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Exploiting the Adoption and Implementation of Electronic Learning in a Technical University in Ghana

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  • Nana Yaw Asabere

    (Accra Technical University, Accra, Ghana)

  • Amevi Acakpovi

    (Accra Technical University, Accra, Ghana)

  • Wisdom Torgby

    (Accra Technical University, Accra, Ghana)

  • Jessica Yaa Aba Sackey

    (Accra Technical University, Accra, Ghana)

  • Sylvia Kwaikyi

    (Accra Technical University, Accra, Ghana)

Abstract

Although in Accra Technical University (ATU), Ghana, there exists a traditional Face-to-Face (F2F) mode of education already in place, the implementation of electronic learning (e-learning) through ICT in education will increase the number of students admitted yearly. Lack of academic facilities makes e-learning an attractive alternative. Consequently, this article employed a questionnaire as a research instrument with reference to the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM-2) as a theoretical framework. In all, questionnaires were administered to 190 students and 14 lecturers in the Faculty of Applied Sciences in Accra Technical University (ATU). Based on the responses received, various types of e-learning systems were exploited and a SWOT (Strength Weaknesses Opportunities and Threats) analysis was conducted to validate the sustainability of proposing and developing a suitable e-learning system for ATU. It is envisaged that successful implementation of the e-learning system proposed in this article will practically increase the use of ICT in education by both lecturers and students in ATU.

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  • Nana Yaw Asabere & Amevi Acakpovi & Wisdom Torgby & Jessica Yaa Aba Sackey & Sylvia Kwaikyi, 2019. "Exploiting the Adoption and Implementation of Electronic Learning in a Technical University in Ghana," International Journal of Online Pedagogy and Course Design (IJOPCD), IGI Global, vol. 9(4), pages 44-67, October.
    • Handle: RePEc:igg:jopcd0:v:9:y:2019:i:4:p:44-67
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