Research Article
Year 2018,
, 30 - 41, 30.04.2018
Abstract
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Thoughts on incivility: Student and faculty perceptions of uncivil behaviour. Nursing Education Perspectives, 28(2), 93-97. Coronato & Antonio. (2010). Pervasive and Smart Technologies for Healthcare: Ubiquitous Methodologies and Tools: Ubiquitous Methodologies and Tools. IGI Global. Dajani. Nizar.N. (2009). Perception of Arab Students, Faculty Members, and Administrators at the American University in Cairo Towards E-Learning: An Expletory case Study. Cappella University, pp. 119. Review from http://search.proquest.com.ezproxy.uaeu.ac.ae . 18/10/2017 Eysenck, M.W. (2014). Individual Differences: Normal And Abnormal. Psychology Press. Fox, A. & Patterson, D.A. (2013). Engineering Software as a Service: An Agile Approach Using Cloud Computing. Strawberry Canyon LLC. Goldsteen, R., Dwelle, T., & Goldsteen, K. (2014). Introduction to public health (2nd ed.). New York: Springer Publishing Company. Read: Chapter 1: Introduction and overview; and Chapter 2: Origins of public health. 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Retrieved 25th November 2017 http://www.khda.gov.ae/CMS/WebParts/TextEditor/Documents/Emiratis%20in%20Dubai%20Private%20Education%20_EN%2031-10-2012%20(2).pdf Wang & John. (2013). Perspectives and Techniques for Improving Information Technology Project Management. IGI Global. Wimmer, R. & Dominick, J. (2010). Mass Media Research: An Introduction. Cengage Learning.
Year 2018,
, 30 - 41, 30.04.2018
Abstract
The need for learning has been increased with the rapid
growth of modern technology and knowledge. E-learning has
dramatically changed the manner and process of delivering learning courses and
imparting necessary knowledge. The speed, time and distance related issues have
been greatly resolved through it. United Arab
Emirates, has stated to adopt the E-learning system.
For this
purpose, underlying research questions are prepared and answered demonstrating
how e-learning contributes in enhancing effectiveness of education and
understanding levels. The study aims to investigate parent’s understanding and
perception of supporting, encouraging and adopting e-learning initiative. It
has used primary and secondary data sources; The primary data based on response of 1520 parents, to a questionnaire survey that consists of six
domains; 1-students’ computer competence, 2-teacher computer competence, 3-quality of teaching and learning, 4-meeting students’ needs through the curriculum, 5-school environment, and
6-students’ personal development. The secondary data was from data
and survey findings from published by academicians focus on parents’
perception, difference and choice in selecting private or public institutions,
implications on quality of education. To measure the reliability of the study
tool; test – retest was used. The scale was re-tested with (175) parents after
two weeks from the 1st test. By using Spearman-Brown formula α = (0.9) which is
acceptable for the purpose of this study.
The results showed that parents’ satisfaction was
moderate with teacher computer competence whereas they are highly satisfied
with student computer competence. The students’ personal development, meeting
students’ needs through curriculum, quality of teaching and learning all these
domains showed parents’ low satisfaction as per the results. The hypothesis (a=0.05) denotes that null hypothesis is rejected
and concludes that significant difference exist in parents’ perception of
e-learning in Abu Dhabi between public and private schools. Results showed as
well e-learning can improve the quality of students learning according to
parents’ perception through providing them wide variety accessibility of
learning materials. The students are not limited or restricted in any manner,
regarding course materials, availability of faculty members, accessibility, and
time related issues. They can use and access learning materials 24*7 without
any restriction of time or physical barrier. The teachers, professionals and
experts are available at one click. It has also identified that students often
depict laziness and disinterest in visiting schools and universities campuses
on ground of distance factor.
References
- Abolmaali, K., Rashedi, M. & Ajilchi, B. (2014). Explanation of Academic Achievement Based on Personality Characteristics Psycho-Social Climate of the Classroom and Students’ Academic Engagement in Mathematics. Open Journal of Applied Sciences, 4, pp. 225-233. Abolmaali, K., Rashedi, M. & Ajilchi, B. (2014). Explanation of Academic Achievement Based on Personality Characteristics Psycho-Social Climate of the Classroom and Students’ Academic Engagement in Mathematics. Open Journal of Applied Sciences, 4, pp. 225-233. Abuhassna, H. M., Amin, I.M.H. & Wajha, S.K.A. (2014). Parental Perceptions Of The Importance Of Computer Usage In The Educational Process Of Their Children In Elementary Schools: An Exploratory Study. International Journal of Research in Engineering & Technology. Vol. 2, Issue 9, pp. 65-72 . Almekhlafi, A.G. & Almeqdadi, F.A. (2010). Teachers’ Perceptions of Technology Integration in the United Arab Emirates School Classrooms. Educational Technology & Society, 13 (1), 165–175. Antonucci, D. (2016). Risk Maturity Models: How to Assess Risk Management Effectiveness. Kogan Page Publishers. Badidi, E. (2013). A framework for software-as-a-service Selection and provisioning. International Journal of Computer Networks & Communications (IJCNC) Vol.5, No.3. Badri, M., Qubaisi, A. A., Rashedi, A. A. & Yang, G. (2014). The causal relationship between parental involvement and children's behavioural adjustment to KG-1 schooling. International Journal of Child Care and Education Policy. Vol. 8, No. 1. Botha, B. & Geldenhuys, P.( 2016). Managing E-commerce in Business. UK: Juta and Company Ltd. Brea, C. (2014). Marketing and Sales Analytics: Proven Techniques and Powerful Applications from Industry Leaders. FT Press. Bristol, Timoty J. ( 2005). Perception of IOWA Nursing Faculty, Capella University, pp. 5. http://search.proquest.com.ezproxy.uaeu.ac.ae . 18/10/2017 Clark, C. M., & Springer, P. J. (2007). Thoughts on incivility: Student and faculty perceptions of uncivil behaviour. Nursing Education Perspectives, 28(2), 93-97. Coronato & Antonio. (2010). Pervasive and Smart Technologies for Healthcare: Ubiquitous Methodologies and Tools: Ubiquitous Methodologies and Tools. IGI Global. Dajani. Nizar.N. (2009). Perception of Arab Students, Faculty Members, and Administrators at the American University in Cairo Towards E-Learning: An Expletory case Study. Cappella University, pp. 119. Review from http://search.proquest.com.ezproxy.uaeu.ac.ae . 18/10/2017 Eysenck, M.W. (2014). Individual Differences: Normal And Abnormal. Psychology Press. Fox, A. & Patterson, D.A. (2013). Engineering Software as a Service: An Agile Approach Using Cloud Computing. Strawberry Canyon LLC. Goldsteen, R., Dwelle, T., & Goldsteen, K. (2014). Introduction to public health (2nd ed.). New York: Springer Publishing Company. Read: Chapter 1: Introduction and overview; and Chapter 2: Origins of public health. Gosling, S.D., Rentfrow, P.J. & Swann, W.B. (2003). A very brief measure of the Big-Five personality domains. Journal of Research in Personality 37, pp. 504–528. Hoesing. Daniel J. (2004). Student Perception of E-Learning in South Dakota High Schools, University of South Dakota, Dec. 2004. pp.47.Review from: http://search.proquest.com.ezproxy.uaeu.ac.ae . 18/10/2017 Kise, J. (2014). Differentiation through Personality Types: A Framework for Instruction, Assessment, and Classroom Management. Skyhorse Publishing, Inc. Kowalski, T.J. (2010). The School Principal: Visionary Leadership and Competent Management. New York: Taylor & Francis. Kutsar, V., Ghose, N. & Kutsar, Y. (2014). Leadership Analysis Using Management Tools: Steve Jobs. American International Journal of Contemporary Research. Vol. 4 No. 2. Leadership Update. (2011). Alberta leadership competencies for school leaders and leadership. The Alberta teachers’ association, 7(9). Pp: 1-2. Leary,M.R. & Hoyle, R.H. (2013). Handbook of Individual Differences in Social Behavior. Guilford Publications. Luppicini & Rocci. (2012). Ethical Impact of Technological Advancements and Applications in Society. IGI Global. Lytras, M. D., De Pablos, P. O., Avison, D., Leal, W. & Horner, D. G. (2010). Technology Enhanced Learning: Quality of Teaching and Educational Reform: 1st International Conference, TECH-EDUCATION 2010, Athens, Greece, May 19-21, 2010. Proceedings. Greece: Springer. Mihailidis, A., Boger, J. & Hoey, J. M. (2013). Information Technology in Environmental Engineering: Selected Contributions to the Sixth International Conference on Information Technologies in Environmental Engineering (ITEE2013). Springer Science & Business Media. Mirza, A. A. & Al-Abdulkareem, M. (2011). Models of e-learning adopted in the Middle East. Applied Computing and Informatics journal, Vol. 9, No. 2. Pp. 83-93. Moussa-Inaty, J. & Vega, E.S. L. (2013). From Their Perspective: Parental Involvement in the UAE. International Journal of Sociology of Education, Vol. 2, No. 3, pp. 292-312. Myers, I.B. & Myers, P.B. (2010). Gifts Differing: Understanding Personality Type. Hachette UK. Naseer, Z., Chishti, S. H., Rahman, F. & Jumani, N,B. (2011). Impact of Emotional Intelligence on Team Performance in Higher Education Institutes. International Online Journal of Educational Sciences, 3(1), pp. 30-46. Rosenberg, Marc J. (2001). E-Learning Strategies for Delivering Knowledge in the Digital Age. McGraw-Hill, pp. 3. Schacht, W.H. (2010). Industrial Competitiveness and Technological Advancement: Debate Over Government Policy. DIANE Publishing. Schawbel, D. (2013). Promote Yourself: The new rules for building an outstanding career. Hachette UK. Schwalbe, K. (2016). Information technology project management, 8th ed. Boston: Course Technology. Cengage Learning. Sharma, S., Bottom, W. & Elfenbein, H.A. (2013). On the role of personality, cognitive ability, and emotional intelligence in predicting negotiation outcomes: A meta-analysis. Organizational Psychology Review 3(4), pp. 293–336. Sharma, S., Bottom, W. & Elfenbein, H.A. (2013). On the role of personality, cognitive ability, and emotional intelligence in predicting negotiation outcomes: A meta-analysis. Organizational Psychology Review 3(4), pp. 293–336. Skersys, T., Butleris, R. & Butkiene, R. (2013). Information and Software Technologies: 18th International Conference, ICIST 2012, Kaunas, Lithuania, September 13-14, 2012. Proceedings. Springer. Stair, R. & Reynolds, G. (2015). Fundamentals of Information Systems. Cengage Learning. Tan, C., Liu, K. & Sun, L. (2013). A design of evaluation method for SaaS in cloud computing. Journal of Industrial Engineering and Management JIEM, 6(1), pp. 50-72. The facts behind Emiratis in private schools in Dubai: In Search of Good Education Volume 2.(2012). Knowledge & Human Development Authority. Retrieved 25th November 2017 http://www.khda.gov.ae/CMS/WebParts/TextEditor/Documents/Emiratis%20in%20Dubai%20Private%20Education%20_EN%2031-10-2012%20(2).pdf Wang & John. (2013). Perspectives and Techniques for Improving Information Technology Project Management. IGI Global. Wimmer, R. & Dominick, J. (2010). Mass Media Research: An Introduction. Cengage Learning.
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| Primary Language | English |
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| Journal Section | Articles |
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| Publication Date | April 30, 2018 |
| Submission Date | February 12, 2018 |
| Published in Issue | Year 2018 |
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