Predictors of Electronic Bulletin Board System Use in Older Adults.

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Title: Predictors of Electronic Bulletin Board System Use in Older Adults.
Language: English
Authors: Kelley, Catherine L., Morrell, Roger W., Park, Denise C., Mayhorn, Christopher B.
Source: Educational Gerontology. Jan-Feb 1999 25(1):19-35.
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 17
Publication Date: 1999
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Descriptors: Computer Attitudes, Electronic Mail, Older Adults, Predictor Variables
ISSN: 0360-1277
Abstract: A group of 39 older adults trained to use an electronic bulletin board had more positive attitudes about computers compared to 10 controls. The most positive were those who continued to use the board frequently. The most important predictor of use was success at initial training. (SK)
Entry Date: 1999
Accession Number: EJ578942
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:A group of 39 older adults trained to use an electronic bulletin board had more positive attitudes about computers compared to 10 controls. The most positive were those who continued to use the board frequently. The most important predictor of use was success at initial training. (SK)
ISSN:0360-1277