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The aim of this article is to develop an EL and KM adoption model for sharing, updating and adopting the essence of EL and KM. The more particular objectives of the study are to:
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Present the major theoretical implications of the adoption model.
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Determine the enabling conditions and provide some suggestions for practical applications of the adoption model
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Explain the practical implications of the model.
TopEL has been defined as technology-enabled learning, learning via the internet, learning delivered entirely online, collaborative learning, anytime, anywhere learning, inside and outside classroom learning, computer-based or internet-based learning, ICT-facilitated and supported learning, self-directed learning, web-based interactive learning, innovative approach to distance learning, ubiquitous learning, a broad range of online learning, an innovative way of learning to most people, and any type of learning delivered electronically, etc. (Hodgins & Conner, 2000; Zhang & Nunamaker, 2003; JISC, 2004; Bleimann, 2004; Mccombs & Varkili, 2005; Almulla & Alraqas, 2006; Ruiz et al., 2006; Chowdhury & Chowdhury, 2006; Manjunath & Patil, 2006; Hamada, 2007; Sacchanand, 2008; Lau & Tsui, 2009; Zimnas et al., 2009; Zhang et al., 2010; Assareh & Bidokht, 2011).