Analysis of factors affecting the implementation of e-learning in higher education (HE) in Libya

Khashkhush, A

Abstract

e-learning means the use of information and communications technology and the
inclusion of the internet in teaching and learning, e-learning enhances the learning
process by offering a different way of delivering education. Colleges and universities
are using e-learning to make learning more accessible and efficient. It affords
students of all ages and abilities the chance to learn anywhere, at any time and at their
own pace.
Despite the importance of e-learning in Higher Education (HE) and human
development in Libya, implementation of e-learning is facing a number of challenges
in Libyan universities. Those challenges can be summarized as follows: leadership
support; strategy; ICT infrastructure; culture; instructors and learners, and technical
expertise.
This research aims to identify the factors affecting the implementation of e-learning
in HE in Libya
The main aim of this research is to identify and analyse the factors that affect the
implementation of e-learning in HE in Libya. In order to achieve the research aim,
four objectives have been accomplished. This research has adopted a
phenomenological philosophy and has used multiple case studies as a research
strategy. Two case study organisations were selected from Libyan Public
Universities. The relevant data was collected using different sources of evidence such
as semi-structured interviews, documentation, and direct observations.
In this research, the NVivo software version 7 and Explanation Building Methods
were employed to analyse the collected data.
The research process allowed the researcher to combine those factors that were
consistent with the literature and also some factors emerging from the empirical
work. Thereafter, the framework for the study, developed and adopted in the light ofthe research findings, and was utilised to develop an implementation e-learning
framework in Libyan HE
The following contributions to knowledge have emerged from this research. The
research provides specific original findings which include: absence of strategy; poor
communications skills which encompass poor knowledge of English Language
among staff members and poor knowledge of computer literacy especially among
old-generation staff members; and the UN embargo against Libya. These factors have
not been identified in any of the previous literature.
In addition, the findings of this research strengthen the existing literature on e-
learning in HE and reduce the gap in knowledge applying to Libyan studies, and will
help the Libyan HE Ministry and University's Colleges to determine a procedure for
e-learning implementation.

Citation

Khashkhush, A. Analysis of factors affecting the implementation of e-learning in higher education (HE) in Libya. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

• Thesis Type: Thesis
• Deposit Date: Oct 3, 2012
• Award Date: Jan 1, 2011