A digital inclusive society study - Understanding the social impacts of information communication technology (ICT) usage in China

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Abstract

This paper discusses the role of self-efficacy to computer novices through a longitudinal study. The researchers conducted this study by collaborating with three non-government organizations (NGOs) for which funding was received from one government unit and a large local charitable organization. A new model was developed to examine the influence of Internet self-efficacy and outcome expectations on usage intention and perceived user competence. Behavioral modeling training courses were offered to matured adults aged 50 and above in two separate studies over a year. Questionnaires and cognitive knowledge assessments were distributed. In general, the findings in the two studies validated the impacts and antecedents of Internet self-efficacy and outcome expectations on usage intention. Limitations and implications of this study are provided following the sections on research model and hypotheses, design and discussion on findings.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings of the 13th European Conference on Information Systems, Information Systems in a Rapidly Changing Economy, ECIS 2005
Publication statusPublished - 2005
Externally publishedYes
Event13th European Conference on Information Systems, Information Systems in a Rapidly Changing Economy, ECIS 2005 - Regensburg, Germany
Duration: 26 May 200528 May 2005

Publication series

NameProceedings of the 13th European Conference on Information Systems, Information Systems in a Rapidly Changing Economy, ECIS 2005

Conference

Conference13th European Conference on Information Systems, Information Systems in a Rapidly Changing Economy, ECIS 2005
Country/TerritoryGermany
CityRegensburg
Period26/05/0528/05/05

Keywords

  • Digital divide
  • Digital inclusive society
  • Internet self-efficacy
  • Usage intention

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