Post Graduate Research Projects: Higher Education

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    Exploring the use of blended learning to change perceptions towards economics
    (The IIE, 2015) Aboobaker, Feroza
    The purpose of this exploratory research is to determine the effectiveness of using a blended learning teaching strategy to increase student engagement and changing student sentiment towards the subject of economics. Classroom lessons were extended to an online platform through the use of discussion forums, blogs and online activities. Data was collated using a cross sectional survey design where students were required to provide feedback on the blended learning approach and rank the most enjoyable activities through a questionnaire. The findings revealed that the use of blended learning helped to improve student sentiment towards economics and the relevance of the subject became more apparent. Students preferred activities that included group work and simulation exercises. This would imply that the use of a constructive learning theory in the classroom is an appropriate method to improving student engagement and student attitude towards economics.
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    Exploring the Use of Wiki as a Technology Tool to Facilitate Student Engagement in a Business Management Module
    (2016) Gouws, Gareth
    The majority of literature supports the idea that student engagement is critical in achieving student throughput rates. This study investigated the function technology serves in meeting the needs of students in a first-year Sport Marketing course. Students’ perception of their level of engagement, pertaining to the learning material of a Business Management module, through the use of a technology tool known as “wiki”, is investigated. The data collection tool was in the form of a questionnaire, and findings indicated students viewed wiki as a successful online tool which promotes content engagement. Findings also suggest wiki promotes collaborative learning, improves overall student participation and cognitive engagement. The study affirms the premise that students enjoy incorporating technology into the classroom, thus affirming the idea that by applying a blended learning approach, millennial students experience and achieve greater learning outcomes.