Motivation, internet access and ICT experience as factors of success in a non-moderated e-learning course

Jadrić, Mario; Bubaš, Goran; Babić, Snježana

doi:10.1504/ijidss.2010.033681

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“…In this context, the research was found that the internet, Google, mobile apps and software, cost, upgraded knowledge, time efficiency and technological devices are motivating the students and academics to carry on their learning process more comfortable and keep them connected among themselves, create a comfortable and understandable learning environment for students, using the technology to reduce the costs compared to traditional methods such as the lecture notes are stored as soft copies, the technology is kept on updating all the data and information available in the world quickly. These current findings were validated by the existing empirical evidence, as such the Jadric et al (2010), the internet has been identified as an essential underlying factor in the popularity of e-learning courses, Holder (2007) demonstrated that the internet is one of the main components underpinning the e-learning environment by facilitating and influencing the modalities of an online course, further, the study of Etherington (2019) has proved that Google apps such as Google Docs and Google Scholar were used in e-learning activities as supporting factors in their studies. Ansari and Tripathi (2017) studies reveal that m-learning apps can engage students anytime and anywhere in their learning process.…”

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Technology facilitation on inclusive learning; higher education institutions in Sri Lanka

Kirupainayagam

Sutha

2021

IJEM

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PurposeThe application of technology to higher education is contributing in many ways to create a highly adaptable, inclusive learning environment for all. This study intends to analyze the role of technology facilitation in creating an inclusive learning environment in the higher education institutions (HEIs), which would connect multi-ethnic students and academics effectively in the Sri Lankan context. Therefore, the primary aim of this study is to explore how technology facilitates inclusive learning in HEIs.Design/methodology/approachBased on the qualitative research approach, this study generated data from 30 undergraduates and 10 academics from 5 national universities in Sri Lanka to evaluate the effectiveness of technological facilitation in promoting inclusive learning. The data were then thematically analyzed using NVivo 10.FindingsThe nature of technology facilitation in HEIs and influencing factors such as the internet, search engines, mobile apps and software, cost involved, upgraded knowledge, time efficiency and technological devices. Further, the factors contribute to the HEIs and the benefits realized, such as information gathering, time-saving, cost reduction, information sharing, connective communication, easy learning and online services. On the other hand, challenges such as the involved parties’ resistance to technological change, inadequate infrastructure facilities, lack of technical knowledge, negative perceptions and behaviors, technical failures and health issues will also be assessed.Research limitations/implicationsImplications for policy and practice include a thorough understanding of the nature of technology facilitation in an inclusive environment. The researcher has recommended some strategies and mechanisms to the policymakers that will guide them to use technology as a tool to enhance the inclusive learning practices within HEIs.Originality/valueThis paper presents an original review and it contextualizes the technology facilitations in respect of the inclusive learning environment in HEIs.

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Technology facilitation on inclusive learning; higher education institutions in Sri Lanka

Kirupainayagam

Sutha

2021

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“…Motivation is fundamental to cognition, behaviour and communication. It is one of the most significant components of learning in any educational environment (Jadric et al, 2010). The significance of motivation as the most relevant factor of success has been emphasised in both traditional and online education (Yukselturk and Bulut, 2007;Lin, 2007).…”

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Influence of motivational factors on utilisation of Internet health information resources by resident doctors in Nigeria

Ajuwon

Popoola

2015

The Electronic Library

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Background The internet is a huge library with avalanche of information resources including healthcare information. There are numerous studies on use of electronic resources by healthcare providers including medical practitioners however, there is a dearth of information on the patterns of use of web-based health information resource by resident doctors in Nigeria. This study therefore investigates the influence of internet accessibility and demographic factors on utilization of web-based health information resources by resident doctors in tertiary healthcare institutions in Nigeria. Methods Descriptive survey design was adopted for this study. The population of study consisted of medical doctors undergoing residency training in 13 tertiary healthcare institutions in South-West Nigeria. The tertiary healthcare institutions were Federal Medical Centres, University Teaching Hospitals and Specialist Hospitals (Neuropsychiatric and Orthopaedic). A pre-tested, self-administered questionnaire was used for data collection. The Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) was used for data analysis. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, Pearson Product Moment correlation and multiple regression analysis. Results The mean age of the respondents was 34 years and males were in the majority (69.0%). A total of 96.1% respondents had access to the Internet. E-mail (X̄=5.40, SD=0.91), Google (X̄=5.26, SD=1.38), Yahoo (X̄=5.15, SD=4.44) were used weekly by the respondents. Preparation for Seminar/Grand Round presentation (X̄=8.4, SD=1.92), research (X̄=7.8, SD=2.70) and communication (X̄=7.6, SD=2.60) were ranked high as purposes for use of web-based information resources. There is a strong, positive and significant relationship between internet accessibility and utilization of web-based health information resources (r=0.628, p<0.05). Internet accessibility (B=0.911) and demographic factors: gender (B=−2.027), designation (B=−0.343) educational qualification (B=2.411) significantly influence utilization of web-based health information resources of the respondents. Conclusion A great majority of the respondents have access to the Internet and used web-based health information resources more for academic purposes than patient care. Training is required to promote use of internet health information resources among resident doctors. The findings of this study will be useful to the management of the 13 healthcare institutions regarding provision of appropriate internet facilities that will enhance access and use of web-based health information resources by resident doctors.

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“…Still are some who gave due focus on the motivational admittance people have to use the internet. According to them certain group of society don't want to use internet simply because of their preferences and predispositions (Jadrić, 2009). The scope of this particular study, however, is limited only to the digital divide which could occur as an aftermath of the xenophobic exclusionary political tribal ideology imposed on the citizens of Ethiopia affecting their passion to digital trade.…”

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The Impact of Tribal Politics on Public Passion to Digital Trade in Current Ethiopia

Solomon¹

2020

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<p><i>Ethiopia, a country once denoted as the cradle of mankind with a civilization of over 3000 years (Williams, 1997), is now at the threshold of disintegration (Leta, 199). Since the prejudiced exclusionary tribal political ideology, which was authored and delivered by TPLF (Tigray Liberation Front), has come to the show in 1991 (Hagman, 2013), the country has jolted into recurrent political turmoil and instability (Abbink, 2011). Following this, the passion and agility of citizens to digital trade has been distressed, paving the way to the threat of a potential digital divide. This article examines the impact of the practice of this political ideology on public passion for digital trade, and if this impact leads to the prevalence of digital divide in the country. To this end, a comprehensive analysis is made on the data gathered thru a questionnaire from a sample size that contains 45 informants. GPower and SPSS have been used to determine the sample size population and analyze the data gathered therefrom. The finding exhibits that the xenophobic tribal political ideology has a significant impact the craving public passion to digital trade, signifying the imminent of the manifestation of digital divide. </i></p>

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Motivation, internet access and ICT experience as factors of success in a non-moderated e-learning course

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Technology facilitation on inclusive learning; higher education institutions in Sri Lanka

Technology facilitation on inclusive learning; higher education institutions in Sri Lanka

Influence of motivational factors on utilisation of Internet health information resources by resident doctors in Nigeria

The Impact of Tribal Politics on Public Passion to Digital Trade in Current Ethiopia

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