Authentic assessments and digital learning in accounting education

Data for a thesis presented in the form of three research papers: Research paper 1 (chapter 2) A mixed-method data collection approach was used. Quantitative and open-ended qualitative survey data was collected. Research paper 2 (chapter 3) A mixed-method data collection approach was used. Data was sourced from students' interactive online engagement while using a dedicated developed instant messaging tool. Transcripts of the students' instant messages served as the data source. Quantitative and open-ended qualitative survey data was also collected. Research paper 3 (chapter 4) A mixed-method data collection approach was used. Data was sourced from students' interactive online engagement while using an online social annotation platform to collaboratively read and annotate a financial reporting standard. Transcripts of the students' online annotations downloaded from the online platform served as the data source. Quantitative and open-ended qualitative survey data was also collected.