Groupware integration in virtual learning teams: A qualitative analysis based on the TAM-model
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In this paper we apply Davis' Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) in a qualitative fashion to analyze and interpret the chronological sequence of events leading to the acceptance of the Groupware technology, BSCW, in a virtual learning team. The research question investigated is: What are the factors influencing the integration process of Groupware technology in virtual learning teams in part-time adult education? The data were gathered through an in-depth qualitative action research study of one virtual learning team doing problem-oriented project work within a master education program. We find that one important factor influencing the integration process of Groupware is: How the technology provides support for social perspective awareness. In the case investigated the technology BSCW supported social awareness, which influenced both the ease-of-use and the perceived-usefulness of the Groupware technology, thus being an important condition that influenced the positive outcome of the integration process.
Originalsprog | Engelsk |
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Titel | IT innovation for Adaptability and Competitiveness - IFIP TC8 / WG8.6 7th Working Conference on IT Innovation for Adaptability and Competitiveness |
Antal sider | 24 |
Forlag | Springer New York LLC |
Publikationsdato | 2004 |
Sider | 289-312 |
ISBN (Trykt) | 1402079990, 9781402079993 |
Status | Udgivet - 2004 |
Begivenhed | IFIP TC8 / WG8.6 7th Working Conference on IT Innovation for Adaptability and Competitiveness - Leixlip, Irland Varighed: 30 maj 2004 → 2 jun. 2004 |
Konference
Konference | IFIP TC8 / WG8.6 7th Working Conference on IT Innovation for Adaptability and Competitiveness |
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Land | Irland |
By | Leixlip |
Periode | 30/05/2004 → 02/06/2004 |
Sponsor | Intel Corporation, Science Foundation Ireland, University of Limerick |
Navn | IFIP Advances in Information and Communication Technology |
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Vol/bind | 141 |
ISSN | 1868-4238 |
ID: 285806871