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Global management education via the Internet.

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Abstract

This paper looks at the application of WebCT to one MBA level course, and discusses some of its advantages (such as increased student participation) and disadvantages (inadequate for the execution of simulations). Pointers for future Internet instructors are offered.

Introduction

Distance education has become a fairly common method of delivery for university programs. While this has accommodated the varied schedules of students, the comparable value of distance versus on-campus learning has been debated. Some researchers suggest that face-to-face interactions increase participant engagement in learning, and state that on-line courses ...

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