Wednesday, July 24, 2024

Examining the influence of technological self-efficacy, perceived trust, security, and electronic word of mouth on ICT usage in the education sector - Shuo Xu, Kanwal Iqbal Khan & Muhammad Farrukh Shahzad: Scientific Reports, Nature

The study assesses the effect of technology self-efficacy (TSE) on ICT acceptance and implementation in China’s education sector. The results revealed that perceived trust mediates the relationship between TSE and the actual use of ICT tools, intention to use ICT tools for information, and intention to use ICT tools for interaction. Further, perceived security and eWOM significantly moderate the relationship between TSE and perceived trust. The findings indicate that it is essential to offer assistance and instruction to students in the educational sector so they can use ICT technology more frequently. It is also crucial for organizations to establish a supportive culture and provide the necessary technological resources to facilitate the use of ICT.