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Exploring the Dimensions and Effects of Computer Software Similarities in Computer Skills Transfer

Exploring the Dimensions and Effects of Computer Software Similarities in Computer Skills Transfer

Yuan Li, Kuo-Chung Chang
Copyright: © 2013 |Pages: 20
ISBN13: 9781466620599|ISBN10: 1466620595|EISBN13: 9781466620605
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-4666-2059-9.ch006
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Li, Yuan, and Kuo-Chung Chang. "Exploring the Dimensions and Effects of Computer Software Similarities in Computer Skills Transfer." Innovative Strategies and Approaches for End-User Computing Advancements, edited by Ashish Dwivedi and Steve Clarke, IGI Global, 2013, pp. 99-118. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-4666-2059-9.ch006

APA

Li, Y. & Chang, K. (2013). Exploring the Dimensions and Effects of Computer Software Similarities in Computer Skills Transfer. In A. Dwivedi & S. Clarke (Eds.), Innovative Strategies and Approaches for End-User Computing Advancements (pp. 99-118). IGI Global. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-4666-2059-9.ch006

Chicago

Li, Yuan, and Kuo-Chung Chang. "Exploring the Dimensions and Effects of Computer Software Similarities in Computer Skills Transfer." In Innovative Strategies and Approaches for End-User Computing Advancements, edited by Ashish Dwivedi and Steve Clarke, 99-118. Hershey, PA: IGI Global, 2013. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-4666-2059-9.ch006

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Abstract

Computer software similarities play important roles in users’ skills transfer from one application to another. Despite common software attributes recognized in extant literature, a systematic understanding of the components and structure of software similarities has not been fully developed. To address the issue, a Delphi study was conducted to explore the underlying dimensions of software similarities. Inputs gathered from 20 experienced Information Systems instructors show that Computer Software Similarity is a multi-dimensional construct made up of interface similarity, function similarity, and syntax similarity. Each dimension consists of software attributes that users perceive to be transferable in learning new applications. A field study was carried out to test the impact of the construct. Results from a survey on students’ learning two software applications confirm the expectation that Computer Software Similarity facilitates the students’ skills transfer between the applications. These studies provide a basis to better design training programs for improved training performance.

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