THE EMOTIONAL IN E-LEARNING

Authors

  • Raafat George Saadé
  • Dennis Kira

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.24059/olj.v13i4.1648

Keywords:

Online learning, emotion, conation, affect, affective learning, mediators, technology acceptance model, perceived ease of us

Abstract

This study investigates perceived ease of use and overall computer/internet experience as emotional factors that affect e-learning. Results suggest that online learning systems design should address typical software interfaces so that students feel more comfortable using them.

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Vol. 13 No. 4 (2009)

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