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Spennemann, Dirk; Cornforth, David; Atkinson, John – Campus-Wide Information Systems, 2007
Purpose: This paper seeks to examine the spatial patterns of student use of machines in each laboratory to whether there are underlying commonalities. Design/methodology/approach: The research was carried out by assessing the user behaviour in 16 computer laboratories at a regional university in Australia. Findings: The study found that computers…
Descriptors: Access to Computers, Laboratories, College Students, Use Studies
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Spennemann, Dirk H. R.; Atkinson, John; Cornforth, David – Computers & Education, 2007
Most universities have invested in extensive infrastructure in the form of computer laboratories and computer kiosks. However, is this investment justified when it is suggested that students work predominantly from home using their own computers? This paper provides an empirical study investigating how students at a regional multi-campus…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Computers, Laboratories, Information Technology
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Spennemann, Dirk H. R.; Atkinson, John; Cornforth, David – Behaviour & Information Technology, 2007
Student computer laboratories are provided by most teaching institutions around the world; however, what is the most effective layout for such facilities? The log-in data files from computer laboratories at a regional university in Australia were analysed to determine whether there was a pattern in student seating. In particular, it was…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Centers, Educational Facilities Design