Intention to use m-learning in higher education settings

• Ferreira, Jorge Brantes ^[2] ; Freitas, Angilberto Sabino de ^[1] ; Carvalho, Maria Luiza Azevedo de ^[2] ; Azevedo, Helga Campos de ^[2] ; Gobbo, Anna Maria Calvão ^[2] ; Giovannini, Cristiane Junqueira ^[2]
  1. [1] Universidade Unigranrio

     Universidade Unigranrio

     Brasil

     
  2. [2] PUC-rio
• Localización: Revista Pretexto, ISSN-e 1984-6983, Vol. 15, Nº. Extra 1 (NÚMERO ESPECIAL), 2014, págs. 11-28
• Idioma: inglés
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  • This study focuses on identifying factors influencing intention to use m-learning (learning through mobile devices) in a higher education environment. Using Structural Equation Modeling, supported by the literature on Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) (Davis et al., 1989), a framework has been proposed, and a cross-sectional survey comprising 402 students from a Brazilian university was used to measure several constructs related to technology acceptance (m-learning). Results indicate, through structural equations modeling analysis, that while significant effects were found for ease of use, compatibility and self-efficacy. Lastly, we conclude that perceptions of short-term usefulness exert the greatest effects on students' intention to use m-learning.