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Promoting E-learning in University Education in Korea: The Role of Regional University E-learning Centers

  • Han, In-Soo (Department of Management Chungnam National University) ;
  • Oh, Keun-Yeob (Department of International Trade Chungnam National University) ;
  • Lee, Sang Bin (Department of Management Chungnam National University)
  • Received : 2013.09.19
  • Accepted : 2013.08.03
  • Published : 2013.09.28
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Abstract

This paper aims at investigating what Regional University E-Learning Centers (RUECs) has done in promoting e-learning in university education in Korea. First, the e-learning situation in university education in Korea is introduced. Secondly, the background of establishment of RUECs and its functions are explained in detail. Thirdly, a case of RUECs is suggested by using the CNU-University E-Learning Center. In particular, the performance of e-learning is evaluated based on the student satisfaction data, and a paired-t test is implemented to see if there was any difference between 'before' and 'after' e-learning. Lastly, some suggestions are made to promote the e-learning in university education.

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