Investigating Educators’ Adoption of ENCORE: Insights Through the Lens of UTAUT

The Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT) provides a well-established framework for understanding the adoption of new technologies in education. This study examines educators’ and trainers’ acceptance and use of the ENCORE system through quantitative and qualitative data collected during Crash and Intensive Courses. The analysis focuses on five key dimensions: performance expectancy (PE), effort expectancy (EE), social influence (SI), facilitating conditions (FC), and behavioral intention (BI). Results reveal widespread acceptance of the system, with a positive impact on the perceived effectiveness of OERs and the integration of digital, green, and entrepreneurial competencies in educational contexts. UTAUT results show high PE and BI, moderate SI and FC, and lower EE, suggesting strong usefulness and adoption intent despite some usability challenges. Additionally, qualitative analysis explores user feedback, highlighting critical aspects and opportunities for improvement to ensure sustainable and meaningful adoption. This study bridges the gap between theoretical research and practical applications, offering valuable insights for developers, institutions, and policymakers aiming to integrate advanced technological solutions into education. The implications of these findings are discussed concerning the need for training and support strategies that enhance perceived effectiveness and the acceptability of innovative learning technologies.