Chapter 2 THEORETICAL FRAMEWORK

This chapter gives the theoretical background that leads to the design of the proposed
system.

2.1 Introduction

There have been several theoretical models, primarily developed from theories in
psychology and sociology, employed to explain technology acceptance and use.

2.2 Technology Acceptance Model

The technology acceptance model (TAM) is an information theory that models how users
come to accept and use a technology. The model suggests that when users are presented with a
new technology, a number of factors influence their decision about how and when they will use
it, notably:

 Perceived usefulness (PU) - This was defined by Fred Davis as “the degree to which a
person believes that using a particular system would enhance his or her job performance”.
 Perceived ease-of-use (PEOU) - Davis defined this as “the degree to which a person
believes that using a particular system would be free from effort” (Davis 1989).

The technology acceptance model by Davis directs the study in checking OASIS-STI
Naga. The user’s acceptance of the OASIS and the problems in the current process are prime
factor in determining if the new system may be adapted.

In the study, perceived usefulness is the belief of the students, parents, faculty officers
and other assigned personnel in the inquiry of student-related data that having OASIS could
make them more productive and help them in improving their work performances.

Meanwhile, perceived ease-of use is the belief of the students, parents, faculty officers
and other assigned personnel in the inquiry of student-related data that having OASIS could
make their work easier.

OASIS-STI Naga 2-1

 Figure 1. Technology Acceptance Model

OASIS-STI Naga 2-2