The Impact of Multilevel Computer Self-Efficacy on Effectiveness of Computer Training

2011 ◽  
pp. 33-47 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bassam Hasan
Keyword(s):  
Transfer Learning ◽  
Computer Anxiety ◽  
Computer Training ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Perceived Ease Of Use ◽  
Far Transfer ◽  
Near Transfer ◽  
Positive Effects ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Application Specific

Identifying factors affecting effectiveness of computer training remains a key issue in information systems (IS) research and practice. To this end, the current study builds upon IS and training literatures to develop and test a research model to examine the impact of multilevel computer self-efficacy (CSE) on effectiveness of computer training. The model distinguishes between general and application-specific CSE and posits that both levels of CSE will have positive effects on perceived ease of use, near-transfer learning, and far-transfer learning of computer skills and a negative effect on computer anxiety. The results of a field experiment conducted to empirically test the model revealed that general CSE had positive effects on far-transfer learning and perceived ease of use, whereas application-specific CSE demonstrated positive effects on near-transfer learning and perceived ease of use. The results also showed that general and application-specific CSE had negative effects on computer anxiety. This study provides better insights into the relationships between the two levels of CSE and computer training outcomes and offers valuable research and practical implications.

Effectiveness of Computer Training

2008 ◽  
pp. 840-855
Author(s):  
Bassam Hasan
Keyword(s):  
Transfer Learning ◽  
Computer Anxiety ◽  
Computer Training ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Perceived Ease Of Use ◽  
Far Transfer ◽  
Training Outcomes ◽  
Near Transfer ◽  
Positive Effects ◽  
Application Specific

This study builds on recent findings in information systems (IS) research and training literature to develop and test a model of the impact of multilevel computer self-efficacy (CSE) on effectiveness of computer training. The proposed research model makes a clear distinction between general and application-specific CSE and hypothesizes that the two levels of CSE will have positive effects on perceived ease of use, near-transfer learning, and far-transfer learning, and a negative effect on computer anxiety. The results of a field experiment conducted to empirically test the hypothesized relationships revealed that general CSE had positive effects on far-transfer learning and perceived ease of use, whereas application-specific CSE demonstrated positive effects on near-transfer learning and perceived ease of use. The results also showed that general and application-specific CSE had negative effects on computer anxiety. This study provides better insights into the relationships between the two levels of CSE and computer training outcomes and offers valuable research and practical implications.

Learning Transfer of Computer Skills: Examining the Impact of Multilevel Computer Self-Efficacy Beliefs

2005 ◽  
Vol 04 (02) ◽  
pp. 125-132
Author(s):  
Bassam Hasan
Keyword(s):  
Transfer Learning ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Positive Relationship ◽  
Computer Training ◽  
Far Transfer ◽  
Near Transfer ◽  
Computing Skills ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Training Practice ◽  
Computer Self Efficacy

The information systems literature has demonstrated a positive relationship between an individual's computer self-efficacy (CSE) and his/her ability to learn new computing skills. However, most past studies have overlooked the multilevel nature of the CSE construct and have not differentiated between near-transfer and far-transfer learning of computing skills. Accordingly, this study focuses on these two issues by investigating the impact of two levels of CSE (general and software specific) on two types of learning (near- and far-transfer) in computer training. The results of an experiment conducted to empirically test the relationships hypothesised among the study variables showed that software-specific CSE had significant effects on near-transfer and far-transfer learning and software-specific self-efficacy. In contrast, general CSE was found to have a significant effect on far-transfer learning only. The results provide valuable implications of computer training practice and research.

A Path Analysis of the Impact of Application-Specific Perceptions of Computer Self-Efficacy and Anxiety on Technology Acceptance

2010 ◽  
Vol 22 (3) ◽  
pp. 82-95 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bassam Hasan ◽  
Mesbah U. Ahmed
Keyword(s):  
Path Analysis ◽  
Technology Acceptance ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Computer Anxiety ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Perceived Usefulness ◽  
Perceived Ease Of Use ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Application Specific ◽  
Computer Self Efficacy

Perceptions of computer self-efficacy (CSE) and computer anxiety are valuable predictors of various computer-related behaviors, including acceptance and utilization of information systems (IS). Although both factors are purported to have general and application-specific components, little research has focused on the application or system-specific component, especially in IS acceptance contexts. Thus, little is known about the effects of application-specific beliefs on IS acceptance or how such effects compare with the effects of more general CSE and computer anxiety beliefs. Accordingly, a research model comprising application CSE, application anxiety, perceived ease of use, perceived usefulness, attitude, and intention was proposed and tested via path analysis. The results demonstrated that the direct impacts of application CSE and application anxiety on perceived ease of use and perceived usefulness were almost equal, but in opposite directions. However, the indirect effect of application CSE on attitude and intention was stronger than that of application anxiety.

A Path Analysis of the Impact of Application-Specific Perceptions of Computer Self-Efficacy and Anxiety on Technology Acceptance

2012 ◽  
pp. 354-368 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bassam Hasan ◽  
Mesbah U. Ahmed
Keyword(s):  
Path Analysis ◽  
Technology Acceptance ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Computer Anxiety ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Perceived Usefulness ◽  
Perceived Ease Of Use ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Application Specific ◽  
Computer Self Efficacy

Perceptions of computer self-efficacy (CSE) and computer anxiety are valuable predictors of various computer-related behaviors, including acceptance and utilization of information systems (IS). Although both factors are purported to have general and application-specific components, little research has focused on the application or system-specific component, especially in IS acceptance contexts. Thus, little is known about the effects of application-specific beliefs on IS acceptance or how such effects compare with the effects of more general CSE and computer anxiety beliefs. Accordingly, a research model comprising application CSE, application anxiety, perceived ease of use, perceived usefulness, attitude, and intention was proposed and tested via path analysis. The results demonstrated that the direct impacts of application CSE and application anxiety on perceived ease of use and perceived usefulness were almost equal, but in opposite directions. However, the indirect effect of application CSE on attitude and intention was stronger than that of application anxiety.

Online Behavior Modeling

2008 ◽  
pp. 1922-1937
Author(s):  
Charlie C. Chen ◽  
Terry Ryan
Keyword(s):  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Perceived Usefulness ◽  
Behavior Modeling ◽  
Perceived Ease Of Use ◽  
Online Behavior ◽  
Far Transfer ◽  
Software Training ◽  
Near Transfer ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Sufficient Power

Organizations need effective and affordable software training. In face-to-face settings, behavior modeling (BM) is an effective, but expensive, training method. Can BM be employed effectively, and more affordably, for software training in the online environment? An experiment was conducted to compare the effectiveness of online BM with that of face-to-face (F2F) BM for software training. Results indicate that online BM and F2F BM provide essentially the same outcomes in terms of knowledge near transfer, immediate knowledge far transfer, delayed knowledge far transfer, perceived ease of use, perceived usefulness and satisfaction. Observed differences were not significant, nor were their patterns consistent, despite sufficient power in the experimental design to detect meaningful differences. These results suggest that organizations should consider online BM as a primary method of software training.

Computer Anxiety in E-Learning: The Effect of Computer Self-Efficacy

10.28945/3386 ◽  
2009 ◽  
Author(s):  
Raafat Saade ◽  
Dennis Kira
Keyword(s):  
University Students ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Management System ◽  
Computer Anxiety ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Perceived Ease Of Use ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Computer Based ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Computer Self Efficacy

It has been reported that as many as fifty percent of adults, including first-year University students, have some sort of computer-related phobia. This report demonstrates that the use of computers still has some unpleasant side effects despite the Internet boom in the past decade. Past research shows that computer anxiety influences how users perceive ease of use of an information system. However, few have investigated the role of computer self-efficacy in mediating computer anxieties on perceived ease of use. Therefore, in this study we base our contribution on the variables of computer self-efficacy and computer anxieties. These two variables are believed to impact an individual’s use of computers and performance for computer-based tasks. Anxiety has been argued to impact computer-based learning by affecting levels of self-efficacy anchored in social learning and outcome expectation theories. Self-efficacy is determined by levels of anxiety such that reduced anxiety and increased experience improves performance indirectly by increasing levels of self-efficacy. In this study, we investigate the influence of computer anxiety on perceived ease of use and the mediating effect of computer self-efficacy on this relationship, within an e-learning context. A survey methodology approach was used in this study using 18 items for 3 constructs (perceived ease of use, anxiety, and self-efficacy). Survey data from 645 university students were analyzed. The psychometric properties of the items and constructs were validated followed by the assessment of mediation of computer self efficacy. Results from the use of a learning management system indicate that computer self-efficacy plays a significant role in mediating the impact of anxiety on perceived ease of use. This role is observed by computer selfefficacy (1) reducing the strength and significance of the impact of anxiety on perceived ease of use and (2) having a strong and significant relationship with computer anxiety. The findings demonstrate the importance of self-efficacy as a mediator between computer anxiety and perceived ease of use of a learning management system (LMS). With the continuous development of richer and more integrated interfaces, anxieties about learning to use the new interface and executing tasks effectively becomes of primary importance. Limitations and suggestions for future research are elaborated.

scholarly journals The impact of internal factors on the use of technology in higher education in Saudi Arabia during the COVID-19 pandemic

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-20
Author(s):  
Abdullah Mohammed Al-Ghurbani ◽  
Fawaz Jazim ◽  
Mohammed Abdulrab ◽  
Yaser Hasan S. Al-Mamary ◽  
Imran Khan
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Computer Anxiety ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Perceived Usefulness ◽  
University Teaching ◽  
Perceived Ease Of Use ◽  
Internal Factors ◽  
Use Of Technology ◽  
The Impact

BACKGROUND: Technology has recently become a major component of the educational field and learning process for it provides students with opportunities to learn more effectively and to operate efficiently in this age of technological advances. As academics, the use of technology in universities is transforming our work, and more specifically the way we support students in the classroom. As higher education institutions bring more technology into their classrooms, academics will in turn strive to put more technology in their students’ hands. That is, if they are prepared to do so. More importantly, ICT (Information and Communication Technology) in this ongoing COVID-19 pandemic becomes a central and integral focus globally regardless one is associated with college or university. OBJECTIVE: This paper therefore attempts to examine the internal factors that should be taken into consideration when using technology for teaching and learning purposes in higher education in Saudi Arabia. METHODS: The study develops a number of hypotheses and a theoretical framework based on a questionnaire conducted among the faculty staff in Hail university to test the study hypotheses. RESULTS: All the study six hypotheses have been supported. The relationship among these hypotheses are clear and significant. Data analysis of this study have shown that perceived usefulness, perceived ease of use, computer self-efficacy, attitudes and computer anxiety have direct and substantial effect on the university teaching staff’s intention to use technology. CONCLUSIONS: The findings of this study will for sure assist in overcoming the problems and difficulties facing the use of ICT in higher education in Saudi Arabia, particularly those challenges which have arisen amid the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Online Behavior Modeling

2009 ◽  
pp. 2230-2246
Author(s):  
Charlie Chen ◽  
Terry Ryan ◽  
Lorne Olfman
Keyword(s):  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Perceived Usefulness ◽  
Behavior Modeling ◽  
Perceived Ease Of Use ◽  
Online Behavior ◽  
Far Transfer ◽  
Software Training ◽  
Near Transfer ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Sufficient Power

Organizations need effective and affordable software training. In face-to-face settings, behavior modeling (BM) is an effective, but expensive, training method. Can BM be employed effectively, and more affordably, for software training in the online environment? An experiment was conducted to compare the effectiveness of online BM with that of face-to-face (F2F) BM for software training. Results indicate that online BM and F2F BM provide essentially the same outcomes in terms of knowledge near transfer, immediate knowledge far transfer, delayed knowledge far transfer, perceived ease of use, perceived usefulness and satisfaction. Observed differences were not significant, nor were their patterns consistent, despite sufficient power in the experimental design to detect meaningful differences. These results suggest that organizations should consider online BM as a primary method of software training.

Online Behavior Modeling

2011 ◽  
pp. 137-157
Author(s):  
Charlie Chen ◽  
Terry Ryan ◽  
Lorne Olfman
Keyword(s):  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Perceived Usefulness ◽  
Behavior Modeling ◽  
Perceived Ease Of Use ◽  
Online Behavior ◽  
Far Transfer ◽  
Software Training ◽  
Near Transfer ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Sufficient Power

Organizations need effective and affordable software training. In face-to-face settings, behavior modeling is an effective, but expensive, training method. Can behavior modeling be employed effectively, and more affordably, for software training in the online environment? An experiment was conducted to compare the effectiveness of online behavior modeling with that of face-to-face behavior modeling for software training. Results indicate that online behavior modeling and face-to-face behavior modeling provide essentially the same outcomes in terms of knowledge near transfer, immediate knowledge far transfer, delayed knowledge far transfer, perceived ease of use, perceived usefulness, and satisfaction. Observed differences were not significant, nor were their patterns consistent, despite sufficient power in the experimental design to detect meaningful differences, if any were present. These results suggest that organizations should consider online behavior modeling as a primary method of software training.

Online Behavior Modeling

2011 ◽  
pp. 1689-1705
Author(s):  
Charlie Chen ◽  
Terry Ryan ◽  
Lorne Olfman
Keyword(s):  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Perceived Usefulness ◽  
Behavior Modeling ◽  
Perceived Ease Of Use ◽  
Online Behavior ◽  
Far Transfer ◽  
Software Training ◽  
Near Transfer ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Sufficient Power

Organizations need effective and affordable software training. In face-to-face settings, behavior modeling (BM) is an effective, but expensive, training method. Can BM be employed effectively, and more affordably, for software training in the online environment? An experiment was conducted to compare the effectiveness of online BM with that of face-to-face (F2F) BM for software training. Results indicate that online BM and F2F BM provide essentially the same outcomes in terms of knowledge near transfer, immediate knowledge far transfer, delayed knowledge far transfer, perceived ease of use, perceived usefulness and satisfaction. Observed differences were not significant, nor were their patterns consistent, despite sufficient power in the experimental design to detect meaningful differences. These results suggest that organizations should consider online BM as a primary method of software training.

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