The effect of knowledge acquisition and knowledge sharing on the use of E-learning

Abstract

This descriptive-analytical study was conducted to evaluate the effect of knowledge acquisition and knowledge sharing on the use of e-learning. Data were evaluated by using a questionnaire designed by the researchers, the components of which were based on the Theory of Reasoned Action (TRA). The research population included faculty members, and the research sample was selected based on Morgan’s Table. The collected data were analysed using SPSS software, and the final model was presented. The results indicated that knowledge acquisition and knowledge sharing have a significant and direct effect on attitude and subjective norms of faculty members in using e-learning. Other findings showed that attitude and subjective norms control faculty members’ behavioural intention to use e-learning. It can be concluded that, knowledge acquisition and knowledge sharing are among the influential factors in the successful implementation of e-learning and are effective elements of attitude and subjective norms of users.