Student's perceptions when two class groups were brought together to give presentations in a management subject

Abstract

This communication presents the students’ perceptions after giving presentations when two class groups were brought together in the 2023-2024 academic course in the subject ‘Value Chain and Financial Economics’. The activity is consistent with the framework of the New Learning Context (NLC) implemented at La Salle-Universitat Ramon Llull (La Salle-URL), to promote active learning in an assessment activity by a group work. Students were organized in groups to give a presentation in front of two groups of classmates and two instructors. Findings indicate that engineering students value a multi-group presentation activity in a management subject for its potential to enhance learning, foster critical thinking, and enrich discussions. However, the study also highlights the need to balance challenges and support to manage stress and maintain focus.