Making learning better

James Carter discusses how online platforms can continue to improve the online learning experience for trainee accountants

The journey of a trainee accountant involves continuous learning, which can become monotonous and make it difficult to maintain motivation. When working online, this can become even more evident, as remote learning can rely heavily on the same formats if done incorrectly, and add to the monotony.

However, it’s clear that online training is here to stay, so ensuring that the experience is engaging and optimised for students is key for the longevity of the technology. For this reason, we conducted research to predict just how eAssessments will look come 2027, gaining insights from students and experts with experience in delivering professional qualifications online.

The here and now

Out of the 150 students who replied to our survey, only 13% said that they preferred in-person exams. This is likely to be because online platforms offer flexibility in terms of location and time and seem a natural progression given we are in a digital age.

With such a positive response to the integration of online learning and remote assessment, it is important to deliver a platform that works for your online assessment strategy rather than making your strategy fit the platform.

Particularly with accountancy qualifications, the importance of exam preparation cannot be underestimated – but it isn’t always included in online learning platforms. This feature has been invaluable for learners using Rogo, and we believe it is key to improving the experience for trainee accountants. Past papers can be easily accessed and structured in multiple formats, from multiple choice questions to questions that require a more complex answer.

Looking to the future

The advancement of online learning and assessments doesn’t show any signs of slowing down and with technology developing as fast as it is the boundaries are limitless. For example, AI could help students who struggle with technical difficulties by providing virtual solutions to problems, eliminating the need for live support and streamlining the experience.

The training for accountancy qualifications is intended to mirror the professional accountancy experience, so is deliberately diverse in its testing formats. To ensure the best online experience for trainees, Rogo works to offer continuously evolving features that put learners in the best stead to succeed.

To find out more about Rogo’s benefits for accountancy qualifications, visit www.getrogo. com

• James Carter is CEO of Rogo