-------- Original-Nachricht -------- Betreff: [isworld] CFP AMCIS 2009: Individual Characteristics and the Diffusion of Information Technologies Mini-track Datum: Mon, 9 Feb 2009 01:55:56 -0500 Von: Elizabeth White Baker efrwhite@aol.com Antwort an: Elizabeth White Baker efrwhite@aol.com An: AISWORLD Information Systems World Network isworld@lyris.isworld.org

AMCIS 2009 Call for Papers

Mini-track title: Individual Characteristics and the Diffusion of Information Technologies [Track: the Diffusion of IT (SIGADIT)]

15th Americas Conference on Information Systems (AMCIS 2009) San Francisco, California August 6-9, 2009

Description:

Since the mid�]1990s, examining individual differences has assumed an increasingly prominent role in information technology diffusion research. Individual factors such as personal innovativeness and gender have been identified as important antecedents, or moderators, of beliefs about the ability to use and innovate with information technology. Although many individual characteristics are enduring, i.e., they can�ft be changed, a deeper understanding of their influence on individuals�f perceptions of IT can inform strategies IT training and implementation. For this mini track, we invite papers that address all aspects of research that extend our understanding of enduring individual characteristics influence IT adoption and infusion in the workplace, especially personality and demographic characteristics that influence technology use. The unique aspect of this mini track, which differentiates it from other tracks on technology diffusion, is its focus on understanding how individual differences shape individual understanding and use of information technology. As a group, we anticipate that our sessions will create a robust exchange of ideas on how to model the influence of, and design strategies to shape the use of, information technology in the workplace.

Suggested topics include, but are not limited to, the following:

* �gBig 5�h personality traits and technology use. * Learning Style and technology use * Innovativeness and Innovation * Personality and Post�]Adoption Technology Use * Personality and Maladaptive Technology Use * Efficacy, locus of control, and applications of Information Technology * The definition and measurement of constructs such as computer self-efficacy, attributions towards technology's performance, innovativeness related to technology's use in organizations. * Cognitive Ability as it relates to understanding and use of information technology * Gender and its implications for use of IT in the workplace * Aging and its implications for understanding how and when to use technology * Cultural values (as an individual difference) and their influence on the decision to use, and subsequent use of, information technology.

Mini-track Chair:

Elizabeth White Baker Assistant Professor of MIS Department of Economics and Business Virginia Military Institute Lexington, VA 24450 540.464.7461 bakerew@vmi.edu http://www.vmi.edu/baker

Submission Process:

Full paper submissions must be made electronically through the AMCIS on-line submission system. Typically a paper should not exceed 5,000 words, including attachments. Papers will be peer-reviewed using a double-blind review system and will be considered for AMCIS Best Paper Awards.

Key Dates: * Full Papers Due: February 20, 2009 * Notification of Acceptance: April 2, 2009 * Camera Ready Copy Due: April 20, 2009

For additional information please refer to the AMCIS website: http://www.amcis2009.org/ or contact me, the mini-track chair, for further information.

Best regards, and we'll look forward to your submission, Elizabeth White Baker bakerew@vmi.edu

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