E-Learning in Afghanistan Higher Education: Wheel of Change

The research discusses the implementation of e-learning programs in Kabul based public universities. The aim of this research is to find what types of facilities, problems and challenges exist towards launching e-learning programs in the stated universities. The study uses both qualitative and quantitative methods for data collection to answers the following questions: Do instructors and students at Kabul based public universities have necessary skills to integrate technology in their teaching and learning? What are the advantages and disadvantages of e-learning in higher education? What types of e-learning programs can be launched with more ease and effectiveness in the next two years (2019-2020) in these universities? The research results indicate that most instructors have the basic skills to integrate technology in their teaching while majority of students need trainings. However, lack of sustainable electricity, ICT tools and poor internet connection can challenge the efficient implementation of e-learning programs in Kabul based public Universities. Quality education, cost, time, and greater enrollment are main factors for growing e-learning programs. Kabul based public universities can use various platforms such as AfghanX and Moodle for managing e-learning programs.