A Study on Student’s Attitude towards Mobile Apps Use for E-Learning at Undergraduate Level

Abstract

The study examines student‟s attitude and experience in using e-learning as a holistic learning tool. A qualitative methodology used in this study is based on content analysis of online forums and survey among 134 students at undergraduate level, who have responded to online forums posted through Mobile Apps. Using Roger‟s (1995) diffusion of innovations model, this study attempts to understand the factors that influence the adoption of Mobile Apps e-learning system based on user‟s own experience. Although in this case the students have no choices and are required to use Mobile Apps, the study finds that there are elements of relative advantages, compatibility and complexity for students to adopt Mobile Apps. Furthermore, the positive experience among students using Mobile Apps motivates them to continuously use Mobile Apps. Overall, the results provide insights and recommendations to the learning institutions, faculties and instructors to accelerate the adoption of e-learning.