Leveling Up with IT Capstone Research Writing: Burden or Breakthrough?
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Perceived Usefulness, Students Experiences, Research ChallengesAbstract
This study investigated students’ experiences in writing IT Capstone Research Projects in terms of perceived usefulness, attitudes toward research writing, and perceptions of effectiveness. A mixed-methods research design was utilized involving 98 IT students who had completed or were undertaking their capstone projects in 2025. Data were collected using a validated survey questionnaire and analyzed through descriptive statistics and analysis of variance using Jamovi statistical software. Findings revealed that students generally perceived the capstone project as useful and effective in developing research, technical, and professional skills while maintaining positive attitudes toward research writing. The Project Planning and Proposal stage was identified as the most helpful component, while Time Management emerged as the primary challenge encountered by students.
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