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Title: Technology Adaption in Distance Teacher Training: The Impact of Demographic Factors on Learners' Technology Adaption
Language: English
Authors: Wilson Osafo Apeanti (ORCID 0000-0001-9264-5006), Maud Odei-Addo (ORCID 0009-0008-8868-7850)
Source: International Journal of Research in Education and Science. 2024 10(4):776-798.
Availability: International Society for Technology, Education, and Science. e-mail: ijresoffice@gmail.com; Web site: https://www.ijres.net/index.php/ijres
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 24
Publication Date: 2024
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education
Postsecondary Education
Descriptors: Distance Education, Teacher Education Programs, Student Characteristics, Student Adjustment, Online Courses, Universities, Scores, Age Differences, Majors (Students), Digital Literacy, Graduate Students, Undergraduate Students, Intellectual Disciplines, Workshops, Learning Management Systems, Electronic Libraries, Technological Literacy, Foreign Countries
Geographic Terms: Ghana
ISSN: 2148-9955
Abstract: Understanding how demographic characteristics influence students' technology adaptation is crucial for effective online learning. This study explored the impact of these characteristics on distance education (DE) students' technology adaptation at a sub-Saharan African university. Using a descriptive survey design with a highreliability score (Cronbach's Alpha = 0.898), data were collected from 200 DE students across 14 study centres. The study tested seven hypotheses, employing statistical analyses like ANOVA, t-tests, and post hoc tests. Results revealed that while gender and employment status did not significantly affect technology adaptation, age, academic programme, academic level, and study centre did. Students aged 26-35 adapted better, with those in Mathematics and English programs showing higher adaptation scores compared to those in the Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) program. Additionally, higher-level students and those from well-resourced study centres demonstrated superior adaptability. The study suggests providing targeted support based on age, academic programme, and study centre resources to enhance technology adaptation in DE. To further improve students' technology proficiency, the study recommends that DE institutions offer regular training sessions and workshops to help students navigate online platforms, use digital libraries, and maximize productivity tools.
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