出版社：International Association for Computer Information Systems
摘要：The literature defines computer self-efficacy (CSE) as a “judgment of one’s capability” to apply computer technology to specific tasks (e.g. send an electronic file to a friend or preparing an electronic presentation). [3, p.192] Recent research has expanded the concept to offer a model of general computer self-efficacy and task specific self-efficacy. [9] This paper expands the model further by including the concept of profession-oriented self-efficacy. CSE is important for both college students and professionals because the use of technology is an integral part of many courses and most occupations. Research has found a relationship between CSE and an individual’s willingness to adopt and use technology. [2] Additionally, CSE has an impact on performance in learning and applying technology. [4], [11] Therefore, it is important for academics and managers to provide experiences to students and employees that improve an individual’s CSE while avoiding experiences that can inflict long term damage to CSE. Over the years, researchers have developed computer self-efficacy scales in order to examine the relationship between CSE and human behavior with respect to using computers. The items found on a computer self-efficacy scale may become quickly obsolete or inadequate as technology changes and grows. It is not uncommon to find research today using a scale based on a set of common computer skills needed in the late 1980’s. This research argues that: (1) the items that should be included in any self efficacy scale need to be updated to reflect the current computing environment, (2) a single self-efficacy scale to measure general computer self-efficacy should be used by researchers (3) multiple self efficacy scales need to be developed so that they can be applied appropriately to the sub-populations that are studied by researchers. This research develops a self-efficacy scale for business professionals (those individuals that endeavor in the fields of accounting, finance, marketing, economics, and management.) Finally, the paper demonstrates how this scale can be used to determine the need for computer literacy training with incoming college freshmen majoring in business related fields.
