Examination of the Factors of E-learning Acceptance in Egyptian Primary and Preparatory Schools during Covid-19

Abstract

During COVID-19, the social distance became an obligatory fact which forced the whole world to rely on e-learning for all levels of education. E-learning is becoming the main challenge for many developing countries specific. Technologies are not fully accepted and used in Egyptian primary and preparatory schools before. However, the successful usage of e-learning depends on understanding the acceptance factors as well as the main challenges that face it. In this regard, this study aims to examine the factors of e-learning acceptance. The Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT) model is used as a conceptual framework. An empirical study was carried out using online survey research among 507 participants. The study results show that most of the participants are satisfied with e-learning as a good solution to continue education during global health conditions. However, the responses to the government T.V. channels and websites were very weak. The main obstacles were the technical issues such as the internet speed and traffic, weak technology skills for learners and teachers, in addition to the social preference for the traditional method. The study concluded that the acceptance depends on its ease of use, its usefulness, its social influence, its price value, the facilitating conditions, and its motivations. The school type and the parents' education level were proved to be effective moderators on many constructs