Abstract:
Conducting on-line learning requires the availability of a number of aspects. These aspects
include learners‘ readiness, curricula suitability, technical infrastructure, technical support,
financial readiness and teachers‘ training. In view of these aspects, this study was undertaken to
investigate the extent to which the Sudanese universities are ready to conduct on-line learning.
Results revealed that the Sudanese Universities are not yet ready for on-line learning. This is
because: the learners lack the required characteristics and e-readiness, the current curricula need
major deliberate improvements in order be replicated on-line and the technical infrastructure is
below par, limited and is not utilized properly. There are neither procedures for providing on-
going technical support nor maintenance and there is no money that is particularly allocated for
financing the instructional technology. Moreover, the Staff training courses are improvised and
are only confined to basic computer skills. Besides that there is no training in the pedagogical
use of technology. Based on these results the study have outlined and suggested some key
elements that can form a foundation for a strategic plan that may improve the readiness of the
Sudanese Universities to conduct on-line learning.
