effects of computer-assisted instruction on achievement in the accounting principles course on the community college level

Author

• S. Keith Sparkman

Author Type

Graduate Student

Date of Award

1992

Document Type

Thesis

Publication Status

Version of Record

Submission Date

October 2026

Thesis/Dissertation Advisor [Chair]

MacKenzie, Donald G.

Abstract

Many of the studies dealing with computer-assisted instruction in accounting appear to be descriptive and anecdotal in nature (Bialaszewski, Kocakulah & Bialaszewski, 1986; Cerullo, Topiol & Klein, 1989; Helmi, 1986; Kent & Linnegar, 1988). The purpose of this research was to estimate the effect, if any, that a specific computer-assisted instruction (CAI) program, Hypergraphics, had on student achievement in a basic accounting course at a community college. The results of this study indicate that CAI is no better, yet no worse than traditional instructional methods. The results of this study also indicate that students' grade point averages (GPAs) may contribute to their degree of success in accounting. Students with medium GPAs and students with high GPAs achieved at significantly (p $<$.05) higher levels in an accounting course, regardless of treatment.

Extent

90 p.

Comments

Thesis (Ed.D.)--Florida Atlantic University, 1992.|Thesis (Ed.D.)--Florida Atlantic University, 1992.

Recommended Citation

Sparkman, S. Keith, "effects of computer-assisted instruction on achievement in the accounting principles course on the community college level" (1992). Electronic Theses and Dissertations 1990 - 1999. 296.
https://digitalcommons.fau.edu/etd_general_4/296

Identifier

FADT12300

Format

pdf