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Table 2 Factor analysis results and Cronbach’s alpha coefficients

From: The acceptance and use of a virtual learning environment in higher education: an empirical study in Turkey, and the UK

Measurement Items

Factor Loads

Cronbach’s α

TR

UK

TR

UK

Performance expectancy

  

.89

.83

I find the VLE useful in my studies.

.770

.646

  

Using the VLE enables me to accomplish tasks quickly.

.751

.767

  

Using the VLE increases my productivity in lectures.

.831

.714

  

If I use the VLE, I will increase my productivity in lectures.

.811

.714

  

Effort expectancy

  

.87

.89

I find the VLE easy to use

.679

.620

  

Learning to operate the VLE is easy to me.

.693

.630

  

Social influence

  

.76

.79

My classmates think that I should use the VLE.

.693

.688

  

My lecturers have been helpful in the use of the VLE.

.671

.637

  

In general, my university has supported the use of the VLE.

 

.646

  

Facilitating conditions

  

.84

.86

I have the resources necessary to use the VLE.

.775

.804

  

I have the knowledge necessary to use the VLE.

.817

.858

  

Behavioral intention

  

.92

.98

I intend to use the VLE in future modules.

.792

.906

  

I predict I will use the VLE in future modules.

.769

.916

  

I plan to use the VLE in future modules.

.758

.916