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ERIC Number: EJ895693
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2010
Pages: 12
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ISSN: ISSN-1479-4403
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Evaluating the Impact of Distance Learning Support Systems on the Learning Experience of MBA Students in a Global Context
Bentley, Yongmei; Shegunshi, Anjali; Scannell, Mike
Electronic Journal of e-Learning, v8 n2 p51-62 2010
This paper reports the findings from an investigation into the distance learning support systems of a UK University's overseas MBA programme. This programme is provided to several countries around the world in alliance with the overseas' local higher educational institutions (HEIs), and is delivered primarily via online courses, but also with periods of face-to-face teaching by both UK and local staff. The aim of the research was to evaluate the learning support mechanisms that are used to deliver this programme overseas, and to determine their impact on the learning experience of the MBA students. The primary research method was questionnaire surveys which were conducted over two periods: April-July 2008, and January-March 2009. The first survey showed a high level of satisfaction with the MBA programme as delivered, but also indicated areas that could see further improvement. The impacts of programme changes were examined in the second survey which revealed students' improved satisfaction with the programme after the implementation of the changes in the programme support systems. The outcomes of this research have not only helped improve the learning support systems and enhanced the quality of this particular programme, but could also help provide guidelines for other HEIs that offer, or intend to offer, blended learning courses globally. (Contains 12 tables and 2 figures.)
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative
Education Level: Higher Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Germany; India; Oman; Poland; South Africa; Switzerland; United Kingdom
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