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Usability Testing of BusinessThinking [TM] e-Learning CD-Roms with Older Adults

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Title: Usability Testing of BusinessThinking [TM] e-Learning CD-Roms with Older Adults
Language: English
Authors: Stoltz-Loike, Marian, Morrell, Roger W., Loike, James D.
Source: Educational Gerontology. Nov-Dec 2005 31(10):765-786.
Availability: Customer Services for Taylor & Francis Group Journals, 325 Chestnut Street, Suite 800, Philadelphia, PA 19106. Tel: 800-354-1420 (Toll Free); Fax: 215-625-8914.
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 22
Publication Date: 2005
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Evaluative
Descriptors: Career Development, Internet, Adult Education, Older Adults, Technology Education, Business Education, Computer Software, Computer Peripherals, Program Evaluation
ISSN: 0360-1277
Abstract: BusinessThinking [TM] is a computer-based e-learning package designed to teach technology skills and business information to adults, ages 50-69, who remain in the workforce. This article outlines results from usability testing for the material on using technology applications (Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and the Internet), and career development (career management and preretirement planning. In Study 1, a usability test was conducted to ensure that the material was user-friendly. In Studies 2 and 3, the PowerPoint and career development materials were redesigned according to the findings from Study 1. Results indicated that the redesign was effective in increasing navigation of the material.
Abstractor: Author
Number of References: 41
Entry Date: 2005
Access URL: https://taylorandfrancis.metapress.com/link.asp?target=contribution&id=M75382NV8H0KX766
Accession Number: EJ721475
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:BusinessThinking [TM] is a computer-based e-learning package designed to teach technology skills and business information to adults, ages 50-69, who remain in the workforce. This article outlines results from usability testing for the material on using technology applications (Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and the Internet), and career development (career management and preretirement planning. In Study 1, a usability test was conducted to ensure that the material was user-friendly. In Studies 2 and 3, the PowerPoint and career development materials were redesigned according to the findings from Study 1. Results indicated that the redesign was effective in increasing navigation of the material.
ISSN:0360-1277