Seven major challenges for e-learning in developing countries: Case study eBIT, Sri Lanka

By using an extensive framework for e-learning enablers and disablers (including 37 factors) this paper sets out to identify which of these challenges are most salient for an e-learning course in Sri Lanka. The study includes 1887 informants and data has been collected from year 2004 to 2007, coveri...

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Published in:International journal of education and development using information and communication technology 2008-09, Vol.4 (3), p.45
Main Author: Andersson, Annika
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Computer Attitudes
Computers
Developing countries
Dropout Rate
Education
Educational Demand
Educational technology
Electronic Learning
Informatics
Informatics, computer and systems science
Informatik
Informatik, data- och systemvetenskap
LDCs
Learning
Learning Activities
Learning Centers (Classroom)
Learning Management Systems
Management Systems
SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP
SOCIAL SCIENCES
Statistics, computer and systems science
Statistik, data- och systemvetenskap
Teacher Shortage
Teachers
Teaching
Teaching Methods
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Summary:By using an extensive framework for e-learning enablers and disablers (including 37 factors) this paper sets out to identify which of these challenges are most salient for an e-learning course in Sri Lanka. The study includes 1887 informants and data has been collected from year 2004 to 2007, covering opinions of students and staff. A quantitative approach is taken to identify the most important factors followed by a qualitative analysis to explain why and how they are important. The study identified seven major challenges in the following areas: Student support, Flexibility, Teaching and Learning Activities, Access, Academic confidence, Localization and Attitudes. In this paper these challenges will be discussed and solutions suggested. [PUBLICATION ABSTRACT]
ISSN:1814-0556
1814-0556