University of Twente Student Theses
Technology? I am Studying Psychology!: A Survey Study on the Relationship between Openness, General Affinity, and Technology Acceptance
Kohlbecher, Phyllis (2024) Technology? I am Studying Psychology!: A Survey Study on the Relationship between Openness, General Affinity, and Technology Acceptance.
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| Abstract: | Technology is increasingly being integrated into the mental health sector to develop innovative methods for psychological interventions. This study investigates the relationship between the personality trait of openness, general affinity for technology, and the acceptance of technology in future professional settings among psychology students at the University of Twente. A combined survey out of the Big Five, the General Affinity scale, and the adjusted Technology Acceptance Model reveal that openness does not predict current general affinity towards technology nor its acceptance in future professional settings. On the contrary, affinity for technology is a crucial factor in predicting future technology acceptance. Although this study could not account for students' prior technological knowledge and the Technology Acceptance Model was designed to measure acceptance towards specific technological devices, it provides valuable insights for both scientific research and societal application. Supporting a positive general affinity towards technology could enhance the readiness of future professionals to integrate technological tools into their future practice. Future research is advised to investigate other variables such as extraversion to gain deeper insights into student’s levels of technology acceptance. Consequently, society would benefit from study programmes tailored to today’s generation and improved education, leading to more productive and experienced employees later on. |
| Item Type: | Essay (Bachelor) |
| Faculty: | BMS: Behavioural, Management and Social Sciences |
| Subject: | 77 psychology |
| Programme: | Psychology BSc (56604) |
| Link to this item: | https://purl.utwente.nl/essays/100639 |
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