ERIC Number: EJ1013664
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2013-Jul
Pages: 23
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ISSN: ISSN-1443-1394
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A Learner Perspective on Barriers to E-Learning
Becker, Karen; Newton, Cameron; Sawang, Sukanlaya
Australian Journal of Adult Learning, v53 n2 p211-233 Jul 2013
This study aims to identify and categorize barriers to e-learning adoption and the relative impact of those barriers on learners. It contributes to the understanding of learner perceptions of barriers, the different types of barriers and their relative importance. This study used a quantitative methodology grounded in previous literature. The study is based on a self-administered questionnaire conducted with employees in a rail organisation. This research
demonstrates there are three key factors that represent barriers to e-learning: the nature of e-learning as a learning approach, the use of technology, and concerns about lack of time and potential interruptions when trying to complete e-learning. (Contains 4 tables.)
Descriptors: Barriers, Electronic Learning, Questionnaires, Self Evaluation (Individuals), Performance Factors, Learning Strategies, Technology Uses in Education, Time Perspective, Student Attitudes, Adoption (Ideas), Technology Integration, Foreign Countries, Participant Satisfaction, Industrial Training, Corporate Education, Employee Attitudes, Factor Analysis, Regression (Statistics)
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Adult Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Australia
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