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Lahrash, Husam A. E.; Elmansori, Mansaf M.; Salama, Mostafa – Journal of Educational Technology, 2021
E-learning is a technology which enables to deliver information via the internet for teaching and learning, and still needs to be studied. The main objective of this study is to review the present adoption of E-learning technology in higher education sectors. This study provides an idea to the researchers about the prior studies on the adoption of…
Descriptors: Electronic Learning, Technology Integration, Adoption (Ideas), Barriers

Al-Sharhan, Jamal – International Journal of Instructional Media, 2000
Discussion of developments in satellite communications and educational applications focuses on the possibilities of adapting satellite technology for instruction in developing countries. Topics include satellite use in Australia and the United States; and recommendations for the adoption of satellite technology in Saudi Arabia. (Author/LRW)
Descriptors: Adoption (Ideas), Appropriate Technology, Communications Satellites, Developing Nations
Coldevin, G. O. – Journal of Educational Television and Other Media, 1979
Presents an overview of broadcasting development and research in Tanzania, since achieving independence in 1961. Particular emphasis is given to the role of radio as a primary stimulus to the recent mass mobilization campaigns and its support function in an on-going national literacy project. (Author/CMV)
Descriptors: Adoption (Ideas), Developing Nations, Diffusion, Educational Development

Ely, Donald P. – Journal of Research on Computing in Education, 1990
Describes eight conditions that facilitate the adoption, implementation, and institutionalization of educational technology innovations and suggests applications to the transfer of portable software. Applications of these conditions involving educational technology in Indonesia, Chile, and Peru are evaluated, and guidelines for successful…
Descriptors: Adoption (Ideas), Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Developing Nations

Cantwell, Nigel – Social Education, 1992
Traces development of idea of special rights for children. Describes United Nations' Convention on the Rights of the Child as change in view of children's rights as part of human rights. Includes innovations such as participation rights, rehabilitation for children suffering exploitation or cruelty, and articles on adoption and administration of…
Descriptors: Adoption, Children, Childrens Rights, Developing Nations
Mushi, P. A. K. – Prospects, 1988
Discusses theoretical procedures for introducing educational innovation. Shows how adult education innovations in Tanzania have been based upon misconceptions. Finds that the top down flow of innovations with its attendant communications problems and the overly broad scope of innovations are the major sources of misconceptions. Urges inclusion of…
Descriptors: Adoption (Ideas), Adult Basic Education, Communication Problems, Developing Nations

Luthra, Rashmi – Knowledge: Creation, Diffusion, Utilization, 1994
Discussion of model shifts in diffusion research focuses on the growth in the use of sex determination techniques in India and their consequences relating to gender and power. Topics addressed include development, underdevelopment, and modernization; the adoption of innovations; and meanings of innovations within particular social systems.…
Descriptors: Abortions, Adoption (Ideas), Developing Nations, Diffusion (Communication)

Khan, M. Basheer Ahmed – Child Welfare, 1991
Discusses the state of child welfare in India. Describes the management of the country's child welfare and foster care systems. Discusses legislation governing child care and welfare. (BC)
Descriptors: Administrative Organization, Adoption, At Risk Persons, Child Neglect
Colle, Royal D. – 1976
Common problems and possible solutions in communication with rural villagers in developing countries are discussed in terms of communication extension strategies, mass communication media, the use of simple communication technology in place of the more sophisticated and expensive methods, a case study of a successful communication project in…
Descriptors: Adoption (Ideas), Audiotape Recordings, Case Studies, Change Strategies

Weiss, Charles; Jarvis, Stan – Journal of Educational Technology Systems, 1987
Discusses interactive videodisc technology (IVD) development and potential; education and training capabilities specifically related to developing countries; costs; technical capabilities; likely applications which justify IVD's initial programming expenses; specific IVD applications relative to remedial mathematics and science education, job…
Descriptors: Adoption (Ideas), Cost Effectiveness, Costs, Courseware
Ayesh, Husni – Educational Technology, 1984
Discusses problems of centralization versus decentralization, tradition versus modernization, teacher status, administrative burdens, and educational objectives in relation to the use of educational technology in the Arab world, and suggests some possible remedies. (MBR)
Descriptors: Adoption (Ideas), Change Strategies, Cultural Influences, Developing Nations
Myers, Robert G. – 1980
The obvious, persistent, and unfortunate lack of communication and interaction among researchers and research centers provides a starting point and focus for this monograph. Three sets of connections are commonly assumed to be weak: between researchers in the First and Third Worlds; among researchers within the Third World; and between researchers…
Descriptors: Adoption (Ideas), Change Agents, Communication Problems, Developing Nations

Ehikhamenor, Fabian A. – Journal of the American Society for Information Science and Technology, 2002
Discusses information and communication technologies (ICT) in Nigerian print media and explores socioeconomic factors associated with the adoption and use of ICT by the media. Topics include ICT in the Third World; organizational goals; profitability; organizational communication; productivity; openness of workers to change; inflation; wages;…
Descriptors: Adoption (Ideas), Costs, Developing Nations, Employee Attitudes