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Differentiating Computer Experience and Attitudes toward Computers: An Empirical Investigation.
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Smith, B.; Caputi, P.; Rawstorne, P. – Computers in Human Behavior, 2000
Describes a study that defined and provided initial empirical support for differentiating the concepts of computer attitude, subjective computer experience, and objective computer experience. Discusses results of a principal component factor analysis and presents a conceptual analysis of the relation between subjective computer experience and…
Descriptors: Computer Attitudes, Factor Analysis, Prior Learning
The Use of Computer-Mediated Communication To Enhance Subsequent Face-to-Face Discussions.
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Dietz-Uhler, Beth; Bishop-Clark, Cathy – Computers in Human Behavior, 2001
Describes a study of undergraduate students that assessed the effects of synchronous (Internet chat) and asynchronous (Internet discussion board) computer-mediated communication on subsequent face-to-face discussions. Results showed that face-to-face discussions preceded by computer-mediated communication were perceived to be more enjoyable.…
Descriptors: Computer Mediated Communication, Discussion (Teaching Technique), Higher Education, Internet
An Evaluation of Alternative Distance Tutoring Models for At-Risk Elementary School Children.
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Ross, Steven M.; And Others – Computers in Human Behavior, 1990
Describes two programs that provided distance tutoring for sixth grade minority students enrolled in the Apple Classrooms of Tomorrow (ACOT) class at an inner-city elementary school. Bulletin board systems (BBSs) and teleconferencing are described, student and tutor attitudes are examined, and guidelines to improve the effectiveness of future…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Distance Education, Electronic Mail, Elementary Education
A General Measure of User Computing Satisfaction.
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Harrison, Allison W.; Rainer, R. Kelly, Jr. – Computers in Human Behavior, 1996
Discussion of user satisfaction with computers focuses on a study that tested the construct validity and reliability of the End User Computing Satisfaction Instrument. Highlights include the relationship of user satisfaction and computer attitudes, computer anxiety, computer skill, and computer usage; and implications for the management of…
Descriptors: Administration, Computer Anxiety, Computer Attitudes, Computers
Measuring Learning Styles with Questionnaires versus Direct Observation of Preferential Choice Behavior in Authentic Learning Situations: The Visualizer/Verbalizer Behavior Observation Scale (VV-BOS).
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Leutner, Detlev; Plass, Jan L. – Computers in Human Behavior, 1998
Describes the development of the VV-BOS (Visualizer/Verbalizer Behavior Observation Scale), a computer-based instrument for direct observation of students' preferences for visual or verbal learning material. Results of a study with second-language learners indicated a high degree of reliability as an alternative to conventional questionnaires.…
Descriptors: Cognitive Style, Computer Oriented Programs, Learning Strategies, Observation
Learning Styles and Student Attitudes toward Various Aspects of Network-based Instruction.
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Federico, Pat-Anthony – Computers in Human Behavior, 2000
Describes a study conducted at the Naval Postgraduate School to determine student attitudes toward various aspects of network-based instruction. Discusses Internet technology; Web-based education; online learning; learning styles; and results from Kolb's Learning Style Inventory, the Hidden Figures Test, and a number of multivariate procedures.…
Descriptors: Cognitive Style, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Networks, Higher Education