Date Approved
2-17-2014
Embargo Period
3-3-2020
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
M.A. Public Relations
Department
Public Relations/Advertising
College
Ric Edelman College of Communication & Creative Arts
Advisor
Basso, Joseph
Subject(s)
Education, Higher--Web-based instruction; Universities and colleges--Faculty
Disciplines
Higher Education | Public Relations and Advertising
Abstract
This study explores Rowan University professors' attitudes toward online education and its increasing prevalence. The researcher used an online survey program by which participants' feedback was gathered. The survey was sent to 201 Rowan University professors, and the data was analyzed with the computer program, Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) to obtain calculations and percentages. The survey results are presented in both narrative and chart form. The researcher concluded that from the results of the study that Rowan University professors' have diverse opinions about online education, but also recognize the value in this asset to higher education. Specific data demonstrates a favorable view of the potential for the further development of Rowan University's online presence.
Recommended Citation
Cross, Genevieve, "The changing focus of education: how Rowan University professors view the shift toward online education" (2014). Theses and Dissertations. 171.
https://rdw.rowan.edu/etd/171
