.
Quality Assurance in Education: An International Perspective, v12 n1 p6-14 2004
Examines student performance indicators in online distance learning courses offered on the Internet at a mid-sized private college in the USA. A sample of 74 undergraduate and 147 graduate business students in ten courses were selected for statistical analysis of their grade performance and the relationship with various indicators. The research results include findings that gender and age are related differently for undergraduate and graduate students to performance in distance learning courses, and that undergraduate grades, age, work experience, and discussion board grades are significantly related to overall course performance. However, standardized test scores (SATs, GMATs) and organization position level are not related to the performance in distance learning courses. Makes recommendations for further qualitative and empirical research on distance learning student performance in online computer-mediated courses and programs. (Contains 2 tables.)
Descriptors: Graduate Students, Private Colleges, Distance Education, Academic Achievement, Statistical Analysis, Business Administration Education, Educational Indicators, Performance Based Assessment, Portfolio Assessment, Correlation, Virtual Classrooms, Performance Factors
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Education Level: Higher Education
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