Pregledni rad

https://doi.org/10.22598/pi-be/2017.11.2.107

E-LEARNING IN THE HANDS OF GENERATION Y AND Z

Kiril Postolov ; Ss Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje, Faculty of Economics –Skopje, Republic of Macedonia
Marija Magdinceva Sopova ; University Goce Delcev, Stip, Faculty of Tourism and Business Logistics, Republic of Macedonia
Aleksandra Janeska Iliev ; Ss Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje, Faculty of Economics –Skopje, Republic of Macedonia

Sažetak

There have been a number of papers revolving around e-learning, since technological advancement has triggered interest and development for all online platforms. Still, the application of e-learning is not merely a technological solution, but a process involving many diverse factors such as social and behavioral contexts. The paper primarily focuses on the basic features of the most relevant generations currently representing the core workforce, Generation Y and the upcoming Generation Z. This will form the basis for assumptions which will be tested with regard to the troubling labor market, at the same time connecting these generations with considerations about e-learning. Based on deductive reasoning, the focus is on the types of training, with a discussion of the main aspects and content of this type of learning. Despite the theoretical discussion, appropriate practical empirical research including the members of the mentioned generations and their applications of e-learning has been incorporated. Additionally, several relevant conclusions are made taking into account different variables related to e-learning based on a sample consisting of members of Generation Y and Generation Z. Th e research will present certain indications related to generations Y and Z, their orientation and willingness to use e-learning, primarily resulting from the characteristics and availability of the appropriate information technology. Although the research is rather new it should be noted that Generation Z was born and raised with the web, they are digital-centric and technology is their blood. This paper should be given its practical and applied dimension by conducting relevant research. Th is analysis will off er insights into significant issues concerning e-learning and provide the foundations for further discussion on the trends related to the generation currently present as the dominant workforce and their attitude towards e-learning. The limitations of the research are embedded in the struggle to measure some of the differences and characteristics within the different generational groups.

Ključne riječi

e-learning; Generation Y; Generation Z; characteristics; online learning; generational differences

Hrčak ID:

192702

URI

https://hrcak.srce.hr/192702

Datum izdavanja:

20.12.2017.

Podaci na drugim jezicima: hrvatski

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