ACCEPTANCE AND OPPORTUNITIES OF E-LEARNING TECHNOLOGIES FOR UNIVERSITY BUSINESS EDUCATION PROGRAMMES IN KWARA STATE, NIGERIA

Abstract

The evolving landscape of digital education has ushered in a new era for university teaching and learning, particularly within business education programmes. This study explores the acceptance and emerging opportunities of e-learning technologies among educators and students in university business education programmes across Kwara State, Nigeria. Guided by Dewey’s (1938) Experiential Learning Theory, the research adopts a descriptive survey design with a sample of 250 participants drawn from a population of 664, using Taro Yamane’s sampling formula. Data were collected using the validated AOETUBEPQ instrument with a reliability coefficient of 0.85. Analytical methods included frequency, percentage, mean scores, and independent sample t-tests at the 0.05 significance level.Findings reveal a high level of acceptance of e-learning technologies among both educators and students, reflecting a positive disposition toward digital integration in business education. Additionally, the study identifies several educational opportunities enabled by e-learning, such as flexible instructional delivery, expanded access to learning resources, and improved academic engagement. The study recommends sustaining this momentum through targeted professional development programmes, strategic investments in digital platforms, and the promotion of collaborative learning environments. These initiatives are essential to strengthen the integration of e-learning technologies and position university business education programmes in Kwara State for global competitiveness.

Key Words: Acceptance, Opportunities, E-learning, Business Education