A case study of the diffusion of an electronic mail system in a high school administrative setting

UNCG Author/Contributor (non-UNCG co-authors, if there are any, appear on document)
Richard Eugene Moore (Creator)
Institution
The University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG )
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Advisor
Keith Wright

Abstract: The objective of this case study was to describe the diffusion of an electronic mail system in a public school administrative setting. The study focused on four variables: 1) principal leadership style, 2) participant readiness for change, 3) rate of adoption, and 4) effectiveness of the system. The study group was composed of twelve members of a public high school. Perceptions of principal leadership style were assessed for each participant. Readiness levels of change were determined for each individual. The effectiveness of the electronic mail system was rated for various categories by participants. And, the rate of adoption over the span of the study was recorded. An exploration of these variables in association with the diffusion process was the primary focus. Descriptive data as well as correlation figures were used to describe and discuss the findings.

Additional Information

Publication
Dissertation
Language: English
Date: 1993
Subjects
Electronic mail systems
High schools $x Administration

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