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    Computer self-efficacy and classroom practice : what is the correlation?
    (Lethbridge, Alta. : University of Lethbridge, Faculty of Education, 1998, 1998) Beaudin, Lorraine C.; University of Lethbridge. Faculty of Education; Townsend, David
    The present technological focus in education is requiring teachers to become computer-literate so that they are better able to integrate computer technology into their teaching. This thesis examines teachers' leves of computer self-efficacy (one's belief in one's ability to use computers) to see if there is a correlation with computer self-efficacy and classroom practice. Current research suggest that one can use computer self-efficacy as a way of determing teachers' levels of willingness to use computers. Based on the distribution of a computer self-efficacy scale and a questionnaire designed to identify computer technology integration into teaching, this study shows the correlation between computer self-efficacy and classroom practice in a selection of schools in southern Alberta. The finding of the research show that there is a weak correlation (r=0.405) between CSE and classroom practice; while there is a moderate to strong correlation (r=0.62) between CSE and instructional practice. Interestingly, the correlations between CSE and each of the specific classroom uses listed in the survey were extremely weak. These correlation coefficients ranged from 0.0777-0.287. Only 14/87 of the teachers surveyed have not attended a computer course. However, out of those 14 teachers only 2 do not use the computer for classroom used. On the other hand, of the 73 teachers who have attended a computer course, 16 do not use the computer in classroom teaching. For this group of teachers, participating in a computer course did not appear to have an impact on classroom practice. Moreover, the reseach found that those teachers with high levels of CSE do not necessarily teach using computers. An exploration of change literature provides a framework for understanding these results, and help place in perspective the need to rethink guidelines for professional development, teacher education and classroom practice as they relate to computers in education.
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    Female gamers’ perceptions of their mental health influenced by the online gaming space
    (Lethbridge, Alta. : University of Lethbridge, Faculty of Education, 2023) Fong, Andrea L.; University of Lethbridge. Faculty of Education; Beaudin, Lorraine C.
    Video games have become an increasingly popular form of entertainment that can now allow for social bonds to be established and can contribute to an individual’s mental health. This thesis investigates female gamers, and their perceptions of how online gaming may affect their own mental health (n= 197). Previous research has found that female gamers are often treated differently in games based on their gender identity. Utilizing mixed methods, this study furthers the exploration of female gamers’ mental health as they interact with other players during online multiplayer games. Findings suggest that the purpose of the game interactions, views about the community, and the motivations of female gamers determine the effect that negative player-to-player interactions may have on their perceptions of stress levels, loneliness, and social support.
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    The impact of Facebook use on romantic relationships offline
    (Lethbridge, Alta. : University of Lethbridge, Faculty of Education, 2016) Evasiuk, Andrea; University of Lethbridge. Faculty of Education; Beaudin, Lorraine C.
    Given the prevalence of social networking site (SNS) use, it is important to understand how online experiences can affect offline relationships. The purpose of this study was to shed light on how the SNS Facebook can affect romantic relationships offline. In particular, the focus was on relational happiness and jealousy as a result of Facebook use. A total of 124 Canadian participants met the study criteria and completed the online survey. Results showed that Facebook use can affect romantic relationships offline. A large number of participants reported experiencing both happiness and jealousy as a result of Facebook use. Contributing factors of those feelings were identified along with the ways in which romantic relationships were affected. Correlations among variables were also explored, providing underlying variables associated with both SNS happiness and jealousy. Overall, age was not found to be an important factor in the experience of Facebook happiness and jealousy.