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Matthew L Wilson1, Anne Corinne Huggins-Manley2, Albert D Ritzhaupt2
1Kennesaw State University, 585 Cobb Avenue Kennesaw Hall - MD Box #0127, Kennesaw, GA, 30144-5591, USA. mwils268@kennesaw.edu.
Behavior Research Methods
|March 26, 2022
Summary
Researchers developed the Abbreviated Technology Anxiety Scale (ATAS) to measure negative feelings towards technology. This validated scale is suitable for social science research and evaluations.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Social Sciences
- Human-Computer Interaction
Background:
- Technology anxiety is a negative emotional response causing avoidance of information and communication technology.
- Existing measures may not be suitable for all research contexts, necessitating a concise alternative.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and validate the Abbreviated Technology Anxiety Scale (ATAS).
- To provide evidence of reliability and validity for ATAS in social science research.
Main Methods:
- Expert panel reviews for content and quality assessment.
- Three phases of data collection and psychometric analysis.
- Application of measurement theory for scale validation.
Main Results:
- The ATAS demonstrated strong internal consistency.
- ATAS scores correlated significantly with established measures of technology and general anxiety.
- The scale's validity and reliability were supported for research use.
Conclusions:
- The Abbreviated Technology Anxiety Scale (ATAS) is a reliable and valid instrument.
- ATAS is appropriate for low-stakes research studies and evaluations in the social sciences.
- The scale offers a practical tool for assessing technology anxiety.
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