A Comparison of Student, Faculty, and Administrator Impressions of the Efficacy of Online Versus Face-to-Face Classes in Accounting

Abstract

Students, faculty, and administrators from north Texas public colleges and universities were posed questions about online and face-to-face classes in accounting. Results indicate that none believe that online classes are as effective or provide the quality of communication as do face-to-face classes in accounting. Yet, unlike students and faculty, administrators consider online classes essential to compete for student numbers needed for funding.