Integrating Information Technology intoE-Commerce Teaching in VocationalEducation: Mechanisms, Effectiveness, andQuality Evaluation

This study examines the integration mechanisms and effectiveness of information technology (IT) in e-commerce education within vocational and technical institutions, using Guangdong Huali Technician College as a case study. Despite national initiatives promoting digital transformation in Chinese vocational education, empirical evidence regarding IT implementation quality and student outcomes remains limited. This convergent mixed-methods research involved 150 students (Year 1 to Year 3) and 10 teachers from the E-Commerce Practice course. Quantitative data were collected through structured questionnaires assessing IT utilization, learning engagement, and system quality based on the ISO/IEC 25010 software quality model. Qualitative data were gathered via semi-structured interviews with teachers to explore instructional strategies and challenges. Results indicate high integration levels of multimedia presentations and digital simulations (weighted mean = 4.12 and 4.08, respectively), while interactive online platforms showed moderate implementation (3.65). Student perceptions significantly improved across year levels, with Year 3 students demonstrating very high acceptance (4.26) compared to Year 1 (3.58). Teacher ICT competence emerged as the most critical success factor (4.30). The IT-e-commerce instructional system achieved high acceptability across ISO 25010 quality dimensions, particularly in usability (4.36) and functional suitability (4.25). The primary challenge identified was limited class time for hands-on practice (4.22). These findings suggest that sustained IT integration enhances vocational students' digital literacy and employability readiness, though institutional support and infrastructure require strengthening to maximize educational outcomes.