出版社：International Association for Computer Information Systems
摘要：This study seeks to evaluate the current state of online educational delivery and assess the perception of the these six issues — quality, rigor , engagement, retention, discussion component, and critical thinking — as well as acceptance of online education courses credits compared to the traditional face - to - face ac ademic model. A survey instrument was distributed to over 500 faculty, university administrators, and students to solicit their feedback towards current practices, attitudes, and beliefs about online courses. This study found that most faculty, administrat or, and students perceived online education to be inferior as compared to face - to - face delivery in six different areas . Furthermore, most faculty indicated an acceptance of online course credit for prerequisite traditional face - to - face undergraduate and gr aduate offerings. However, many facu lty reported that online courses should not be replacement for face - to - face in one 's major field of study.
