E-LEARNING TOOL ADOPTION: PERSPECTIVES FROM ECONOMICS AND CHEMISTRY STUDENTS IN INTERNATIONAL AND MALAYSIAN PRE-UNIVERSITY EDUCATION

Abstract

Nowadays, higher learning institutions apply various types of online teaching practices. These changes are necessary to concentrate on preparing students with proper communication skills, critical thinking skills and teamwork skills which are requirements to ensure employability. The purpose of this research is to obtain feedback from students on the use of E-Learning tools to assist them to engage better in their learning. The sample size for this study consisted of 200 International and Malaysian pre-university students who were studying Economics and Chemistry. Students' learning experiences were measured using survey questionnaires. The study found that students were more engaged and motivated in their learning with the use of these E-learning tools. In carrying out this research the ARCS model was employed. Based on the ARCS model, findings indicated 85% of the Economics students were more attentive due to the use of the tools and 79% found the use of E-learning tools were relevant. Besides, 85% of students studying Economics were confident in the subject and 66% were satisfied with their learning from the use of the E-Learning tools. As for Chemistry students, 89% indicated that they were more attentive in class and 69% found the E-Learning tools to be relevant. In addition, 70% students studying Chemistry indicated that they were more confident in their learning while 47% were satisfied with the use of E-Learning tools.