Research Article

IT MINDFULNESS AND LEARNING ENGAGEMENT IN ONLINE LEARNING: INVESTIGATING THE MEDIATING ROLE OF TECHNO-EUSTRESS

Volume: 27 Number: 3 July 1, 2026

IT MINDFULNESS AND LEARNING ENGAGEMENT IN ONLINE LEARNING: INVESTIGATING THE MEDIATING ROLE OF TECHNO-EUSTRESS

Abstract

In the 21st century, technology has revolutionised education, making learning more accessible, interactive, and personalised. However, the digital transition has also introduced challenges, such as technostress, which negatively impacts student well-being and learning engagement. While technostress is often viewed as detrimental, emerging research suggests a positive dimension called techno-eustress, which can enhance motivation and adaptability. This study explores the role of IT mindfulness in shaping students’ experiences with techno-eustress and its impact on learning engagement in online environments. Using a quantitative approach, data were collected from 358 higher education students in Malaysia and analysed using partial least square structured equation modelling (PLS-SEM). The findings reveal that IT mindfulness significantly predicts techno-eustress, positively influencing behavioural, cognitive, and emotional engagement. The study also highlights the mediating role of techno-eustress in linking IT mindfulness to engagement, suggesting that students who are mindful of their technology use are more likely to perceive IT demands as challenges rather than burdens, thereby enhancing their learning experience. These results offer valuable insights for educators and institutions aiming to design effective e-learning strategies that mitigate attrition rates, foster engagement, and improve overall learning outcomes.

Keywords

Technology-mediated learning, IT-mindfulness, Techno-eustress, Learning engagement, Online learning

Ethical Statement

This study was conducted in accordance with the ethical principles of research involving human participants. Participation was voluntary, and informed consent was obtained from all respondents prior to data collection. No identifying personal information was gathered, ensuring full confidentiality and anonymity. The data were collected solely for academic purposes, and respondents were assured that their information would not be shared with third parties. The study posed no physical, psychological, or social risks to participants. Since the research involved a student survey that did not require medical or clinical intervention, no formal ethical board approval was sought; however, the study strictly adhered to the ethical standards outlined in the Declaration of Helsinki and the principles of academic integrity.

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APA
Lim, T. P., & Ng, W. C. (2026). IT MINDFULNESS AND LEARNING ENGAGEMENT IN ONLINE LEARNING: INVESTIGATING THE MEDIATING ROLE OF TECHNO-EUSTRESS. Turkish Online Journal of Distance Education, 27(3), 48-70. https://doi.org/10.17718/tojde.1796367
AMA
1.Lim TP, Ng WC. IT MINDFULNESS AND LEARNING ENGAGEMENT IN ONLINE LEARNING: INVESTIGATING THE MEDIATING ROLE OF TECHNO-EUSTRESS. TOJDE. 2026;27(3):48-70. doi:10.17718/tojde.1796367
Chicago
Lim, Thean Pheng, and Wei Chien Ng. 2026. “IT MINDFULNESS AND LEARNING ENGAGEMENT IN ONLINE LEARNING: INVESTIGATING THE MEDIATING ROLE OF TECHNO-EUSTRESS”. Turkish Online Journal of Distance Education 27 (3): 48-70. https://doi.org/10.17718/tojde.1796367.
EndNote
Lim TP, Ng WC (July 1, 2026) IT MINDFULNESS AND LEARNING ENGAGEMENT IN ONLINE LEARNING: INVESTIGATING THE MEDIATING ROLE OF TECHNO-EUSTRESS. Turkish Online Journal of Distance Education 27 3 48–70.
IEEE
[1]T. P. Lim and W. C. Ng, “IT MINDFULNESS AND LEARNING ENGAGEMENT IN ONLINE LEARNING: INVESTIGATING THE MEDIATING ROLE OF TECHNO-EUSTRESS”, TOJDE, vol. 27, no. 3, pp. 48–70, July 2026, doi: 10.17718/tojde.1796367.
ISNAD
Lim, Thean Pheng - Ng, Wei Chien. “IT MINDFULNESS AND LEARNING ENGAGEMENT IN ONLINE LEARNING: INVESTIGATING THE MEDIATING ROLE OF TECHNO-EUSTRESS”. Turkish Online Journal of Distance Education 27/3 (July 1, 2026): 48-70. https://doi.org/10.17718/tojde.1796367.
JAMA
1.Lim TP, Ng WC. IT MINDFULNESS AND LEARNING ENGAGEMENT IN ONLINE LEARNING: INVESTIGATING THE MEDIATING ROLE OF TECHNO-EUSTRESS. TOJDE. 2026;27:48–70.
MLA
Lim, Thean Pheng, and Wei Chien Ng. “IT MINDFULNESS AND LEARNING ENGAGEMENT IN ONLINE LEARNING: INVESTIGATING THE MEDIATING ROLE OF TECHNO-EUSTRESS”. Turkish Online Journal of Distance Education, vol. 27, no. 3, July 2026, pp. 48-70, doi:10.17718/tojde.1796367.
Vancouver
1.Thean Pheng Lim, Wei Chien Ng. IT MINDFULNESS AND LEARNING ENGAGEMENT IN ONLINE LEARNING: INVESTIGATING THE MEDIATING ROLE OF TECHNO-EUSTRESS. TOJDE. 2026 Jul. 1;27(3):48-70. doi:10.17718/tojde.1796367