Understanding the Formation of General Computer Self-Efficacy

This study investigates the information sources of general computer self-efficacy suggested by its origin in Social Cognitive Theory. These antecedents are rarely explored in the literature, and much of the focus has been on personal experiences or environmental factors. A re-examination of the theoretical foundation of self-efficacy suggests a broader set of antecedents. Selecting business students as the research subject, we propose and test a comprehensive nomological network of computer self-efficacy with seven antecedents and two consequences—computer attitudes and MIS intention (defined as one’s intention to select MIS for his/her future study and career). The results support that computer knowledge, current computing experiences, computer anxiety, and age affected the formation and development of computer self-efficacy among the sampled students; computer self-efficacy and social norms had strong effects on computer attitudes and MIS intention. Implications for both research and MIS education are discussed

Development of a conceptual model of ICT self-efficacy and the use of electronic information resources

The purpose of the study was to identify the ICT self-efficacy (ICTSE) of users, factors affecting ICTSE, and the EIR usage of undergraduates based on the four sources in relation to the self-efficacy theory. The Survey research design was used in carrying out this research. A structured questionnaire was validated through experts and piloted among the final year undergraduates studying Humanities and Social Sciences of four state universities in Sri Lanka. The structural equation modelling was performed using partial least square. The model revealed that ICTSE has a direct, negative, and significant relationship with ICT anxiety and that ICT training also has a direct, negative, and significant relationship with EIR. The model explained that there is a 27% of variance in the EIR use variable. The management of the library may deem it a worthy investment to instil adequate self-efficacy in users and encourage them to engage in more self-reliant search practices and decrease their dependence on staff. The finalized scales provide a potential tool applicable to different domains and disciplines to yield more common managerial implications in relation to training, teaching, and learning along with can be used as a tool when policy-level decision are made about the behavioral changes among university users on EIR usage in the current ICT domains within the university library systems

The Role of IT on Entrepreneurial Intention: The Effect of General Computer Self-Efficacy and Computer Anxiety

Entrepreneurs represent valuable assets to any society. They contribute to the economy of nations by creating new ventures and job opportunities. The question of what drives individuals to become entrepreneurs has received much attention by entrepreneurship scholars. However, the entrepreneurship literature is lacking with regard to IT cognitive and emotional factors that can significantly influence individuals to become entrepreneurs. In this study, we propose a theoretical model that extends theory of planned behavior by incorporating the technological role into established entrepreneurial models. In particular, the proposed model explains how general computer self-efficacy and computer anxiety determine entrepreneurial intention. We plan to replicate established hypotheses and test novel ones using a unique design that has a potential methodological contribution

Job Relevance and IT Usage by Child Welfare Professionals in Wisconsin Counties

The research presented here was an investigation of the effect of job relevance on the acceptance of a mandated technology by child welfare professionals in Wisconsin. The research was conducted using a quantitative survey design. The sample for this research was all of the public child-welfare professionals in the state of Wisconsin that use Electronic Wisconsin Child Welfare Information System. The paper had several key findings. The first was that job relevance impacted perceived ease of use, second subjective norms impacts perceived usefulness through job relevance and image, third job relevance is shaped by both image and subjective norms, fourth case worker experience lowers perceived ease of use, and finally case load positively impacts perceived usefulness. The paper discusses theoretical and practical implications

HIT Usage in Hospitals – An Investigation of Adoption Antecedents

Thanks to the surge of health information technology (HIT) investment, hospitals have evolved into an IT-intensive industry. Hospital nurses and physicians spend much time working with computer-based clinic application systems in their daily undertaking of health care service, and the effective use of HIT becomes critical to the success of hospitals. Behavioral research on the adoption of HIT lags behind the fast proliferation of the technology. Many researchers frame HIT adoption with theories that have been validated in other industries without examining the special context of hospital operations. This research attempts to study the influence of hospital IT environment and personal IT knowledge on people’s reactions to HIT systems. A research model was developed, and a field study at two midsized hospitals was conducted to test the hypothesized relationships. Implications of the results for both HIT researchers and practitioners are discussed

Some Promising Areas for IS Research in the Healthcare Industry: Implications from a Case Study of Hospital Operation Room Scheduling

This study investigates the process of operation room scheduling at a Midwestern hospital. A comprehensive process map was developed to illustrate the existing scheduling process. Process simulation was conducted and bottlenecks were identified. Follow-up interviews with hospital administrators provide insights on the needs of integrating information systems for operation efficiency

Elderly People in eHealth: Who are they?

AbstracteHealth initiatives are constantly evolving, supporting consumers to take active control of their health and well-being through access to health information via the Internet. Although particularly elderly people could benefit from eHealth, they often pose resistance and anxiety towards new technologies. Since modern technologies become increasingly complex, elderly's mental models on how technology works might be not supported. Today's technologies are often designed without paying attention to the circumstances of elderly people, thereby limiting the technologies’ intended effectiveness. As such it becomes apparent to understand who these ‘elderly people’ actually are and how individual characteristics shape elderly's perceptions and behavior in using eHealth. Consequently, we seek to investigate how broad personality traits (i.e. the ‘big five’) affect perceptions of elderly of being generally able to use the Internet (i.e. self-efficacy) in order to use the Internet for health-related purposes. By conducting a quantitative study among elderly people, we aim to contribute to the knowledge on relationships between personality traits and self-efficacy. We further expect to provide new insights on elderly's personality in order to design effective systems for the growing segment of older adults

The Influence of IT on Women’s Entrepreneurial Intention in the Saudi Context

IT entrepreneurship is becoming an increasingly a vital source for promoting socio-economic growth, innovation and job opportunities. Despite the increasing awareness of this importance, evidence indicates that the level of female involvement in IT entrepreneurial activity is still remains low. Furthermore, there has been minimal research about female entrepreneurship from a technological point of view. Our goal in this study is to propose a theoretical model that extends Theory of Planned Behavior by incorporating the technological factors into established entrepreneurial models. Investigating such factors is beneficial for motivating a new generation of women entrepreneurs in the IT context. In addition, it helps to provide a further understanding to IS researchers and practitioners

Antecedents and Effects of Computer Self-Efficacy on Social Networking Adoption among Asian Online Users

The main objective of this study is to identify the antecedents as well as the effects of computer self efficacy on information systems acceptance and use. The study conducted in the context of social networking sites adoption. 255 respondents from Bangkok, Thailand were participated in this research. Structural equation modeling techniques has been employed to analyze the data collected. Results reveal that basic computer knowledge and previous computer experience positively influence an individual’s computer self efficacy as well as their intention to use social networking programs. Results also show that Social factors doesn’t play a major role in improving an individual’s computer self efficacy. Computer self efficacy is found to be directly influencing perceived usefulness and indirectly influencing intention to use an information system

Recruiting MIS Minors: The Impact Of In-Depth Database Exposure In The Accounting Information Systems Course

This study empirically examines the possible relationships between the accounting majors’ in-depth exposure of database knowledge and their willingness to expand their knowledge beyond the required Accounting Information Systems (AIS) course by taking additional classes leading to a Management Information Systems (MIS) minor. Our empirical results suggest that in-depth database exposure in AIS classes has a positive impact on accounting students’ interest in pursuing an MIS minor. The findings of this study encourage the collaboration between MIS and accounting faculty in developing AIS courses to include in-depth database knowledge content. Such collaboration can benefit both accounting and MIS programs