Abstract:
The use of e-learning systems has increased
significantly in the recent times. E-learning systems are
supplementing teaching and learning in universities globally.
Kenyan universities have adopted e-learning technologies as
means for delivering course content. However despite adoption of
these systems, there are considerable challenges facing the
usability of the systems. Lecturers and students have different
perceptions in regard to the usability of e-learning systems. The
aim of this study was to evaluate usability attributes that affect e-
learning systems in Kenyan universities. The study had two fold
objectives; determining status of e-learning platforms and
evaluating usability issues affecting e-learning adoption in
Kenyan universities. The research took a case study of one of the
public universities which has implemented Moodle e-learning
system. The usability attributes evaluated were user-friendliness,
learnability, technological infrastructure and policy. The
research made recommendations which could help universities
accelerate the adoption of e-learning systems
