Continuous Intention to Use Online Learning during COVID-19 Pandemic Based on Three Different Theoretical Models (TAM, SVT, TOE)

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Title: Continuous Intention to Use Online Learning during COVID-19 Pandemic Based on Three Different Theoretical Models (TAM, SVT, TOE)
Language: English
Authors: Masadeh, Shaden (ORCID 0000-0002-9256-5900), Abumalloh, Rabab (ORCID 0000-0003-2805-3764), Labani, Noha (ORCID 0009-0006-7283-0195)
Source: Turkish Online Journal of Distance Education. Apr 2023 24(2):284-307.
Availability: Anadolu University. Office of the Rector, Eskisehir, 26470, Turkey. Tel: +90-222-335-34-53; Fax: +90-222-335-34-86; e-mail: rektor@anadolu.edu.tr; e-mail: TOJDE@anadolu.edu.tr; Web site: http://tojde.anadolu.edu.tr/
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 24
Publication Date: 2023
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Tests/Questionnaires
Education Level: Higher Education
Postsecondary Education
Descriptors: Electronic Learning, COVID-19, Pandemics, College Students, Intention, Foreign Countries, Adoption (Ideas), Technology Uses in Education, Values, Theories, Student Attitudes
Geographic Terms: Saudi Arabia
ISSN: 1302-6488
Abstract: The novel COVID-19 pandemic has impacted educational systems in almost all countries worldwide. Traditional classes have been canceled or shifted to online mode through the affected countries. Resuming traditional face-to-face instruction might be delayed. This unexpectedly fast and mandatory shifting to online education, along with the significant challenges that face learners and instructors, has led to uncertainty regarding its future. This study aims to inspect students' continuous intention (CI) towards online education during COVID-19, by incorporating different constructs from three theoretical models: first, conservation values (Security (SEC), Conformity (CON)) of Schwartz Value Theory (SVT), organizational support factors (Training (TR), Top management support (TS)) in Technology-Organizational-Environmental (TOE), and the Technology acceptance model (TAM) main factors (perceived usefulness (PU), perceived ease of use (PEU)). To achieve the research goal, a research model was developed referring to previous strong literature. The data was gathered from 310 students from Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal university (IAU) in Saudi Arabia, and analyzed with Structural Equation Modelling SEM-PLS. Findings show that TAM factors (PU, PEU), conservation values factors (SEC, CON), and organizational support factors (TR, TS) are important determinants for online learning adoption during COVID-19 pandemic. The study provides directions for designers and developers to establish a more effective online learning environment, which is more suited for the new digitized generation during unexpected conditions.
Abstractor: As Provided
Entry Date: 2023
Accession Number: EJ1391802
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:The novel COVID-19 pandemic has impacted educational systems in almost all countries worldwide. Traditional classes have been canceled or shifted to online mode through the affected countries. Resuming traditional face-to-face instruction might be delayed. This unexpectedly fast and mandatory shifting to online education, along with the significant challenges that face learners and instructors, has led to uncertainty regarding its future. This study aims to inspect students' continuous intention (CI) towards online education during COVID-19, by incorporating different constructs from three theoretical models: first, conservation values (Security (SEC), Conformity (CON)) of Schwartz Value Theory (SVT), organizational support factors (Training (TR), Top management support (TS)) in Technology-Organizational-Environmental (TOE), and the Technology acceptance model (TAM) main factors (perceived usefulness (PU), perceived ease of use (PEU)). To achieve the research goal, a research model was developed referring to previous strong literature. The data was gathered from 310 students from Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal university (IAU) in Saudi Arabia, and analyzed with Structural Equation Modelling SEM-PLS. Findings show that TAM factors (PU, PEU), conservation values factors (SEC, CON), and organizational support factors (TR, TS) are important determinants for online learning adoption during COVID-19 pandemic. The study provides directions for designers and developers to establish a more effective online learning environment, which is more suited for the new digitized generation during unexpected conditions.
ISSN:1302-6488