Keywords

asynchronous online learning, peer evaluation, student engagement

Abstract

In traditional face-to-face classes, conventional wisdom suggests that delivering and watching group project presentations is a valuable learning experience. In this research, we examine the limits of student engagement and learning in an asynchronous online context. Specifically, 249 undergraduate students were assigned to perform peer evaluations of multiple ten-minute project presentations. The online learning platform collected objective viewing behavior for each student, allowing us to use viewing time as a proxy for engagement. We also collected self-reported attitudes towards the assignment, finding that while students value providing feedback, they do not consider it a valuable use of their time. Students who engage more are also likely to receive a better final course grade. Finally, students exhibit different types of viewing behavior (i.e., personas) when evaluating multiple videos. Based on these results, we provide suggestions for improving the design of online group presentation and peer-review assignments.

Original Publication Citation

Kumar, M., Valacich, J. S., Jenkins, J. L., Kim, D. (2022) “When is enough, enough? An Examination of Student Engagement when Watching Online Group Project Presentations” Hawaii International Conference on Computer and Systems Sciences. Hawaii, January 4-7.

Document Type

Conference Paper

Publication Date

2022

Publisher

Hawaii International Conference on Computer and Systems Sciences

Language

English

College

Marriott School of Business

Department

Information Systems Management

University Standing at Time of Publication

Full Professor

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