Quality Research Supervisory Practices at a Distance: Exploring the Experiences of Zimbabwe Open University Postgraduate in Education Students
Journal Title: European Journal of Business and Social Sciences - Year 2012, Vol 1, Issue 4
Abstract
Quality research supervision is one of the main concerns among institutions and stakeholders today especially those involved in open and distance learning (ODL). This study examined the views of postgraduate students on factors contributing to quality in postgraduate research supervision in the Zimbabwe Open University. The study was qualitative. Open-ended questionnaires and autobiographical accounts were used to collect data from a purposive sample of 43 Masters in Education and three (6) Doctoral students from the Zimbabwe Open University. The study found out that while students preferred to be supervised by effective, efficient, dynamic, reflective, results and quality oriented supervisors they still needed to be accorded respect as scholars and colleagues in research. They cited support systems that include library, Internet and ancillary services as critical aspects that ensure quality research. Respondents further impressed that tutor availability, timeous feedback, conducive environment, a vision for quality and excellent research leadership as quality factors in an ODL context.The study recommended scholarly and ethical practices in postgraduate research supervision supported by resources and quality oriented, skilled and experienced supervisors in a colleagueship environment. Further research could be done on the support needed and challenges encountered by postgraduate students in the Zimbabwe Open University.
Authors and Affiliations
Chiome Chrispen. (Corresponding Author)| Lecturer, Department of Educational Management Masvingo Regional Campus. Zimbabwe Open University Phone: 0026339264965 Fax: 026339264993 Cell: 0263912905274 E-mail: chrischiom@yahoo.ca, Raphinos Alexander Chabaya| Regional campus Director: Zimbabwe Open University Phone: 0026339 264993 Fax: 0026339 264993 Cell: 00263 912369969 E-mail: raphinoschabaya@gmail.com, Mupa Paul| Quality assurance co-ordinator: Zimbabwe Open University. E-mail: mupapaul@cooltoad.com, Chabaya Owence (Dr)| University of Fort Hare E-mail: chabayaowence@yahoo.com
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