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    The impact of online delivery on the Financial Accounting III curriculum : a student perspective at Durban University of Technology (DUT)
    (2022-10-01) Joshua, Kim Mary; Bhana, Anrusha
    The study aimed to determine whether the current online technological platforms support teaching, learning and assessment of the Financial Accounting III (FA3) module at the Durban University of Technology. The study explored the effectiveness of the emergency change of the Financial Accounting III module curriculum delivery on students’ ability to learn and be assessed. This study also examined the impact of online accounting curriculum delivery on the Financial Accounting III students at Durban University of Technology, Durban. The following questions premised the research. Is the online curriculum effective in supporting all Financial Accounting III students’ learning? What are the challenges experienced by Financial Accounting III students in terms of the change to online curriculum delivery? What must be done to enhance online curriculum delivery to promote students’ learning and performance? The researcher adopted a quantitative method for the study. A census approach allowed the entire population of 800 students completing the Financial Accounting III modules an equal opportunity to participate in this study. The study revealed that 34% of the target population gave feedback on their experience. The target population of Financial Accounting III students were selected due to their experience with both traditional and online pedagogies in their diploma qualifications. This study’s findings revealed that students have adjusted to how they experience teaching, learning and assessments. The study revealed an urgent need to train students and facilitators. Due to the global Covid-19 pandemic, the transition from traditional to online pedagogy took place with very little student and academic training. Interestingly, Financial Accounting III students embraced the pedagogical change. Even though the two technological platforms used during this transition phase of curriculum delivery did not cater for discipline-specific needs, these online platforms were user-friendly and easy to connect with academic staff, tutors, and peers.
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    Assessing information distribution practices adopted by the Durban University of Technology and the Central Applications Office
    (2023-04-13) Ngcobo, Lungile Preety; Dongwe, C. K.; Parbanath, Steven
    Information distribution to prospective students remains crucial for the South African higher education sector and when handled inappropriately, can negatively impact access to universities. Hence, the practices adopted when distributing information are an area that requires serious exploration by HEIs. Considering that accessing information is a primary need in the higher education sector, this study assessed the information distribution practices adopted by the Durban University of Technology (DUT) and the Central Applications Office (CAO) in South Africa. The study adopted a qualitative research approach. Semi-structured individual interviews with thirteen staff members who are responsible for distributing information at DUT Riverside campus were conducted to collect primary data. Furthermore, primary data was also generated from one focus group discussion comprising six staff members from both academic and support departments. The study further analysed secondary data in the form of DUT and CAO websites, news headlines as well as social media sites of these two organisations. Data were analysed thematically. The findings illuminate various practices adopted to distribute information to prospective students. Furthermore, it was found that there is use of several information distribution channels. These include distributing information by means of visits to schools and on campus, during registration period. Other channels include manual distributions, the use of digital platforms and traditional media such as radio. Of concern, was the mushrooming of fake social media websites claiming to distribute information on behalf of DUT and CAO. There were also concerns regarding the role of student political organisations and security guards. The findings further indicate factors influencing the practices adopted when distributing information. These include political, economic, social and technological factors. The study further highlights existing confusion in the distribution of information between DUT and CAO. Therefore, HEIs have to pay attention to clarifying this through various policies and communications. There is also a need to clarify what information should be distributed, in order to enhance access.