The Effect of Technology Application Through Blended Learning on Students' Interest and Willingness to Accept in Learning Principles of Accounting

Abstract

The aim of this study was to analyze students' readiness and interest in blended learning using the latest technology in Principles of Accounting subject in schools of the southern zone of Malaysia. The study used a quantitative approach with the study design on a survey basis based on a questionnaire. It involved 400 form four students from 30 secondary schools in the states of Johor, Melaka and Negeri Sembilan. The selection of schools and respondents was made using simple random sampling. The data was analyzed using descriptive tests. The findings showed that students' readiness for blended learning in Principles of Accounting subject was at a high level (mean = 4.19) while students' interest in learning Accounting Principles through the blended learning method had a high level as well (mean = 4.33). Overall students are ready to accept blended learning methods in the process of learning Principles of Accounting subject. As an implication of the study, teachers of these subjects can take the opportunity to provide a blended learning method using technology that can increase students' interest, understanding and mastery compared to conventional methods that are usually teacher-centered.