adoptieniveau

Adoptieniveau is a Dutch-language term describing the extent to which a product, service, policy, or practice has been taken up by a target population. It reflects adoption along a continuum, from initial exposure or trial to widespread use and routine application. In research and evaluation, adoptieniveau is used to compare uptake between groups, times, or intervention types.

Measurement combines quantitative indicators, such as adoption rate, penetration, and saturation, with qualitative stages of adoption (awareness, interest, trial, adoption, reinforcement). Diffusion models, including Rogers’ framework, often inform the interpretation of adoption curves and speed of uptake.

Common applications include information technology deployments, health care initiatives, educational programs, and public administration. Tracking adoptieniveau helps assess rollout progress, evaluate effectiveness, and guide resource allocation and strategy to boost uptake.

Determinants include perceived usefulness and ease of use, social influence, compatibility with existing practices, and access to training and infrastructure. Contextual factors and demographics can create variation in adoption levels across settings.

Because the term is not standardized worldwide, researchers should specify definitions and measurement methods when reporting adoptieniveau to enable valid comparisons.