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Iqbal, Shakeel; Bhatti, Zeeshan Ahmed – International Review of Research in Open and Distributed Learning, 2015
M-learning is learning delivered via mobile devices and mobile technology. The research indicates that this medium of learning has potential to enhance formal as well as informal learning. However, acceptance of m-learning greatly depends upon the personal attitude of students towards this medium; therefore this study focuses only on the…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, College Students, Electronic Learning, Student Attitudes
Karamti, Chiraz – Journal of Research on Technology in Education, 2016
Measuring the impact of information and communication technologies (ICTs) is a contemporary question of interest. Despite the general acceptance that ICTs are changing ways of learning, empirical research conducted to date does not consistently verify the efficacy of such changes. Several studies supporting positive impacts of ICTs on achievement…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Information Technology, Influence of Technology, Academic Achievement
Nelson, Klara; Courier, Marcy; Joseph, Gilbert W. – Journal of Information Systems Education, 2011
This paper describes the results of a survey of teaching faculty at a medium-sized university in the southeastern United States to determine core curriculum items that should be taught to ensure that graduates have the capabilities and skills to fully participate in the digital society. There was considerable agreement between the colleges…
Descriptors: Higher Education, Computer Literacy, Core Curriculum, Needs Assessment
Schatzel, Kim; Callahan, Thomas; Davis, Timothy – Journal of College Student Retention: Research, Theory & Practice, 2013
Results from the analyses of data from 463 former college students between the ages of 25 and 34 years old identify those most likely to reenroll in higher education in the near future. Those who intend to reenroll are more likely to be members of minority groups, younger, single, and recently laid-off, have earned more credits, and hold strong…
Descriptors: Dropouts, Stopouts, Enrollment, Withdrawal (Education)
Pillay, Hitendra; Irving, Kym; Tones, Megan – Higher Education Research and Development, 2007
Increasing numbers of educational institutions are adopting an online approach to teaching and learning; however, little regard has been given to the prerequisite personal and technical qualities required for academic achievement and satisfaction within this environment. In recognition of this, researchers have been exploring the design,…
Descriptors: Diagnostic Tests, Learning Readiness, Online Courses, Test Reliability

Christoph, Richard T.; Schoenfeld, Gerald A., Jr.; Tansky, Judith W. – Human Resource Development Quarterly, 1998
College students (n=164) who received multimedia instruction were compared with 231 controls. Higher levels of both existing self-efficacy about multimedia use and self-efficacy developed through training were significantly related to perceptions that multimedia instruction is more effective. (SK)
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Factor Analysis, Higher Education, Learning Readiness

Chu, P. C.; Spires, Eric E. – Computers in Human Behavior, 1991
Describes study that tested the validity of the Computer Anxiety Rating Scale (CARS) with MBA students. Demographic traits and cognitive styles are considered, the effect of computer courses on computer anxiety is studied, and factor analysis is used to assess the construct validity of the CARS. (24 references) (LRW)
Descriptors: Cognitive Style, Computer Literacy, Factor Analysis, Graduate Students

Temple, Linda; Lips, Hilary M. – Educational Research Quarterly, 1989
The Collis Attitudes toward Computers Survey, developed by B. Collis (1984) for a secondary school population, was tested with 305 college students attending the University of Winnipeg (Canada). Results support the reliability and generalizability of the survey and identified one dominant factor--personal interest and enjoyment of computers. (SLD)
Descriptors: Attitude Measures, College Students, Computer Literacy, Factor Analysis

Woodrow, Janice E. J. – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 1991
Examines and compares the characteristics of four computer attitude scales: (1) Stevens'"Computer Survey"; (2) Reece and Gable's "Attitudes toward Computers"; (3) Gressard and Loyd's "Computer Attitude Scale"; and (4) Griswold's "Computer Use Questionnaire." Attitudes toward computer scales are examined, and…
Descriptors: Attitude Measures, Comparative Analysis, Computer Literacy, Construct Validity
A Practical Research Tool for Assessing Ability to Use Computers: The Computer Ability Survey (CAS).

Kay, Robin H. – Journal of Research on Computing in Education, 1993
Describes a study of 647 preservice teachers in Ontario that used the Computer Ability Survey (CAS) to assess 4 components of computer literacy: software ability, awareness, programming skill, and perceived control. Correlations and validity for the CAS are discussed, and results of a principal-components factor analysis are reported. (Contains 39…
Descriptors: Ability Identification, Computer Literacy, Computer Software, Correlation
McInerney, Valentina; Marsh, Herbert W.; McInerney, Dennis M. – 1998
This paper discusses the process through which a powerful multidimensional measure of affect and cognition in relation to adult learning of computing skills was derived from its early theoretical stages to its validation using structural equation modeling. The discussion emphasizes the importance of ensuring a strong substantive base from which to…
Descriptors: Adults, Cognitive Processes, Computer Anxiety, Computer Literacy
Kinzie, Mable B.; Delcourt, Marcia A. B. – 1991
The development and validation of two instruments which measure attitudes and self-efficacy of teacher education students and practicing teachers toward computer use are described. One instrument--Attitudes toward Computer Technologies (ACT)--assesses perceived usefulness of and comfort/anxiety with computer technologies. The second…
Descriptors: Attitude Measures, College Students, Computer Literacy, Computers
Alibeigi, Amir Hossein; Zarafshani, Kiumars – Perspectives in Education, 2006
A high level of personal capacity, the relevant professional competence and technical skills are essential for a graduate's successful transition to the workplace. The purpose of this survey was to identify the main competencies that higher agricultural education graduates should possess, based on the perceptions of potential agricultural…
Descriptors: Teaching Methods, Foreign Countries, College Graduates, Sampling
McInerney, Valentina; And Others – 1990
This study examined the effects of increased computing experience on the computer anxiety of 101 first year preservice teacher education students at a regional university in Australia. Three instruments measuring computer anxiety and attitudes--the Computer Anxiety Rating Scale (CARS), Attitudes Towards Computers Scale (ATCS), and Computer…
Descriptors: Attitude Measures, Coeducation, Computer Literacy, Computer Science Education
Poage, Julie A. – 1991
As education students are faced with the inevitable arrival of computers in classrooms they experience a number of obstacles preventing success in introductory computer classes. The basis for this study suggests that the overwhelming factor contributing to success in such a class is confidence. One hundred fourteen undergraduate education students…
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Correlation, Education Majors, Elementary Secondary Education
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