Teaching Computer Ergonomic Techniques: Practices and Perceptions of Secondary and Postsecondary Business Educators.

Alexander, Melody W.; Arp, Larry W.

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ERIC Number: EJ551563

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 1997

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Teaching Computer Ergonomic Techniques: Practices and Perceptions of Secondary and Postsecondary Business Educators.

Alexander, Melody W.; Arp, Larry W.

Delta Pi Epsilon Journal, v39 n1 p39-55 Win 1997

A survey of 260 secondary and 251 postsecondary business teachers (51% response) found that more secondary teachers thought computer training should begin at the elementary level; they were more likely to teach about computer use hazards. More postsecondary teachers reported observing students not using proper ergonomic techniques. (SK)

Descriptors: Business Education Teachers, Computers, Human Factors Engineering, Injuries, Keyboarding (Data Entry), Postsecondary Education, Reinforcement, Secondary Education, Teaching Methods

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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