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Determinants of open and distance learning (ODL) performance in higher learning institutions (HEIs): Evidence from Malaysia

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: The advent of technology and the COVID-19 pandemic has altered the higher education landscape by highlighting online education platforms, thus bringing transformation to the teaching and learning process. Drawing from the dynamic capability theory, this study examines whether institutional, technology and human resources are determinants for the performance of Open and Distance Learning (ODL) education in higher learning institutions (HEIs) in Malaysia. A quantitative approach was employed in this study, specifically utilising a structured questionnaire to collect data from a sample of 217 educators in Malaysian public and private HEIs. Data were analysed using the SmartPLS software. The empirical results reveal that institutional and technology resources significantly influence the performance of ODL in the HEIs. These results suggest that the ODL practices could be improved with dynamic resources supported by the HEIs. A sustainable ODL implementation would increase access to academic advancement for educators and students. Our findings implicate sustainable education for HEIs as they highlight the importance of policies and standards, procedures, modern infrastructure, information systems and management support, in supporting ODL in the long run.

Source: Journal Of ICT In Education

DOI: 10.37134/jictie.vol11.2.7.2024

Authors: Indarawati Tarmuji, Yusarina Mat Isa, Seri Ayu Masuri Md Daud, Dayana Jalaludin

Institutions: Universiti Teknologi MARA System, Universiti Teknologi MARA, University of Malaya

Language: English

Topic: Online and Blended Learning

Subfield: Education

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Quality education

Open Access status: diamond

Funder: Universiti Teknologi MARA