Trends in Faculty Use and Perceptions of E-Learning
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A preliminary survey of the use of, and perceptions of e-learning by two faculty groups at
Manchester Metropolitan University in the United Kingdom found that the practices, concerns,
and issues regarding e-learning, and reform in teaching and learning more generally, which
confronted these faculties, were not out of the ordinary and were similar to those found in other
comparable organizations. Notwithstanding interest among faculty members in e-learning
technologies, especially WebCT, and how they might be able to use it to support existing
teaching and learning practices, this survey revealed a general lack of engagement in e-learning
and revealed a concern among the faculty groups about its potential. The reasons that were
proffered for this weak engagement and poor enthusiasm for e-learning included lack in
institutional support, time and resources to undertake such activities, as well as a lack of
information, knowledge and expertise in such new e-learning technologies.
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