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A Case Study of Online MBA Courses

Published:2014 Issue: Volume: Page:200-232
ISSN:2327-1892
Container-title:Cases on Professional Distance Education Degree Programs and Practices
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Author:

Magjuka Richard J.¹,Liu Xiaojing¹

Affiliation:

1. Indiana University, USA

Abstract

This chapter presents a case study that examines the perceptions of online students and instructors regarding their their experiences in a reputable online MBA program. The findings indicate that both the instructors and students exhibited a high level of satisfaction with their online experiences in the program and positive attitude toward online learning in general. This study also explores the in-depth views of the online participants on several key components of online business education, including online learning facilitation and interaction, virtual teamwork, and Case-Based Learning (CBL). The issues and challenges identified in the study indicate a need for the instructors and students to receive more guidance and support, technologically and pedagogically, in order to create a more engaging and fruitful online learning environment.

Publisher

IGI Global

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