Authors
Cláudia Pinho, Mário Franco, Luis Mendes
Publication date
2020/12/15
Journal
Information and Learning Sciences
Volume
121
Issue
11/12
Pages
869-887
Publisher
Emerald Publishing Limited
Description
Purpose
Based on the technology acceptance model (TAM), this study aims to determine the influence of personality traits on the acceptance and usage of Web portals in Portuguese universities.
Design/methodology/approach
To this end, a quantitative study was conducted using structural equation modelling and a structured questionnaire, directed to teaching and non-teaching staff in Portuguese universities.
Findings
The results obtained from 338 valid responses indicate a positive influence between personality traits and the use of Web portals.
Practical implications
The study emphasizes the importance of usefulness and ease of use of Portuguese universities’ Web portals. It contributes to developing the literature about the process of information technology (IT) acceptance and use and users’ personality traits.
Originality/value
This study is innovative by contributing to the theory of personality traits and TAM in the …
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Scholar articles
C Pinho, M Franco, L Mendes - Information and Learning Sciences, 2020