A Systematic Analytical Study on the Teaching and Evaluation of Distance Learning Courses: A Case Study of Accounting Theory and Scientific Research Methods Courses – Faculty of Administrative Sciences, Omdurman Islamic University

Abstract

This study was conducted to evaluate the experience of online learning at the Faculty of Administrative Sciences, Omdurman Islamic University, during the 2023–2024 academic year, in light of the sudden shift from traditional in-person education to remote learning due to the war conditions in Sudan. The study focused on two courses: Accounting Theory and Research Methods, using a descriptive-analytical methodology based on an online questionnaire completed by 30 male and female students. Both quantitative and qualitative analyses were applied to the collected data. The results revealed a high satisfaction rate of 96.7% among students, with positive evaluations of the effectiveness of various educational media such as PDF files, videos, and audio recordings. Academic interaction also proved successful, with 95% of students reporting that their inquiries received timely responses. The study identified key technical challenges, notably power outages and weak internet connectivity, along with the need for more interactive teaching methods for theoretical courses. Despite these challenges, the study concluded that the experience achieved notable success, emphasizing the importance of continuous interaction between students and instructors as a key factor in effective online learning. It recommended the development of a comprehensive digital platform, improvement of technical infrastructure, diversification of teaching methods-particularly for theory-based courses-and increased training in the use of e-learning tools. The study also highlighted the necessity of adopting a continuous assessment system. Overall, this research offers a practical model for education in crisis settings, clearly identifying strengths and areas for improvement, thereby contributing to the development of e-learning policies under challenging circumstances.