Abstract:

Technology Reading Index (TRI) has used to determine individuals’ willingness to use of technology. This study focuses on differences among belief and use new technology of academic staffs. The article examines how each dimension (optimism, innovativeness, discomfort, insecurity) of Technology Reading Index (TRI) influences Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) which have consumer perceived usefulness and perceived ease of use dimensions. The results show that of optimism dimension of TRI has a positive effect on both consumers perceived usefulness and perceived ease of use while innovativeness dimension has a positive effect on perceived ease of use. Researches on TRI and TAM have overlooked the potential role of technology readiness and acceptance in the development of academic staff. This study tests belief and use new technology of academic staffs.

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