Exploring Acceptance Of Game Based Learning From Malaysian Government Professionals’ Perspectives

Abstract

Project managers need to visualize the project, and effectively learn how to manage it. However, this objective is not fully achievable using conventional learning approach via classroom training. Learning using game is introduced to provide a more interactive and engaging learning environment. A survey was conducted to a group of Malaysian Government professionals, where one of their core businesses is project management, to evaluate their acceptance on this approach based on three specific aspects -perceived usefulness, perceived ease of use and intention to use. The professionals responded positively in the survey even though, they were only explained on the concept of game based learning and not experiencing the actual game. This study is very important as the result of this study encourages the acceptance of game based learning in project management field. Future development on the content of the game is required to ensure effective, efficient and engaging learning is achievable.