Influence of learning style and training method on self-efficacy and learning performance in WWW homepage design training

International Journal of Information Management

Volumn 20, Issue 6, 2000, Pages 455-472

  Chou, Huey Wen ^a   Wang, Tsung Bin ^a  

^a NATIONAL CENTRAL UNIVERSITY   (Taiwan)

Author keywords

[No Author keywords available]

Indexed keywords

COMPUTER AIDED INSTRUCTION; COMPUTER SYSTEMS PROGRAMMING; LEARNING SYSTEMS; MATHEMATICAL MODELS; RESPONSE TIME (COMPUTER SYSTEMS);

END-USER TRAINING;

WORLD WIDE WEB;

EID: 0034538364     PISSN: 02684012     EISSN: None     Source Type: Journal    
DOI: 10.1016/S0268-4012(00)00040-2     Document Type: Article

References (46)

1. Bandura A. Social foundations of thought and action. A social cognitive theory. 1986;Prentice-Hall, Englewood Cliff, NJ.
2. Bandura A. Principles of behavior modification. 1969;Holt, Rinehart and Winston, New York.
3. Bostrom R.P., Olfman L., Sein M.K. The importance of learning style in end-user training. MIS Quarterly. 14(1):1990;101-109.
4. Butcher D.R., Muth W.A. Predicting performance in an introductory computer course. Communications of the ACM. 28:1985;263-268.
5. Campbell D.T., Stanley J.C. Experimental and quasi-experimental designs for research. 1966;Rand McNally and Company, Chicago.
6. Campbell N.K., Hackett G. The effects of mathematics task performance on math self-efficacy and task interest. Journal of Vocational Behavior. 28:1986;149-162.
7. Campbell P.F., McCabe G.P. Predicting the success of freshmen in a computer course. Communications of the ACM. 27:1984;1108-1113.
8. Chou H.W., Wang The effects of learning style and training method on computer attitude and performance in world wide web page design training. Journal of Educational Computing Research. 21(3):1999;323-342.
9. Christoph R.T., Schoenfeld G.A. Jr., Tansky J.W. Overcoming barriers to training utilizing technology. The influence of self-efficacy factors on multimedia-based training receptiveness Human Resource Development Quarterly. 9(1):1998;25-38.
10. Compeau D.R., Higgins C.A. Application of social cognitive theory to training for computer skills. Information Systems Research. 6(2):1995;118-143.
11. Davis S.A., Bostrom R.P. Training end users. An experimental investigation of the roles of the computer interface and training methods Management Information System Quarterly. 17:1993;61-86.
12. Davis D.L., Davis D.F. The effect of training techniques and personal characteristics on training end users of information systems. Journal of Management Information system. 7(2):1990;93-110.
13. Gardner E., Render B., Ruth S., Ross J. Human-oriented implementation cures 'cyberphobia'. Data Management. 46:1985;29-32.
14. Gist M. The influence of training method on self efficacy and idea generation among managers. Personnel Psychology. 42(4):1989;787-805.
15. Gist M., Rosen B., Schwoerer C. The influence of training method and trainee age on the acquisition of computer skills. Personnel Psychology. 41:1988;255-265.
16. Gist M.E., Schwoerer C., Rosen B. Effects of alternative training methods on self-efficacy and performance in computer software training. Journal of Applied Psychology. 74:1989;884-891.
17. Gist M.E., Stevens C.K., Bavetta A.G. Effects of self-efficacy and post training intervention on the acquisition and maintenance of complex interpersonal skills. Personnel Psychology. 44:1991;837-861.
18. Grover V., Teng T.C. Facilitating the implementation of customer-based inter-organizational systems. An empirical analysis of innovation and support factors Information Systems Journal. 4:1994;61-89.
19. Harrison A.W., Rainer R.K. Jr. The influence of individual differences on skill in end-user computing. Journal of Management Information Systems. 9(1):1992;93-111.
20. Heinssen R.K., Glass C.R., Knight L.A. Assessing computer anxiety. Development and validation of the computer anxiety rating scale Computer in Human Behavior. 3:1987;49-59.
21. Hill T., Smith N.D., Mann M.F. Role of efficacy expectations in predicting the decision to use advanced technologies. Journal of Applied Psychology. 72:1987;307-313.
22. Horton W., Taylor L., Ignacio A., Hoft N.L. The web page design cookbook. 1996;31-50 Wiley, New York.
23. Igbaria M., Pavri F.N., Huff S.L. Microcomputer applications. An empirical look at usage Information and Management. 16:1989;187-196.
24. Kirkpatrick, D. L. (1994). Evaluate training programs: The four levels. Berrett-Koehler.
25. Kolb, D. A. (1985). Learning style inventory: technical manual. McBer and Company.
26. Kolb, D. A. (1976). Learning style inventory, Technical manual. McBer and Company.
27. Kolb D.A., Fry R. Toward an applied theory of experiential learning. Cooper G.L. Theories of group processes. 1975;33-54 Wiley, New York.
28. Lewin K. Field Theory in social science. Selected theoretical papers:1951;Harper and Row, New York.
29. Marton F., Saljo R. On qualitative differences in learning. I-outcome and process British Journal of Educational Psychology. 46(1):1976;4-11.
30. Martocchio J.J., Webster J. Effects of feedback and cognitive playfulness on performance in microcomputer software training. Personnel Psychology. 45:1992;553-578.
31. Murphy C.A., Coover D., Owen S.V. Development and validation of the computer self-efficacy scale. Educational and Psychological Measurement. 49:1989;893-899.
32. Pask G. Styles and strategies of learning. British Journal of Educational Psychology. 46(2):1976;128-148.
33. Posner M.I., McLeod P. Information processing models - In search of elementary operations. Annual Review of Psychology. 37:1982;477-514.
34. Rattanapian V., Gibbs W. Computerized drill and practice. Design options and learner characteristics International Journal of Instructional Media. 22(1):1995;59-77.
35. Saljo R. Learning approach and outcome. Some empirical observations Instructional Science. 10(1):1981;47-65.
36. Sein M.K., Bostrom R.P. Individual differences and the training of novice users. Human-Computer Interface. 4(3):1989;197-229.
37. Sein, M. K., Bostrom, R. P. and Olfman, L. (1987). Conceptual models in training novice users. Proceedings of INTERACT'87, Stuttgart, West Germany (pp. 861-867).
38. Simon S.J., Grover V., Teng J.T.C., Whitcomb K. The relationship of information system training methods and cognitive ability to end-user satisfaction, comprehension, and skill transfer. A longitudinal field study Information Systems Research. 7(4):1996;466-490.
39. Simon S.J., Werner J.M. Computer training through behavior modeling, self-paced, and instructional approaches. A field experiment Journal of Applied Psychology. 81(6):1996;648-659.
40. Snow R.E. Individual differences in the design of educational programs. American Psychologist. 41(10):1986;1029-1039.
41. Szajna B., Mackay J.M. Predictors of learning performance in a computer-user training environment. A path-analytic study International Journal of Human-Computer Interaction. 7(2):1995;167-185.
42. Thorsland J.D., Novak J.D. The identification and significance of intutive and analytic problem-solving approaches among college physics students. Science Education. 58(2):1974;245-265.
43. Webster, J. J., Heian, B. and Michelman, J. E. (1990). Computer training and computer anxiety in the educational process: An experimental analysis. In: J. I. DeGross, M. Alavi and H. Oppelland (Eds.), Proceedings of the eleventh international conference, on information systems, Copenhagen, Denmark.
44. Webster J., Martocchio J.J. Turning work into play. Implications for microcomputer software training Journal of Management. 19(1):1993;127-146.
45. Witkin H.A., Moore C.A., Goodenough D.R., Cox P.W. Fields-dependent and field-independent cognitive styles and their educational implications. Review of Education Research. 47(1):1977;1-64.
46. Zmud R.W. Individual differences and MIS success. A review of the empirical literature Management Science. 25(10):1979;966-979.