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The Adoption of Cloud-Based E-Learning in HEIs Using DOI and FVM with the Moderation of Information Culture: A Conceptual Framework

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International Conference on Information Systems and Intelligent Applications (ICISIA 2022)

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Cloud computing has led to the paradigm shift in information technology. However, its integration with the higher educational institutes remains a novel area to explore. The study aims to assess the adoption of Cloud-Based E-Learning in HEIs using DOI & FVM with the moderation of Information culture: a Conceptual Framework. A conceptual framework assimilates the Diffusion of Innovation theory & Fit-Viability model to fulfil the educational needs. A cross-sectional study design was used undertaking 33 institutions, where a close-ended questionnaire was used for collecting primary data. The gathered data were analyzed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS). A significant impact of Relative Advantage (p = 0.04), Complexity (p = 0.00), Compatibility (p = 0.00), Trialability (p = 0.01), Observability (p = 0.01), Task (p = 0.00), Technology (p = 0.00), and IT infrastructure (p = 0.02) were found on student’s performance. Moreover, the impact of Economic (p = 0.60) and Organization (p = 0.70) was found to be insignificant. Also, information culture significantly moderated the relationship between the adoption factors of Cloud-Based E-Learning in HEIs and Student’s Performance (p = 0.00). The study proves beneficial for the decision makers concerning their focus on the factors that can help in yielding better academic outcomes linked to the adoption of cloud computing for e-learning. Therefore, the study has concluded that Could-Computing factors influences the value and the student’s performance in HEIs in Oman. Also, the outcomes of the study highlighted the significance of the developed conceptual framework which serves as an introductory model for establishing an information culture within HEIs.

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    Qasim AlAjmi & Ahmed Said Alhadhrami

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AlAjmi, Q., Yassin, A.A., Alhadhrami, A.S. (2023). The Adoption of Cloud-Based E-Learning in HEIs Using DOI and FVM with the Moderation of Information Culture: A Conceptual Framework. In: Al-Emran, M., Al-Sharafi, M.A., Shaalan, K. (eds) International Conference on Information Systems and Intelligent Applications. ICISIA 2022. Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems, vol 550. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-16865-9_31

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