Exploring students' intention to use a mobile application for learning construction ergonomics.
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| Title: | Exploring students' intention to use a mobile application for learning construction ergonomics. |
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| Authors: | Chellappa, Vigneshkumar1 (AUTHOR) vkumar.chellappa@polyu.edu.hk |
| Source: | Education & Information Technologies. Aug2025, Vol. 30 Issue 12, p16805-16833. 29p. |
| Subject Terms: | *Civil engineering education, *Academic motivation, *Digital learning, Mobile apps, Accuracy of information, Technology Acceptance Model, Construction industry safety |
| Abstract: | Construction ergonomics is crucial for developing strategies to prevent workplace injuries and enhance worker well-being. However, this critical topic is often overlooked or inadequately addressed in civil engineering education programs. To bridge this knowledge gap, a mobile application (app) was developed to facilitate learning about construction ergonomics for civil engineering students. This study investigates factors influencing civil engineering students' intention to use a mobile learning platform for construction ergonomics. Building upon the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM), which emphasizes perceived usefulness and ease of use, the researchers incorporated additional variables—perceived app quality, perceived enjoyment, and information quality—to provide a more comprehensive understanding of technology adoption in this context. Data were collected from 107 students at an affiliated institute of Anna University Chennai. The results showed that nine out of the ten proposed hypotheses were supported. Findings indicate that students perceive the app's information as useful, develop a positive attitude toward it, and are inclined to use it. This study contributes to ergonomics theory by providing a theoretical foundation for applying mobile apps in construction ergonomics education. The findings also have implications for practical innovation and the wider adoption of mobile learning in civil engineering education. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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