Abstract:
This study aims to comprehensively identify
key factors influencing the acceptance of online
education in Bangladesh. A sample of 198 students with
prior experience in online education was surveyed using
a well-designed semi-structured questionnaire, and the
reliability of questionnaire was ensured through a pilot
survey. The study employed factor analysis, which
revealed three critical factors impacting the acceptance
of online education during the COVID-19 pandemic in
Bangladesh: accessibility, satisfaction, and flexibility.
The analysis found that accessibility and satisfaction,
represented by five items each, explained 35.75% and
42.67% of the variance, respectively, highlighting their
significance in shaping students' acceptance of online
education. Moreover, the dimension of flexibility,
encompassing course flexibility, mental health flexibility,
and internet access, proved to be a crucial factor,
explaining a substantial 57.09% of the total variance.
The study provides valuable insights into the factors
that enhance online learning experiences for students in
Bangladesh. These findings offer guidance to educators
and decision-makers seeking to improve the quality and
accessibility of online learning opportunities. By
understanding the factors that influence student
experiences with online education, institutions can
devise more effective strategies to promote student
learning and engagement in the online environment.
Keywords: Online Education; Statistical Analysis;
Accessibility; Satisfaction; Flexibility
