Susan E. Yager|Leon A. Kappelman|Glenn E. Maples|Victor R. Prybutok
Microcomputer playfulness
University of North Texas|University of North Texas|University of North Texas|University of North Texas
previous playfulness research investigated playfulness state trait phenomena example webster et al 1993 examined flow state playfulness specific humancomputer interaction martocchio webster 1992 used traitbased approach considering playfulness characteristic individuals research extends investigation playfulness individual trait using longitudinal study examine temporal situational stabilitythe computer playfulness scale webster ampamp martocchio 1992 administered four times course fiveweek summer session students enrolled computerliteracy course beginning class following completion three milestones course work playfulness instrument assessed internal consistency unidimensionality temporal situational stability evidence indicates measurement reliable primary question trait stability stable versus dynamic examined several ways supporting conclusion playfulness stable trait implications findings suggested research discussed