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ERIC Number: EJ564448
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1998
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ISSN: ISSN-0002-4805
Generational Variability in the Understanding and Use of Technology.
Cockrell, Karen; Cockrell, Dan; Harris, Edward L.
Alberta Journal of Educational Research, v44 n1 p111-14 Spr 1998
A study of 91 college students aged 20-27, representing the mid-range of the Generation-X cohort, examined their technological attitudes, knowledge, and usage in comparison to those of the Baby Boom cohort. Generational differences in technology learning experiences, information-seeking behaviors, and comfort with technology and technological change are discussed. (SV)
Descriptors: Baby Boomers, College Students, Computer Attitudes, Higher Education, Information Seeking, Science and Society, Student Attitudes, Student Experience, Technological Literacy
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Cross Generational Studies; Generation X; Technological Change; Technology Utilization