Green ICT and Self-directed Users

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Noorriati Din

Abstract

The Green information and communication technology (ICT) is introduced to support the implementation of the green environment. Promoting green technology and green economy includes "green manufacturing hub", green infrastructure", low carbon emission, efficient use of resources and a healthy, well-educated populace. For this study, the independent variable is the self-directed learning readiness while the dependent variable is the level of awareness on Green ICT. Seventy-seven distance learners participate in the survey. Purposive sampling technique chosen for this study. Findings showed that the level of green awareness scored high.

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Din, N. (2018). Green ICT and Self-directed Users. Journal of ASIAN Behavioural Studies, 3(8), 79–85. https://doi.org/10.21834/jabs.v3i8.280

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