Acceptance of Mobile-Based Assessment from the Perspective of Self-Determination Theory of Motivation

Abstract

Mobile-based assessment offers a promising (complementary to paper-based and computer-based) assessment delivery mode. However, its successful implementation depends on users' acceptance. The present study is the first towards the investigation of the factors that influence the acceptance of mobile-based assessment. It combines two theoretical frameworks: Technology Acceptance Model and Self-Determination Theory of Motivation. Partial Least Squares were used to test the proposed structural model. Perceived Autonomy, Perceived Relatedness and Perceived Competency, along with Perceived Usefulness and Perceived Ease of Use, influence Attitudes Towards Use and Behavior Intention to use Mobile-Based Assessment. The study confirms Technology Acceptance Model and showed that Self Determination Theory can be useful in predicting students' acceptance in the context of mobile-based assessment.