Gender differences in computer attitudes and skills
Studies on computer use in education have taken into account the gender factor since the 1980s. However, results regarding gender differences have not been consistent, especially from the aspect of attitudes towards computers. This study indentifies student’s attitudes toward computer technology...
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| Language: | English |
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penerbit ukm
2005
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| Online Access: | http://journalarticle.ukm.my/152/ http://journalarticle.ukm.my/152/ http://journalarticle.ukm.my/152/1/1.pdf |
| Summary: | Studies on computer use in education have taken into account the gender factor
since the 1980s. However, results regarding gender differences have not been
consistent, especially from the aspect of attitudes towards computers. This study
indentifies student’s attitudes toward computer technology and their skills in
using computers. Information for this study has been gathered from a survey on
556 students in the district of Kubang Pasu, Kedah. Results show that generally,
students have positive attitudes toward computers, but they have low skills in
using computers. Female students have more confidence and positive attitudes
toward the importance of computers. Male students however reported having
better skills in handling computers. This article offered suggestions to strengthen
the positive attitudes and expand the skills of using computers among students. |
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