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Publication Date: 2021
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Advantages and Disadvantages of Using e-Learning in University Education: Analyzing Students' Perspectives
Al Rawashdeh, Alaa Zuhir; Mohammed, Enaam Youssef; Al Arab, Asma Rebhi; Alara, Mahmoud; Al-Rawashdeh, Butheyna
Electronic Journal of e-Learning, v19 n2 p107-117 2021
The architecture of a learning system implies a heavy task for e-learning to be integrated into a complicated system that is flexible, time scalable, and capable of lasting, even though there are many diverse tools. Currently, higher education in United Arab Emirates is experiencing a major transformation, considering increased accessibility. Therefore, the study aims to identify the advantages and disadvantages of e-learning in university education in United Arab Emirates. A descriptive study design was used to randomly select students from Ajman university, who were enrolled in 2018/2019 academic year. A close-ended structured questionnaire was constructed to collect data from students. Frequencies and percentages were used to analyse the data collected. 81% students stated that e-learning provides scientific material in an interesting way. Similarly, 80% students have responded that e-learning increases the possibility of contact between students among themselves and between the students and the teacher. 73% students indicated that due to increasing social isolation, they spend more time in front of the technical means of social interaction account and face-to-face with others. 70% students have indicated that there is a presence of electronic illiteracy among parents, which reduces their ability to follow their children electronically. It is essential for potential e-learners to understand the differences between an e-learning classroom setting and a conventional classroom setting as there are both advantages and disadvantages of e-learning to both environments that can probably influence their overall performance as a student.
Descriptors: Electronic Learning, Online Courses, Technology Integration, Affordances, Barriers, Student Attitudes, College Students, Skill Development, Computer Mediated Communication, Teacher Student Relationship, Foreign Countries
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: United Arab Emirates
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