Does an Online Professional Master's Program Meet Student Expectations?

Comparing Perceptions of Effectiveness of On-Campus and Hybrid Apparel Ph.D. Programs

“…Introduction: Programs within the field of textiles and apparel now offer distance-format master's degree options, which have been positively assessed by participating students (Manikowske, Lyons, LeHew, & Bennur, 2015). However, only one distance textile and apparelrelated Ph.D. program presently exists.…”

“…Student satisfaction is influenced by perceived effectiveness of a program at fostering academic and professional connections; graduate students are looking for knowledgeable faculty who will mentor them in teaching, research, and publication development (Broome et al, 2011;Manikowske et al, 2015). Hybrid graduate students desire additional interaction with faculty and peers and more program flexibility to allow them to balance family commitments and accommodate full-time work schedules (Bolliger & Halupa, 2012;Broome et al, 2011).…”

“…Literature Review: Graduate students desire programs that support their academic careers and offer a sense of community (Broome, Halstead, Pesut, Rawl, & Bowland, 2011;Manikowske et al, 2015). Student satisfaction is influenced by perceived effectiveness of a program at fostering academic and professional connections; graduate students are looking for knowledgeable faculty who will mentor them in teaching, research, and publication development (Broome et al, 2011;Manikowske et al, 2015).…”