Investigation of Lecturer' Attitudes towards E-Learning According to Demographic Variables

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Investigating Instructors’ Attitude towards the Adoption of ELearning Technology in Libyan Higher Education Institutes: Case Study; Misurata University

“…This particular finding could provide new insights into the role of gender on attitudes toward e-learning. Nevertheless, this result contrasts with previously related researches (Bahiti & Farizi, 2018;Bakr, 2011;Bassfar, Z., Rozinah, J., & Merza, 2012;Idris & Osman, 2017). These conflicting results could be interpreted by the fact that educators in MU characterized by some factors that affected their attitudes, including limited technology access, skill, resistant to change and interest.…”

“…It is generally argued that educators' attitudes, perception, and engagement play the main role in the success of the adoption and integrating technology in the teaching-learning process (Bahiti & Farizi, 2018;Dong & Zhang, 2011;Karaca, Can, & Yildirim, 2013;Onasanya, Shehu, Oduwaiye, & Shehu, 2010;Xhaferi et al, 2018;Yilmaz & Bayraktar, 2014).In this context, this study examined the attitude of academic staff towards e-learning, it also investigated the impact of some demographic characteristics on the tutors' perception and attitudes. Generally, the findings revealed that the academic staff in MU had positive attitudes towards-learning, as they think the adoption of e-learning in MU will positively impact on students' performance and engagement.…”

“…With reference to HEIs in developing nations, they have lagged behind those in the industrialized globe, chiefly due to several socio-economic challenges and obstacles (Bahiti & Farizi, 2018;Bhuasiri, Xaymoungkhoun, Zo, Rho, & Ciganek, 2012;Idris & Osman, 2017;Thuraya Kenan, Pislaru, & Elzawi, 2014;Rhema & Miliszewska, 2010;Tarus, Gichoya, & Muumbo, 2015).…”