Relationship of Perceived Trust and Perceived Ease of Use on Adoption of Computer Aided Learning in the Context of Sri Lankan International Schools

Abstract

Current research examines the relationship of perceived ease of use and perceived trust on adopting computer aided learning in Sri Lankan context. Sample was drawn out of the students pertinent to the branches of three private international schools operating in Sri Lanka. In the very beginning, 500 questionnaires were distributed and ultimately 305 duly completed questionnaires were considered for the final data analysis. Contributory factors towards perceived trust were identified by conducting principal component analysis. TAM has been extended by using the perceived trust variable. Correlation analysis followed by multiple regression analysis using hierarchical method along with diagnosis tests for outliers, residuals, influential cases, were performed whilst supplementary statistical tests, such as trend analysis and contrast test of ANOVA have also been used for further analysis of demographic characteristics. Empirical evidences supported two hypotheses indicating the positive relationships of perceived trust and perceived ease of use variables towards adopting computer aided learning. Besides, it was revealed that there are differences between demographic variables. Third hypothesis asserting the existence of differences in adoption of computer aided learning between lower usage user category and higher usage category was also supported. Restricted sample selection owing to time restrictions are limitations. Nevertheless, extending the TAM in relation to present research context could be noted as the originality of the research alongside the identification and selection of perceived trust factors. Findings would be beneficial for e-learning service providers, school officials, students and education policy makers, the same. In conclusion, future researches could be performed in varied contexts in the field of technology adoption in search of diverse findings.