A novel goal-oriented approach for training older adult computer novices: Beyond the effects of individual-difference factors

被引:11
作者
Hollis-Sawyer, LA
Sterns, HL
机构
[1] NE Illinois Univ, Dept Psychol, Gerontol Program, Chicago, IL 60625 USA
[2] Univ Akron, Akron, OH 44325 USA
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10.1080/036012799267521
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G40 [教育学];
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040101 ; 120403 ;
摘要
The present research evaluated a goal-oriented training approach in comparison to a more standard training approach (i.e., verbal persuasion). The goal-oriented approach combined participatory goal setting with performance feedback to enhance training with older adults. One hundred and six,computer novices, ranging in age from 50-89 years, were randomly assigned to one of the two training conditions and individually participated in two consecutive days of computer spreadsheet training. As hypothesized, Goal-oriented trainees generally achieved significantly greater mean changes in both computer attitudinal/efficacy and computer task proficiency measures (e.g., task completion time). Verbal Persuasion trainees also exhibited significant changes in both types of training outcomes but to a lesser extent than Goal-oriented trainees. Controlling for scores on intellectual ability (crystallized, fluid) and the "big five" personality dimensions through analysis of covariance did not significantly change study results.
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页码:661 / 684
页数:24
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