Factors influencing teachers' adoption of a ubiquitous technology application in supporting teacher performance. (4th December 2009)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Chen, Chao-Hsiu; Chen, Shih-Hsuan; Hwang, Gwo-Jen; Yang, Tzu-Chi
• Is Part Of: International journal of mobile learning and organisation. Volume 4:Number 1(2010)
• Page Start: 39
• Page End: 54
• Publication Date: 2009-12-04
• Subjects: ubiquitous technology -- performance support systems -- technology adoption -- electronic performance support -- teacher support; Mobile communication systems -- Periodicals; Communication in organizations -- Periodicals; Organizational learning -- Periodicals; Mobile communication systems in education -- Periodicals; 371.33
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1746-725X

Abstract

Employing concepts of electronic performance support systems and design-based research, this study developed a ubiquitous performance support system for teachers (UPSST) and implemented it in a school setting. Two teachers participated in this study and data were collected from observation, interviews and system logs. The findings confirm the usability and effectiveness of the UPSST. For example, the teachers could improve both their communication with parents and students and could strengthen the specific evidence of the communication. However, due to factors including equipment issues, personal concerns and former work habits, the participants did not seamlessly incorporate the system into their daily work.