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Effects of Basic Computer Training on the Self-Efficacy of Adult Learner’s Utilization of Online Learning

Effects of Basic Computer Training on the Self-Efficacy of Adult Learner’s Utilization of Online Learning

Gregory C. Petty, Iryna P. Loboda
Copyright: © 2011 |Pages: 17
ISBN13: 9781616929060|ISBN10: 1616929065|EISBN13: 9781616929077
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-61692-906-0.ch034
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Petty, Gregory C., and Iryna P. Loboda. "Effects of Basic Computer Training on the Self-Efficacy of Adult Learner’s Utilization of Online Learning." Encyclopedia of Information Communication Technologies and Adult Education Integration, edited by Viktor Wang, IGI Global, 2011, pp. 578-594. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-61692-906-0.ch034

APA

Petty, G. C. & Loboda, I. P. (2011). Effects of Basic Computer Training on the Self-Efficacy of Adult Learner’s Utilization of Online Learning. In V. Wang (Ed.), Encyclopedia of Information Communication Technologies and Adult Education Integration (pp. 578-594). IGI Global. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-61692-906-0.ch034

Chicago

Petty, Gregory C., and Iryna P. Loboda. "Effects of Basic Computer Training on the Self-Efficacy of Adult Learner’s Utilization of Online Learning." In Encyclopedia of Information Communication Technologies and Adult Education Integration, edited by Viktor Wang, 578-594. Hershey, PA: IGI Global, 2011. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-61692-906-0.ch034

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Abstract

As more studies investigate the effectiveness of online instruction for adult learners it is important not to overlook the effects of computer self-efficacy of students. Online learning requires a certain level of computer skill for the student to be successful. This chapter explores the value and efficacy of basic computer training to improve the effectiveness of instruction in an online learning environment. Included is a review of self-efficacy related to online learning and the results of a quasi experimental study that reinforces the value of basic computer training for improving the adult learners’ self-efficacy.

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