e-learning readiness - Asia Pacific Region - Open University Malaysia

TABLE 72. Summary of Findings (continued)Construct Policy Maker Provider Enabler ReceiverManagementReadinessMean 5.98 SD 2.47Ready to put in place policiesand mission statements insupport of E-learning initiativesNAMean 6.24 SD 2.24Most organisations have vision aswell as policies on E-learningNAAspirations have not beenadequately translated intoconcrete action andimplementation plansLack of emphasis on E-learning inschoolsLack of coordination efforts inmonitoring of E-learningprogrammes by organisationsRRRRPersonnelReadinessMean 5.87 SD 2.31Inadequate development ofhuman resources such asinstructional designersConcerted effort needed todevelop and organize HRdevelopmentMean 6.52 SD 2.28Most organisations have acentral unit/team dedicated todeveloping & implementing E-learningMost organisations have a staffdevelopment plan for E-learningMean 5.88 SD 2.15Lack of E-learning exposure andtrainingLack of long term staffdevelopment plan for E-learningGreater access and know-howamong enablers could ensuregreater sensitization of E-learningNARRRRJoint Study by MEWC and OUM 98