5.3 Beliefs Related to the Challenges to Use of OLEs

In contrast to the previous section which concentrated on the value of OLEs for the teaching and learning of FSFL, this section highlights those beliefs which generally question its value or which raise concerns about use of OLEs. Issues related to time and the curriculum constitute the first sub-category in this section. The lack of training, support and vision constitute the second sub-category. The third sub-category focuses on issues related to connectivity, online access, access to computer labs and supply of equipment. The fourth sub-category concentrates on beliefs which present the challenges related to monitoring students while online and controlling what they do and access while online. Students themselves are the focus of the next sub-category as teachers describe their beliefs about how, sometimes, students may resist their attempts at trying to teach and promote learning in OLEs. In the final sub-category are beliefs which emphasize the particular challenges related to the Internet, and such issues as navigation and information overload.