Exploring Student’s Acceptance of an EDMODO Learning Management System in Advanced Mobile Applications Course

In the world where social media became its backbone, education should not be an exception. There are various types of online learning management systems which are like social media applications, with certain features tailored for eLearning education. Edmodo is a popular learning management system in the world and the Kurdistan region in Iraq. This study aims to inspect the factors influence using Edmodo learning management system to assist education in a blended classroom, by using an extended Technology Acceptance Model (TAM). This study included a total of 32 students, who attended the course of advanced mobile applications in a blended classroom environment. The results analysis using multiple regression analysis showed that the Edmodo learning management system was well-received where the quality of the scientific material acted as a good factor and was able to estimate utility and easy to use by the students. Regarding the Motivation factor, it was discovered that there was no significant association with the perception of usefulness. Also, it was found that students were pleased with Edmodo as a Learning Management System and it improved their programming skills through given assignments