An assessment of the learning benefits of using a web-based learning environment when teaching accounting

Ilias G. Basioudis, Paul A. de Lange

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Abstract

The impact and use of information and communication technology on learning outcomes for accounting students is not well understood. This study investigates the impact of design features of Blackboard 1 used as aWeb-based Learning Environment (WBLE) in teaching undergraduate accounting students. Specifically, this investigation reports on a number of Blackboard design features (e.g. delivery of lecture notes, announcements, online assessment and model answers) used to deliver learning materials regarded as necessary to enhance learning outcomes. Responses from 369 on-campus students provided data to develop a regression model that seeks to explain enhanced participation and mental effort. The final regression shows that student satisfaction with the use of a WBLE is associated with five design features or variables. These include usefulness and availability of lecture notes, online assessment, model answers, and online chat.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)13-19
Number of pages7
JournalAdvances in Accounting
Volume25
Issue number1
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Jun 2009

Keywords

  • web-based learning environment
  • accounting education
  • mental effort
  • student satisfaction

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