Strategic Approaches to Increase Course Management System Adoption by Higher Education Faculty

Abstract

The literature suggests multi-causal reasons for low levels of faculty adoption of course management systems (CMSs), and this paper proposes a strategic approach to increase faculty adoption of CMSs. First, challenges to faculty CMS adoption and how faculty willingness to complete CMS training influences CMS adoption will be discussed. Next, research indicating that faculty perceptions of CMS compatibility with their teaching style affects CMS training completion, and likely has a secondary impact on CMS adoption, will be reviewed. Lastly, recommendations for targeting faculty with teaching styles less compatible with CMS use and improving their compatibility will be given.