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Faculty attitudes toward online teaching play a crucial role in the overall success of online education initiatives. Research indicates that teachers’ self-efficacy regarding web-based learning significantly influences their willingness to engage with online course development and teaching methods. Specifically, these attitudes are important predictors of how positively faculty approach integrating technology and online teaching practices into their courses, which in turn affects students' learning outcomes and engagement levels in the online environment. During the rapid transition to online education prompted by the COVID-19 pandemic, many faculty members faced challenges due to their lack of experience and confidence in teaching online. This led to a reliance on quick and often inadequate solutions, rather than effective research-based methods. Acceptance and commitment to online teaching from faculty can foster a more stable learning environment for students, allowing for better course design and implementation, which is essential for effective online learning. Moreover, some institutions that prioritized professional development for faculty were better prepared to offer quality online courses compared to those that did not actively support their faculty. This difference underscores the importance of faculty attitudes and support in achieving successful online education outcomes. https://bit.ly/3X2eseH

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