This study aimed to quantify the influence of student attributes, coursework resources, and
online assessments on student learning in business statistics. Surveys were administered to
students at the completion of both online and on-ground classes, covering student perception and
utilization of internal and external academic resources, as well as intrinsic motivating factors for
success in the course. Student performance as defined by quality points, various assignment
points, and time spent on assignments, was not significantly different between on-ground and
online students. However, use of resources and tools to complete homework and learn new topics
differed. As a whole, students predominantly utilized homework as the first tool to learn new
topics and complete homework, suggesting a paradigm shift in the way instructors should cater
to student’s learning habits.
The CAUSE Research Group is supported in part by a member initiative grant from the American Statistical Association’s Section on Statistics and Data Science Education