| Research Questions | R-Objectives | Population & Sampling | Data Collection Tools | D-Analysis Tools |
| What is the level of usage of e-learning platforms on blended distance programmes in tertiary learning institutions? | To describe the level to which e-learning platforms have been used by the tertiary (colleges) learning institutions in Zambia | · Population 672 of lecturers & learners on blended distance programmes · Simple random sampling · Sample sizes per stratum (institution) per targeted population—Sample sizes, n = N/(1 + N(e)2) | Self-administered questionnaires to— lecturers & learners on distance programmes | · Bivariate analysis— Chi-Square · Stata/SE 12.0 package for social sciences researches |
| How can the e-learning platforms use be increased in tertiary (colleges) learning institutions? | To recommend possible solution that would increase the usage of e-learning platforms in tertiary (colleges) learning institutions | · Population of stake-holders—lecturers & managers on blended distance programmes · Non-randomised expert sampling— Purposive Sampling · Sample size—small & subjective to the researcher’s judgement & maximum variation per institution | Workshops composed of—lecturers & managers on blended distance programmes | · Content analysis. · Thematic analysis |