Examining key determinants of ubiquitous technology adoption in TVET higher education: A UTAUT-based approach

Sedek, Muliati and Che Amran, Aliza and Abdul Kadir, Aida Fazliana and Omar, Siti Rohana and Syed Ahmad, Sharifah Sakinah (2025) Examining key determinants of ubiquitous technology adoption in TVET higher education: A UTAUT-based approach. International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences, 15 (4). pp. 676-687. ISSN 2222-6990

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Abstract

The Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT) identifies Performance Expectancy (PE), Effort Expectancy (EE), Behavioral Intention (BI), Facilitating Conditions (FC), and Social Status (SS) as key factors influencing technology adoption. This study investigates whether these factors contribute to the usage of ubiquitous technology (U-Tech), specifically laptops, smartphones, and tablets, among TVET students in higher education institutions in Malaysia. The research employs a quantitative approach, utilizing structural equation modeling (SEM) via AMOS. Findings indicate significant relationships: Technology Competency (TC) (β = 0.35, p = 0.000), Performance Expectancy (β = 0.41, p = 0.000), and Facilitating Conditions (β = 0.23, p = 0.000) influence U-Tech usage directly. Meanwhile, the influence of EE (β = 0.26, p = 0.000) and SS (β = 0.52, p = 0.000) on U-Tech usage is mediated by BI. These results suggest that 63% of the variance in U-Tech usage is explained by these factors, offering insights into technology adoption in academic settings, especially among TVET students.

Item Type:	Article
Uncontrolled Keywords:	UTAUT, Structural equation modeling, Ubiquitous technology, Higher education, Technology adoption
Divisions:	Centre For Language Learning
Depositing User:	Sabariah Ismail
Date Deposited:	18 Aug 2026 03:54
Last Modified:	18 Aug 2026 03:54
URI:	http://eprints.utem.edu.my/id/eprint/30287
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