A STUDY ON E-LEARNING ADOPTION AND EFFECTIVENESS IN TRAINING PROGRAMS FOR TEACHERS IN HIGHER EDUCATION

E-learning, supported by innovative technologies, is vital to modern education and workforce development. This study examines the adoption and effectiveness of e-learning in training programs. This study investigates the impact of demographic characteristics on e-learning adoption, explores the impact of e-learning adoption on e-learning effectiveness and provides insightful information for enhancing e-learning programmes. The study uses an exploratory design, collecting data from 800 teachers of higher educational institutions who enrolled in multiple online training programmes. Primary data was collected using a structured questionnaire. The hypotheses were tested using MANOVA and multiple regression analysis. This study observed that select demographic variables significantly influence e-learning adoption, and adoption is significantly associated with learning effectiveness. This study provides practical insights for effectively implementing e-learning strategies and ensuring the efficiency of learning programs.