Pedagogy and Professional Development

Does an Online Professional Master's Program Meet Student Expectations?

Authors: Linda Manikowske (North Dakota State University) , Nancy Lyons (South Dakota State University) , Melody L.A. LeHew (Kansas State University) , Shubhapriya Bennur (University of Nebraska-Lincoln)

Abstract

Great-Plains Interactive Distance Education Alliance (GP-IDEA) has been a pioneer in offering fully-online graduate programs in high demand professional fields. The Alliance fosters collaborative development of high quality programs (Sanders, 2011; www.gpidea.org). The purpose of this case study was to investigate student perceptions and experiences of an on-line professional master’s program. Research objectives involved evaluation of student satisfaction with the following dimensions: program quality, program structure and content, student/instructor interactions, benefits of the program, applicability of the program in students’ professional life, and overall expectations of the program.

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How to Cite: Manikowske, L. , Lyons, N. , LeHew, M. L. & Bennur, S. (2015) “Does an Online Professional Master's Program Meet Student Expectations?”, International Textile and Apparel Association Annual Conference Proceedings. 72(1).