Effectiveness of using an enterprise system to teach process‐centered concepts in business education

Abstract

This study investigates whether or not student's performance, self-efficacy, and satisfaction are enhanced by the use of an enterprise system as a support tool for learning business process and enterprise systems concepts. The study compares three instructional delivery methods. A traditional instruction method (lecture format plus reading/exercises) serves as the control. The second and third instructional methods are computer-based methods. In the second method, students receive traditional lecture format with full access to hands-on an enterprise system transaction exercise. In the third method, students receive traditional lecture format, but also have full access to simulated hands-on an enterprise system via Web transaction exercises (i.e. ScreenCam movies). A statistically significant difference between-instructional methods effect is found. Post hoc analysis showed that the simulated hands-on instruction group's performance score was significantly higher than that of the control group. There were no other statistically significant differences found, but practical considerations at this learning environment are discussed.

Evaluating the impact of ERP systems in higher education

“…Overall, prior research on ERPs revealed some important results, opening the path for new empirical investigations on ERP systems in a university environment, especially using ERP systems in the classroom for learning and teaching purposes (Yvonne Lederer et al, 2004) such as the usefulness of using ERP systems for enhancing learning by providing ways to transform the classroom into a real business environment (Noguera and Watson, 2004).…”

Does ERP Hands‐On Experience Help Students Learning Business Process Concepts?

“…Students receiving training in enterprise systems scored higher in tests measuring knowledge of human resources business practices but results were not statistically significant. Noguera (2000) examined student performance and self‐efficacy with different ERP instructional methods. His study found no differences in process understanding among students reviewing BPs through a Web tutorial as compared with actual experience with enterprise software.…”

Towards Diversity in ERP Education – The Example of an ERP Curriculum

“…These discussions clearly point out that ERP systems are or should be an important component of university curricula in information system-related subjects and courses. However, this is not a trivial task, as Noguera and Watson [19] discuss. Because there is no standardized approach, the choice of systems and their number, as well as the structure and number of ERP courses, differ from university to university [8].…”