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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: © 2011 |Volume: 23 |Issue: 3 |Pages: 19
ISSN: 1546-2234|EISSN: 1546-5012|EISBN13: 9781466600096|DOI: 10.4018/joeuc.2011070103
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Li, Yuan, and Kuo-Chung Chang. "Exploring the Dimensions and Effects of Computer Software Similarities in Computer Skills Transfer." JOEUC vol.23, no.3 2011: pp.48-66. http://doi.org/10.4018/joeuc.2011070103

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Li, Y. & Chang, K. (2011). Exploring the Dimensions and Effects of Computer Software Similarities in Computer Skills Transfer. Journal of Organizational and End User Computing (JOEUC), 23(3), 48-66. http://doi.org/10.4018/joeuc.2011070103

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Li, Yuan, and Kuo-Chung Chang. "Exploring the Dimensions and Effects of Computer Software Similarities in Computer Skills Transfer," Journal of Organizational and End User Computing (JOEUC) 23, no.3: 48-66. http://doi.org/10.4018/joeuc.2011070103

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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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