This study is about the relationship between the factors on the adoption of information and communication technology (ICT) and the preservation of Vaie ethnic culture in Bintulu, Sarawak. This study aims to determine the level of adoption of ICT, the level of cultural preservation factors and the level of behavioral intention on preserving the culture among Vaie ethnic groups. This study also describes the pattern of adoption of ICT in the context of the cultural preservation of Vaie ethnic culture. Sampling consisted of 385 respondents who were selected among Vaie ethnic groups aged 18 to 60 years. A 'non-sequential mixed-method' study design was used to obtain quantitative data and quanlitative data for the study. This exploratory framework is expected to help researchers to explore the domains of interactions of the epistemological phenomena of socio-cultural sustainability of the Vaie ethnic group in Bintulu, Sarawak. The findings of this study is expected to provide benefits and understanding in increasing the adoption of ICT among ethnic minorities and become a guideline for the Vaie ethnic group to maintain their culture by using the ICT platform. The results of this study are expected to have an impact on Malaysia's adoption policy of ICT among ethnic minorities. Significant impacts will also be identified on the communications and networking industry as well as the discovery of new data for sociocultural and technological researchers. In addition, the results of the study emphasized on the policy of achieving ICT as well as its connection with the 16th goal of the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) which is to prevent conflict and protect the rights of marginalized groups (ethnic minorities) by showing the importance of protecting culture, cultural diversity and social unity.
Ajzen, I. (1991). The theory of planned behavior. Organizational Behavior and Human Decision Processes, 50(2), 179–211. https://doi.org/10.1016/0749-5978(91)90020-T
Chong, S. (2020). ASAL-USUL DAN PERUBAHAN IDENTITI KAUM MELANAU DI SARAWAK: SUATU HIPOTESIS (The Homeland of Melanau in Sarawak and their Identity Shifting: A Hypothetical Review). Asian Journal of Environment, 4(1), 77–89.
Choudhury, S., Parida, A., Pant, R. M., & Chatterjee, S. (2019). GIS augmented computational intelligence technique for rural cluster electrification through prioritized site selection of micro-hydro power generation system. Renewable Energy, 142, 487–496. https://doi.org/10.1016/J.RENENE.2019.04.125
Clayre, F. C. S. (1973). A Preliminary Note On Focus and Emphasis in Melanau - A Language of Coastal Sarawak. In Lingua (Vol. 31). North-Holland Pubhshmg Coqlany.
Cochran, W. G. (1963). Sampling Technique. (2nd ed.). John Wiley and Sons Inc. https://www.scirp.org/(S(i43dyn45teexjx455qlt3d2q))/reference/ReferencesPapers.aspx?ReferenceID=1837525
Creswell, J. W., & Clark, V. L. (2007). Designing and Conducts Mix Method Research. Sage Publication.
Davis, F. D. (1989). Perceived Usefulness, Perceived Ease of Use, and User Acceptance of Information Technology. MIS Quarterly, 13(3), 319–340.
Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka. (2014). Daftar Kata Bahasa Vaie-Bahasa Melayu (A. Asmiah, W. Mohd Riduwan, & A. Shantrol, Eds.). Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka.
Dijk, J. A. G. M. (2017). Digital Divide: Impact of Access. In The International Encyclopedia of Media Effects (pp. 1–11). Wiley. https://doi.org/10.1002/9781118783764.wbieme0043
Gani, A., & Clemes, M. D. (2006). Information and communications technology: A non-income influence on economic well being. International Journal of Social Economics, 33(9), 649–663. https://doi.org/10.1108/03068290610683431
Hasan, N., Bao, Y., & Miah, S. J. (2022). Exploring the impact of ICT usage among indigenous people and their quality of life: operationalizing Sen’s capability approach. Information Technology for Development, 28(2), 230–250.
https://doi.org/10.1080/02681102.2021.1951150
Hidayat, S., Ghani, B. A. A., Giridharan, B., Hassan, M. Z., & Franco, F. M. (2018). Using ethnotaxonomy to assess traditonal knowledge and language vitality: A case study with the vaie people of Sarawak, Malaysia. Ethnobiology Letters, 9(2), 33–47. https://doi.org/10.14237/ebl.9.2.2018.740
Horn, C., & Rennie, E. (2018). Digital access, choice and agency in remote Sarawak. Telematics and Informatics, 35(7), 1935–1948. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tele.2018.06.006
Kenny, C. (2002). Information and Communication Technologies for Direct Poverty Alleviation: Costs and Benefits. In Development Policy Review (Vol. 20, Issue 2). Overseas Development Institute. http://www.idrc.ca/acacia/index.html
King, V. T. (1994). What is Brunei society? Reflections on a conceptual and ethnographic issue. South East Asia Research, 2(2), 176–198.
Kripanont, N. (2007). Examining a Technology Acceptance Model of Internet Usage by Academics within Thai Business Schools.
MCMC. (1998). Malaysian Communications And Multimedia Commission (MCMC). https://www.mcmc.gov.my/ms/about-us/history
Morni, M. H., Yuszaidy, M., & Yusoff, M. (2022). https://seyboldreport.net/ THE DEATH RITUAL AND CUSTOMS OF THE MELANAU COMMUNITY IN SARAWAK (Vol. 17). https://seyboldreport.net/
Morris, H. S. (1967). Report on Melanau Sago Production Community in Sarawak.
Pejabat Perdana Menteri. (2019). Wawasan Kemakmuran Bersama 2030. https://www.pmo.gov.my/ms/2019/10/wawasan-kemakmuran-bersama-2030-2/
Sabitha Marican. (2005). Penyelidikan Sains Sosial: Pendekatan Pragmatik. Prentice Hall Pearson Malaysia.
Sein, M. K., Thapa, D., Hatakka, M., & Sæbø, Ø. (2019). A holistic perspective on the theoretical foundations for ICT4D research. Information Technology for Development, 25(1), 7–25. https://doi.org/10.1080/02681102.2018.1503589
Shahrimin, M. I., & Butterworth, D. M. (2002). Young children’s collaborative interactions in a multimedia computer environment. The Internet and Higher Education, 203–215.
Shambare, R. (2014). The Adoption of WhatsApp: Breaking the Vicious Cycle of Technological Poverty in South Africa. In Journal of Economics and Behavioral Studies (Vol. 6, Issue 7).
Straits Times. (2021). Digital economy is the way forward. https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2021/12/755120/digital-economy-way-forward
UNESCO. (2017). Culture: at the heart of SDGs. https://en.unesco.org/courier/april-june-2017/culture-heart-sdgs
Utusan Borneo Online. (2017). Revolusi Industri 4.0 membina Sarawak baharu. https://www.utusanborneo.com.my/2017/12/22/revolusi-industri-40-membina-sarawak-baharu
Venkatesh, V., Smith, R. H., Morris, M. G., Davis, G. B., Davis, F. D., & Walton, S. M. (2003). Quarterly USER ACCEPTANCE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY: TOWARD A UNIFIED VIEW1.
Vygotsky, L. S., & Cole, M. (1978). Mind in Society: Development of Higher Psychological Processes. In Harvard University Press.
Wan Jaafar, W. M. (2021). Integrasi Kaum melalui Jaringan Komuniti Atas Talian: Harapan atau Retorik? In A. Mohd Khir & N. Ahmad (Eds.), Isu Pembangunan Merentasi Komuniti (pp. 146–165). Universiti Putra Malaysia.
Yunis, M., Tarhini, A., & Kassar, A. (2018). The role of ICT and innovation in enhancing organizational performance: The catalysing effect of corporate entrepreneurship. Journal of Business Research, 88, 344–356.
https://doi.org/10.1016/J.JBUSRES.2017.12.030
Ziemba, E. (2016). Factors Affecting the Adoption and Usage of ICTs within Polish Households. In Interdisciplinary Journal of Information, Knowledge, and Management (Vol. 11). http://www.informingscience.org/Publications/3507
