The views of shareholders on utilization of educational technologies in adult learning

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to reveal the views of shareholders on utilization of educational technologies in informal education institutions. A total of 10 people including 5 officers and 5 course attendees who were selected via convenience sampling which is one of purposeful sampling methods, participated in this study using qualitative research method. The study was conducted in phenomenological design, which is among qualitative research designs. Thus, a semi-structured interview form was prepared and interview technique was used to collect data in the study. The data were analyzed via content analysis technique. All the data acquired in the study were coded, various dimensions and appropriate themes for these dimensions were determined in accordance with the study purpose. Percentages and frequencies related to the themes were calculated. As a result of the study, the views of shareholders on utilization of educational technologies in informal education institutions were revealed.