The Relationship between Educators’ Attitudes, Perceived Usefulness, and Perceived Ease of Use of Instructional and Web-Based Technologies: Implications from Technology Acceptance Model (TAM)

Abstract

Over the years, developing countries have experienced tremendous growth in access to information and communication technology (ICT). This growth in access to ICT has brought about massive changes in many sectors within the society, including education. Researchers explored teacher educators' attitudes and use of instructional and web-based technologies in teacher preparation programs. Researchers used Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) in this study. Using a mixed-method design, researchers examined the relationships between educators' attitudes and the use of technology. Findings from descriptive statistics have shown that educators exhibited overall positive attitudes toward technology. Pearson's product-moment correlation coefficient revealed relationship exists between perceived ease of use and perceived usefulness. Both quantitative and qualitative findings in this study have implications for educators and administrators in Nigerian education, especially, teacher preparation programs.

Continuous Use of NFT Trading Platforms: A Perspective Integrating the Expectation Confirmation Model and the Information Systems Success Model

“…[82]Ease of use simplifies the trading process, reducing the learning costs for users, [83]while usefulness ensures that the platform can meet the users' core needs. [84]This user-friendly experience enhances trust in and reliance on the platform, thereby elevating user loyalty.…”

“…When users attain apparent economic gains on a platform such as cost savings or better trading opportunities, their willingness to use intensifies. [84]Such economic incentives encourage more frequent platform usage as users can see tangible returns. [85]Finally, individual and organizational influences positively affect the users' continual usage intention.…”