VIII. Academic Studies Congress | Andizhan, Uzbekistan

A STUDY ON POLYTECHNIC STUDENTS' ATTITUDES AND PERCEPTIONS TOWARDS THE UTILISATION OF E-LEARNING SYSTEM BASED ON THE TECHNOLOGICAL ACCEPTANCE MODEL (TAM)

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20m

Description

In Malaysia, e-learning has been progressively integrated into the educational system at various levels, from primary to higher education. E-learning systems have become a crucial part of education, particularly in the post-pandemic era where the adoption of e-learning accelerated during the unanticipated strike of COVID-19, subsequently transforming the way education is delivered. Despite the return of the normal classroom setting, the adoption of e-learning systems and online educational tools continues to have a significant impact on teaching and learning in the post-pandemic era. This study aims to investigate polytechnic students' attitudes and perceptions towards the utilization of the e-learning system, CIDOS (Curriculum Information Document Online System), using the framework of the Technological Acceptance Model (TAM). TAM is instrumental in understanding the acceptance and use of technology by emphasizing the perceived ease of use and perceived usefulness as primary determinants of user acceptance. By applying TAM, this study seeks to gain insights into how these factors, along with self-efficacy and system accessibility, influence students' attitudes and intentions to use CIDOS. A total of 120 polytechnic students who actively use CIDOS in their learning process were selected for this study. The data were collected through a 5-point Likert scale questionnaire administered via Google Forms. The findings revealed that the majority of students perceive CIDOS as a user-friendly and useful tool that enhances their learning experience. Self-efficacy and system accessibility play a crucial role in shaping students' attitudes towards CIDOS. Additionally, students exhibited positive attitudes towards CIDOS, indicating a high level of satisfaction with the system. This positive attitude is crucial in fostering positive behavioural intentions to continue using CIDOS in their academic pursuits. In conclusion, the study highlights that e-learning systems like CIDOS are well-received by polytechnic students, primarily due to their ease of use, perceived usefulness, self-efficacy, and system accessibility. The implications of these results are significant for policymakers and educational administrators aiming to enhance the quality and effectiveness of e-learning environments in higher education.

Keywords: E-learning system, CIDOS, Technological Acceptance Model (TAM), students’ perception, students’ attitude, students’ satisfaction.