USING A GENERALIZED CHECKLIST TO IMPROVE STUDENT ASSIGNMENT SUBMISSION TIMES IN AN ONLINE COURSE

Authors

  • Terence William Cavanaugh University of North Florida, College of Education and Human Services
  • Marcia L. Lambkin University of North Florida, College of Education and Human Services
  • Haihong (Helen) Hu University of Central Arkansas (501) 852-2577 Mashburn 224 UCA | 201 Donaghey Ave. | Conway, AR 72035

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.24059/olj.v16i4.235

Keywords:

Checklist, assignments, submission time, strategy, organization

Abstract

Learning environments such as web-based instruction require more learner self-control and proactive learning to construct knowledge and acquire skills. However, online students often fail to complete some components of their online work each week, damaging their overall academic progress in the course. To assist students in completion and submission of work, three professors at a public southeastern university implemented the use of a generalized assignments checklist to enhance student self-monitoring in their online courses. Data on the submission of assignments was analyzed for relative timeliness. The results of this study showed a statistically significant difference based on the checklist received students to the control group, with a marked improvement of assignment submission timeliness, improving course satisfaction for students and instructors.

Author Biographies

Terence William Cavanaugh, University of North Florida, College of Education and Human Services

Associate Professor Leadership, School Counseling and Sport Managment University of North Florida 1 UNF Drive | Jacksonville, FL 32224 | Phone: (904) 620-1000

Marcia L. Lambkin, University of North Florida, College of Education and Human Services

Assistant Professor • Educational Leadership Leadership, School Counseling & Sports Management • College of Education & Human Services University of North Florida 1 UNF Drive | Jacksonville, FL 32224 | Phone: (904) 620-1000

Haihong (Helen) Hu, University of Central Arkansas (501) 852-2577 Mashburn 224 UCA | 201 Donaghey Ave. | Conway, AR 72035

Assistant Professor • Educational Leadership

Published

2012-06-23

Issue

Vol. 16 No. 4 (2012)

Section

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