A single theory, the Technology Acceptance Model, tended
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While a single theory, the Technology Acceptance Model, tended to dominate the literature, the evidence base is peppered with numerous theoretical models that need to be examined more rigorously to ascertain their utility in improving the d
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Stated in the abstract and future work and inline gaps sections of the source papers, classified as general, drawn from work published between 2023 and 2026, spanning 3 journals. Those papers have been cited 22 times in total.
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- Designing and delivering digital learning (e-Learning) interventions in nursing and midwifery education: A systematic review of theories (2023) · Nurse Education in Practice · cited 22× · doi
While a single theory, the Technology Acceptance Model, tended to dominate the literature, the evidence base is peppered with numerous theoretical models that need to be examined more rigorously to ascertain their utility in improving the design or implementation of digital forms of learning to improve pedagogical research and practice in nursing and midwifery.
generalstated in abstractevidence 5/5Keywords: single theory technology acceptance model tended dominate literature evidence base peppered numerous theoretical models need - Mapping the technology acceptance curve (2026) · American Journal of STEM Education · doi
The study proposes a new framework to capture the entire gamut of psychological processes that individuals undergo while accepting and adopting new technologies. While the current study focuses on educators, the model can be applied to other professions as well. As a prefatory step, this study sifts through literature and available models to come up with a framework that better captures the entire spectrum. However, future research on samples will bolster the conceptual framework proposed in this study. REFERENCES Al-Emran, M., & Granić, A. (2021). Is It Still Valid or Outdated? A Bibliometric Analysis of the Technology Acceptance Model and Its Applications From 2010 to 2020. In M. Al-Emran & K. Shaalan (Eds.), Recent Advances in Technology Acceptance Models and Theories (Vol. 335, pp. 1–12). Springer International Publishing. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-64987-6_1 Al-Emran, M., Mezhuyev, V., & Kamaludin, A. (2018). Technology Acceptance Model in M-learning context: A systematic review. Computers & Education, 125, 389–412. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compedu.2018.06.008 AlManei, M., Salonitis, K., & Tsinopoulos, C. (2018). A conceptual lean implementation framework based on change management theory. Procedia Cirp, 72, 1160–1165. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.procir.2018.03.141 Armitage, C. J. (2009). Is there utility in the transtheoretical model? British Journal of Health Psychology, 14(2), 195–210. https://doi.org/10.1348/135910708X368991 Bagga, S. K., Gera, S., & Haque, S. N. (2023). The mediating role of organizational culture: Transformational leadership and change management in virtual teams. Asia Pacific Management Review, 28(2), 120–131. Baumeister, R. F., Vohs, K. D., Nathan DeWall, C., & Liqing Zhang. (2007). How Emotion Shapes Behavior: Feedback, Anticipation, and Reflection, Rather Than Direct Causation. Personality and Social Psychology Review, 11(2), 167–203. https://doi.org/10.1177/1088868307301033 9 Bhattacherjee, A., & Park, S. C. (2014). Why end-users move to the cloud: A migration-theoretic analysis. European Journal of Information Systems, 23(3), 357–372. https://doi.org/10.1057/ejis.2013.1 Boonstra, A. (2024). Change management for digital transformation. In A Research Agenda for Digital Transformation (pp. 227–254). Edward Elgar Publishing. https://www.elgaronline.com/edcollchap/book/9781035306435/bookpart-9781035306435-16.xml Conceição, S. C. O. (2006). Faculty Lived Experiences in the Online Environment. Adult Education Quarterly, 57(1), 26–45. https://doi.org/10.1177/1059601106292247 Corr, C. A. (2021). Should We Incorporate the Work of Elisabeth Kübler- Ross in Our Current Teaching and Practice and, If So, How? OMEGA - Journal of Death and Dying, 83(4), 706–728. https://doi.org/10.1177/0030222819865397 Darban, M., & Polites, G. L. (2016). Do emotions matter in technology training?
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Future studies are recommended to involve broader samples, use probability sampling, and include individual perceptions and an 356 " Asian Journal of Applied Education (AJAE) " Vol. FURTHER RESEARCH This research still has limitations so further research on this topic is still needed “Students’ use of Internet-Based Payment Applications: An Extension of the Technology Acceptance Model Theory” REFERENCES Agarwal, R.
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