PRESERVICE TEACHERS' SATISFACTION WITH E-LEARNING

In this study I explored the key drivers of preservice teachers’ e-learning satisfaction. Participants ( N = 387) completed a survey questionnaire to measure 6 constructs (tutor quality, perceived usefulness, perceived ease of use, course delivery, facilitating conditions, and course satisfaction). Data analysis was performed using structural equation modeling. The results showed that, apart from facilitating conditions, all constructs were significant predictors of e-learning satisfaction. However, the facilitating conditions construct was found to be a significant mediator of perceived ease of use and satisfaction. Implications for e-learning are discussed.

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