Examining learning management systems (LMS) within the framework of diffusion of innovation theory: A research on the opinions of Anadolu University non-thesis master's degree students

Rezan Özgökçe Koç; Berrin Özkanal

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Examining learning management systems (LMS) within the framework of diffusion of innovation theory: A research on the opinions of Anadolu University non-thesis master's degree students

Authors:

Rezan Özgökçe Koç | Berrin Özkanal

Publisher:

Ordu University

Main Topics:

Halkla İlişkiler | İletişim ve Medya Çalışmaları | Alan Eğitimleri

Journal:

Ordu Üniversitesi Sosyal Bilimler Enstitüsü Sosyal Bilimler Araştırmaları Dergisi Vol.14 Issue 4, pp.1647-1662

Document Type:

Article

Publication Date:

12/2024

Document Language:

Turkish

Document ID (Org No.):

2001334487

pISSN:

1309-9302

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Abstract:

 This research aims to examine the Learning Management System of Anadolu University LMS within the framework of the theory of diffusion of innovation in accordance with the opinions of Non-Thesis Graduate students of the Department of Distance Education of Anadolu University. The qualitative research method was used in the research. The working group was determined by the criterion sampling method from the intended sample types and 20 students studying in the Distance Education Masters Program of Anadolu University Without Thesis formed the participants of the research. A semi-structured interview form was used in the collection of the data. In the analysis of the data, content analysis method was used. The data collected by the content analysis method were analyzed by converting them into codes and themes. As a result of the findings obtained from the study, according to the five characteristics relative advantage, compatibility, testability, complexity and observability included in the innovation perception dimension of the innovation diffusion theory of Learning Management Systems, it has been revealed that the system meets the educational needs of the participants, the learners adapt to the system easily thanks to their previous experiences and find the system useful. It has been seen that the LMSs provides ease of use by the participants, especially in the relative utility dimension, reduces the level of complexity with the qualities of simplicity and simplicity, and thus increases the use of the system.

 This research aims to examine the Learning Management System of Anadolu University LMS within the framework of the theory of diffusion of innovation in accordance with the opinions of Non-Thesis Graduate students of the Department of Distance Education of Anadolu University. The qualitative research method was used in the research. The working group was determined by the criterion sampling method from the intended sample types and 20 students studying in the Distance Education Masters Program of Anadolu University Without Thesis formed the participants of the research. A semi-structured interview form was used in the collection of the data. In the analysis of the data, content analysis method was used. The data collected by the content analysis method were analyzed by converting them into codes and themes. As a result of the findings obtained from the study, according to the five characteristics relative advantage, compatibility, testability, complexity and observability included in the innovation perception dimension of the innovation diffusion theory of Learning Management Systems, it has been revealed that the system meets the educational needs of the participants, the learners adapt to the system easily thanks to their previous experiences and find the system useful. It has been seen that the LMSs provides ease of use by the participants, especially in the relative utility dimension, reduces the level of complexity with the qualities of simplicity and simplicity, and thus increases the use of the system.

 This research aims to examine the Learning Management System of Anadolu University LMS within the framework of the theory of diffusion of innovation in accordance with the opinions of Non-Thesis Graduate students of the Department of Distance Education of Anadolu University. The qualitative research method was used in the research. The working group was determined by the criterion sampling method from the intended sample types and 20 students studying in the Distance Education Masters Program of Anadolu University Without Thesis formed the participants of the research. A semi-structured interview form was used in the collection of the data. In the analysis of the data, content analysis method was used. The data collected by the content analysis method were analyzed by converting them into codes and themes. As a result of the findings obtained from the study, according to the five characteristics relative advantage, compatibility, testability, complexity and observability included in the innovation perception dimension of the innovation diffusion theory of Learning Management Systems, it has been revealed that the system meets the educational needs of the participants, the learners adapt to the system easily thanks to their previous experiences and find the system useful. It has been seen that the LMSs provides ease of use by the participants, especially in the relative utility dimension, reduces the level of complexity with the qualities of simplicity and simplicity, and thus increases the use of the system.

 Bu araştırma, Anadolu Üniversitesi Uzaktan Öğretim Bölümü Tezsiz Yüksek Lisans öğrencilerinin görüşleri doğrultusunda Anadolu Üniversitesi Öğrenme Yönetim Sistemini ÖYS, yeniliğin yayılımı kuramı çerçevesinde incelemeyi amaçlamaktadır. Araştırmada nitel araştırma yöntemi kullanılmıştır. Çalışma grubu amaçlı örneklem türlerinden ölçüt örnekleme yöntemi ile belirlenmiş ve Anadolu Üniversitesi Uzaktan Öğretim Tezsiz Yüksek Lisans Programında öğrenim gören 20 öğrenci araştırmanın katılımcılarını oluşturmuştur. Verilerin toplanmasında yarı yapılandırılmış görüşme formu kullanılmıştır. Verilerin analizinde ise içerik analizi yönteminden yararlanılmıştır. İçerik analizi yöntemi ile toplanan veriler kod ve temalara dönüştürülerek analiz edilmiştir. Çalışmadan elde edilen bulgular sonucunda öğrenme yönetim sistemlerinin yeniliğin yayılımı kuramının yenilik algısı boyutunda yer alan beş özelliğine göreceli avantaj, uyumluluk, denenebilirlik, karmaşıklık ve gözlenebilirlik göre; sistemin, katılımcıların eğitim gereksinimlerini karşıladığı, öğrenenlerin önceki deneyimleri sayesinde sisteme kolay adapte oldukları ve sistemi yararlı buldukları ortaya çıkmıştır. ÖYSlerin katılımcılar tarafından özellikle göreceli yarar boyutunda kullanım kolaylığı sağlaması, sadelik ve basitlik nitelikleri ile karmaşıklık düzeyini azalttığı ve böylece sistemin kullanımının arttığı görülmüştür.

Article Details

Examining learning management systems (LMS) within the framework of diffusion of innovation theory: A research on the opinions of Anadolu University non-thesis master's degree students

Authors:

Rezan Özgökçe Koç | Berrin Özkanal

Publisher:

Ordu University

Main Topics:

Halkla İlişkiler | İletişim ve Medya Çalışmaları | Alan Eğitimleri

Journal:

Ordu Üniversitesi Sosyal Bilimler Enstitüsü Sosyal Bilimler Araştırmaları Dergisi Vol.14 Issue 4, pp.1647-1662

Document Type:

Article

Publication Date:

12/2024

Document Language:

Turkish

Document ID (Org No.):

2001334487

pISSN:

1309-9302

Distance Education

Online Learning

LMS

Spread of Innovation

Perceived BenefitUzaktan Öğretim

Çevrimiçi Öğrenme

ÖYS

Yeniliğin Yayılımı

Algılanan Yarar

Issues

Article Details

Authors: Rezan Özgökçe Koç | Berrin Özkanal

Publisher: Ordu University

Main Topics: Halkla İlişkiler | İletişim ve Medya Çalışmaları | Alan Eğitimleri

Journal: Ordu Üniversitesi Sosyal Bilimler Enstitüsü Sosyal Bilimler Araştırmaları Dergisi Vol.14 Issue 4, pp.1647-1662

Document Type: Article

Publication Date: 12/2024

Document Language: Turkish

Document ID (Org No.): 2001334487

pISSN: 1309-9302

Issues

Authors:

Rezan Özgökçe Koç | Berrin Özkanal

Publisher:

Ordu University

Main Topics:

Halkla İlişkiler | İletişim ve Medya Çalışmaları | Alan Eğitimleri

Journal:

Ordu Üniversitesi Sosyal Bilimler Enstitüsü Sosyal Bilimler Araştırmaları Dergisi Vol.14 Issue 4, pp.1647-1662

Document Type:

Article

Publication Date:

12/2024

Document Language:

Turkish

Document ID (Org No.):

2001334487

pISSN:

1309-9302