scholarly journals Motivation Path between the Difficulties and Attitudes of Using the E-Learning Systems in the Jordanian Universities: Aajloun University as a Case Study

2019 ◽  
Vol 14 (19) ◽  
pp. 26 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ghazi Hussein Shakah ◽  
Ali Taha Al-Oqaily ◽  
Fadi Alqudah
Keyword(s):  
Technology Acceptance ◽  
Learning Difficulties ◽  
Study Data ◽  
Learning Systems ◽  
Learning System ◽  
Technology System ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Motivation Level ◽  
The Relationship

The E-learning systems are important for the universities due to the gained benefits from these systems. By using the E-learning system, the learning expenses can be reduced, the learning management would be improved, and the learning quality could be enhanced. Like any technology system, the students' motivation and positive attitude are success keys of the E-learning adoption by the universities. There are many difficulties faced by the students in using the E-learning system such as the technical difficulties, services difficulties, awareness, interactivity, and security concerns. This study aims to study the effects of the E-learning difficulties on the attitudes of using the E-learning systems through the path of students' motivation. The Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) is adopted to construct the conceptual model in this study. This study considered the E-learning difficulties as independent factor, the mediating factor is the motivation of using the E-learning systems, and the dependent factor is the attitudes toward the using of the E-learning systems. Based on the constructed model, three research hypotheses are developed to test the relationship between the E-learning difficulties and motivation, between motivation and attitudes, and between difficulties and attitudes through the motivation. The quantitative data method using questionnaire is used to collect the study data. The data collected from 154 students from Ajloun University as a case study of Jordanian universities. The case study is selected due the experience of the students in using E-learning system called BigBlueButton. The questionnaire data were analyzed using AMOS tool in order to discover the direct and indirect paths between the study variables. The significant results show that there moderator effects of the students motivation on the relationship between the E-learning difficulties and the attitudes toward the using of these systems. The P-values is significant at p < 0.05 on the relationship between the study variables. Another important result is that the difficulties of E-learning such as technical, services, and interactivity should be avoided to improve the motivation level of using the E-learning systems. Also, the low motivation level lead to decrease the attitudes level toward the using of E-learning systems. The contribution of this study represented by fill the research gap of the motivation path on the relationship between the E-learning difficulties and attitudes. This study gives the university important details about the features of success implementations of E-learning systems.

scholarly journals Are Computer Experience and Anxiety Irrelevant? Towards a Simple Model for Adoption of E-Learning Systems

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (5) ◽  
pp. 112
Author(s):  
Aamer Hanif ◽  
Ahmed Faisal Siddiqi ◽  
Zunera Jalil
Keyword(s):  
Technology Acceptance ◽  
Behavioral Intention ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
External Factors ◽  
Learning Systems ◽  
Perceived Usefulness ◽  
Learning System ◽  
University Education ◽  
Computer Experience ◽  
E Learning

Massive growth of technology based e-learning systems is enabling student access to academic content from higher education institutions around the world. This study explores the antecedents of behavioral intention of students to use e-learning systems in university education to supplement classroom learning. A quantitative approach involving a structural equation model is adopted and research data collected from 358 undergraduate students is used for analysis. The study framework is based upon the technology acceptance model (TAM) and three external factors are proposed to influence the behavioral intention of students to use e-learning. Frequently used external factors in previous researches like computer experience and anxiety were not used and alternate factors were explored. Results show that self-efficacy, enjoyment and results demonstrability have a significant positive influence on perceived usefulness and on perceived ease of use of the e-learning system. The study contributes to understanding such contributory factors from the viewpoint of a student by suggesting that these factors hold well in the Pakistani academia culture where sufficient relevant empirical evidence did not exist due to lack of prior studies.

scholarly journals An investigation into e-learning acceptance and gender amongst final year students

2015 ◽  
Vol 17 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Willie Chinyamurindi ◽  
Herring Shava
Keyword(s):  
Technology Acceptance ◽  
South African ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Learning Systems ◽  
Perceived Usefulness ◽  
Learning System ◽  
Perceived Ease Of Use ◽  
Electronic Learning ◽  
Gender Divide ◽  
E Learning

Background: The use of electronic learning (e-learning) systems is gaining popularity especially within a Higher Education (HE) context. However, scholars have identified some factors that affect the utilisation and the acceptance of such systems, one of which is the gender divide, which favours mostly males ahead of females.Objectives: The objective of this study was to investigate the acceptance of the e-learning system within a South African HE setting, including the influential role of gender in the acceptance of such a system. Method: Quantitative data was collected through a cross-sectional survey using 113 registered final year students at a South African university who were making use of an e-learning system as part of their teaching delivery. The measuring instrument used was the technology acceptance instrument (TAI) and included measures of computer self-efficacy (CSE), perceived ease of use (PEU), perceived usefulness (PU), and behavioural intention to use (BIU). Results: The presence of a gender divide was found to exist in this study. Women’s ratings of the acceptance of e-learning systems were found to be slightly higher than those of the male respondents. In addition to this, elements of the TAI were found to be related to one another. Conclusion: The study concludes by arguing that lecturers and facilitators need to pay attention to usage patterns of e-learning systems as they affect how such systems are adopted by their students. Therefore, preceding student acceptance of electronic learning systems should be efforts to address any issues that affect the acceptance and effective utilisation of such systems.

scholarly journals Learning Styles and Dyslexia Types – Understanding Their Relationship and its Benefits in Adaptive E-learning Systems

2020 ◽  
Vol 14 (15) ◽  
pp. 25
Author(s):  
Aisha Y Alsobhi ◽  
Khaled H Alyoubi
Keyword(s):  
Learning Styles ◽  
Learning Style ◽  
Learning Systems ◽  
Learning System ◽  
Knowledge Level ◽  
Educational Establishment ◽  
E Learning ◽  
User Learning ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Better Than

Learning is a fundamental element of people’s everyday lives. Learning experiences can take the form of our interactions with others, through attending an educational establishment, etc. Not everyone learns in the same way, and even people who are considered to have a similar standard of abilities or proficiency will exhibit different learning styles. This does not necessarily mean that some students are better than others; it means that students are different from one another. Adaptive e-learning system should be capable of adapting the content to the user learning style, abilities and knowledge level. In this paper, we investigate the benefits of incorporating learning styles and dyslexia type in adaptive e-learning systems. Adaptivity aspects based on dyslexia type and learning styles enrich each other, enabling systems to provide learners with materials which fit their needs more accurately. Besides, consideration of learning styles and dyslexia type can contribute to more accurate student modelling. In this paper, the relationship between learning styles, the Felder–Silverman learning style model (FSLSM), and dyslexia type, is investigated. These relationships will lead to a more reliable student model.

scholarly journals Students’ Intention to Participate in E-learning

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Khairul . ◽  
Eugene Okyere-Kwakye ◽  
Desi Ilona ◽  
Zaitul .
Keyword(s):  
Technology Acceptance ◽  
Technology Acceptance Model ◽  
Discriminant Validity ◽  
Learning System ◽  
Convergent And Discriminant Validity ◽  
Intention To Participate ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Research Objects ◽  
Acceptance Model ◽  
The Relationship

This study seeks to investigate the effect of controllability and responsiveness on the perceived ease of e-learning use. This study also aims to determine the relationship between the perceived ease of e-learning use and the student’s intention to participate in e- learning. This study extends the technology acceptance model by considering the external factors; controllability and responsiveness of e-learning system. Thirty-one students from Bung Hatta University were selected as research objects for this study, and three hypotheses were developed. SEM-PLS was applied to analyze the data and smart-pls 3.2.7 software was used to reject the null hypotheses. Having had a satisfied convergent and discriminant validity, this study demonstrates that the controllability and responsiveness of an e-learning system does not have a significant effect on the perceived ease of e-learning use. However, the relationship between the perceived ease of e-learning use and the students’ intention to participate in e-learning is significantly positive. The practical and theoretical implications are discussed in this paper.

scholarly journals Investigating a theoretical framework for e-learning technology acceptance

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (6) ◽  
pp. 6484 ◽  
Author(s):  
Barween Al Kurdi ◽  
Muhammad Alshurideh ◽  
Said A. Salloum
Keyword(s):  
University Students ◽  
Technology Acceptance ◽  
Theoretical Framework ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Learning Systems ◽  
Perceived Usefulness ◽  
Learning System ◽  
Learning Technology ◽  
Perceived Ease Of Use ◽  
E Learning

E-learning has gained recognition and fame in delivering and distributing educational resources, and the same has become possible with the occurrence of Internet and Web technologies. The research seeks to determine the factors that influence students' acceptance of E-learning and to find out the way these factors determine the students' intention to employ E-learning. A theoretical framework was developed based on the technology acceptance model (TAM). To obtain information from the 270 university students who utilized the E-learning system, a questionnaire was formulated. The results revealed that “social influence, perceived enjoyment, self-efficacy, perceived usefulness, and perceived ease of use” are the strongest and most important predictors in the intention of and students towards E-learning systems. The outcomes offer practical implications for practitioners, lawmakers, and developers in effective E-learning systems implementation to improve ongoing interests and activities of university students in a virtual E-learning atmosphere, valuable recommendations for E-learning practices are given by the research findings, and these may turn out to be as guidelines for the efficient design of E-learning systems.

scholarly journals Forming an e-learning Proposed Model. A Case Study of Palestine

2021 ◽  
Vol 17 (2) ◽  
pp. 16-23
Author(s):  
Haitham Jouda ◽  
Maysara Abu Dan ◽  
Ahmed Awaja ◽  
Ahmad Tafish
Keyword(s):  
Learning Systems ◽  
International Standards ◽  
Learning System ◽  
Review Of Literature ◽  
Technology Infrastructure ◽  
Proposed Model ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Palestinian Universities ◽  
Over Time

Abstract Nowadays, e-learning systems play an important role in our life; they help instructors in the process of teaching and help the students and learners to access knowledge. e-learning is the concept that refers to the use of computerized and smart tools and designed systems in the learning process. Also, the interest in e-learning has started to increase dramatically, and researchers everywhere have become more interested in how to develop e-learning in all aspects. Therefore, the aim of this study is to present a model that includes the most important necessary variables required to provide and implement e-learning systems according to international standards for the students of Palestinian universities. This study undertook an in-depth review of literature concerning the success of e-learning implementation and focusing on the aspects of technology, infrastructure, scientific materials and services provided. The proposed model in this study will be the first building block that universities can focus on in designing, building and developing their own e-learning system and will be a cornerstone and the basis in the development of e-learning in Palestine over time.

scholarly journals Success factors for e-learning in a developing country: A case study of Serbia

2014 ◽  
Vol 15 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Miroslava Raspopovic ◽  
Aleksandar Jankulovic ◽  
Jovana Runic ◽  
Vanja Lucic
Keyword(s):  
Success Factors ◽  
Learning System ◽  
Transitional Country ◽  
Learning Evaluation ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Subject Areas ◽  
The Given ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Students Satisfaction

<p>In this paper, DeLone and McLean’s updated information system model was used to evaluate the success of an e-Learning system and its courses in a transitional country like Serbia. In order to adapt this model to an e-Learning system, suitable success metrics were chosen for each of the evaluation stages. Furthermore, the success metrics for e-Learning evaluation are expanded by providing several systems for quantifying the given success metrics. The results presented in this paper are based on courses that were taught both online and traditionally in three different subject areas: graphic design, information technology, and management. Of particular interest were success metrics which can be determined using quantifiable data from the e-Learning system itself, in order to evaluate and find the relationship between students’ academic achievement, usage of learning materials, and students’ satisfaction. The results from different courses were used to illustrate the implementation and evaluation of these success metrics for both online and traditional students.</p>

Securing E-Learning Systems

2008 ◽  
pp. 2139-2148
Author(s):  
Michelle Ramim ◽  
Yair Levy
Keyword(s):  
Cyber Attacks ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
Learning Systems ◽  
Learning System ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Sensitive Information ◽  
Cyber Attack ◽  
Policies And Procedures ◽  
E Learning

The growing use of e-learning systems has been documented by numerous studies (Levy, 2005). Yet in spite of this enormous growth, little attention has been given to the issue of security of e learning systems both in research and in practice. Security of e-learning systems has a unique challenge as these systems are accessed and managed via the Internet by thousands of users over hundreds of networks. However, the Internet can pose security threats such as unauthorized access, hacking/cracking, obtaining sensitive information, and altering data and configuration, as well as enabling academic misconduct incidents (Freeh, 2000; Ramim, 2005; Sridhar & Bhasker, 2003). At the same time, cyber attacks have proliferated significantly in recent years. As a result, proper IT policies and procedures, in particular ones related to security of information systems, have become critical for organizations. This case study was written from the IS consultant’s point of view and addresses the issues related to insider cyber attacks combined with novice IT management knowledge in a small university. After a year of substantial growth to its online learning program, the university in this case study experienced a devastating event that halted all academic activities enabled by the institution’s e-learning system. This case reveals that internal cyber attack as well as lack of proper IT policies and procedures all resulted in multiple instances of damage to the e-learning system. The case provides detailed documentation on the security audit performed as well as stimulation for class discussions on actions to be taken as a result of the insider’s cyber attack. Additionally, this case study attempts to provide a starting point on discussions in the area of security related to e-learning systems. It is hoped that this case study will stimulate discussions among practitioners and researchers related to e-learning systems security, and that it will help prevent such incidents from occurring at other academic institutions.

scholarly journals Looking under the Bonnet: Factors Affecting Student Adoption of E-Learning Systems in Jordan

2009 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Muneer Mahmood Abbad ◽  
David Morris ◽  
Carmel De Nahlik
Keyword(s):  
Technology Acceptance ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
Learning Systems ◽  
Learning System ◽  
Path Model ◽  
It Adoption ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
E Learning

The primary questions addressed in this paper are the following: what are the factors that affect students’ adoption of an e-learning system and what are the relationships among these factors? This paper investigates and identifies some of the major factors affecting students’ adoption of an e-learning system in a university in Jordan. E-learning adoption is approached from the information systems acceptance point of view. This suggests that a prior condition for learning effectively using e-learning systems is that students must actually use them. Thus, a greater knowledge of the factors that affect IT adoption and their interrelationships is a pre-cursor to a better understanding of student acceptance of e-learning systems. In turn, this will help and guide those who develop, implement, and deliver e-learning systems. In this study, an extended version of the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) was developed to investigate the underlying factors that influence students’ decisions to use an e-learning system. The TAM was populated using data gathered from a survey of 486 undergraduate students using the Moodle based e-learning system at the Arab Open University. The model was estimated using Structural Equation Modelling (SEM). A path model was developed to analyze the relationships between the factors to explain students’ adoption of the e-learning system. Whilst findings support existing literature about prior experience affecting perceptions, they also point to surprising group effects, which may merit future exploration.

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