ISRI - Information Systems Research Indicators

Construct: Cognitive Absorption

Description
Indicators

Note 1: Following are presented the definitions found for the construct in the used references, together with the theory/model.
Note 2: The same construct can be present in more than one theory/model.
Note 3: If the construct was not proposed in the original theory/model, it is identified as "Additional to theory/model".

Definition: Refers to a behaviour performed for itself to experience pleasure and satisfaction inherent in the activity.

Theory/model: Additional to TAM
Reference: (Cheng, 2011)

Definition: An intrinsic motivator in which the outcome is pleasure or enjoyment.

Theory/model: Additional to TAM
Reference: (Wakefield & Whitten, 2006)

Note 1: This list contains all the indicators (measuring variables) as defined by the authors when proposing/using/applying a theory/model in a context. It also includes the scales used to measure the variables.
Note 2: Some of the indicators are context-dependent.
Note 3: The same construct can be present in more than one theory/model.

Indicator	Scale	Context	Theory/Model	Reference(s)
Most times when I get on to the e-learning system, I end up spending more time than I had planned.	Likert 1-7, Strongly Disagree to Agree	e-Learning System	TAM	(Cheng, 2011)

While using the e-learning system, I am absorbed in what I am doing.	Likert 1-7, Strongly Disagree to Agree	e-Learning System	TAM	(Cheng, 2011)

I enjoy using the e-learning system.	Likert 1-7, Strongly Disagree to Agree	e-Learning System	TAM	(Cheng, 2011)

Time would appear to go by very quickly when I am using a Blackberry.	Scale 1–7, Strongly Disagree to Agree	Mobile Devices	TAM	(Wakefield & Whitten, 2006)

Sometimes I would lose track of time when I am using a Blackberry.	Scale 1–7, Strongly Disagree to Agree	Mobile Devices	TAM	(Wakefield & Whitten, 2006)

I would spend more time using a Blackberry than I had intended.	Scale 1–7, Strongly Disagree to Agree	Mobile Devices	TAM	(Wakefield & Whitten, 2006)

Most times that I use a Blackberry, I would end up spending more time than I planned.	Scale 1–7, Strongly Disagree to Agree	Mobile Devices	TAM	(Wakefield & Whitten, 2006)

Time would fly when I used a Blackberry.	Scale 1–7, Strongly Disagree to Agree	Mobile Devices	TAM	(Wakefield & Whitten, 2006)

While using a Blackberry, I would be able to block out most other distractions.	Scale 1–7, Strongly Disagree to Agree	Mobile Devices	TAM	(Wakefield & Whitten, 2006)

While using a Blackberry, I would be absorbed in what I am doing.	Scale 1–7, Strongly Disagree to Agree	Mobile Devices	TAM	(Wakefield & Whitten, 2006)

While using a Blackberry, I would get distracted by other things very easily.	Scale 1–7, Strongly Disagree to Agree	Mobile Devices	TAM	(Wakefield & Whitten, 2006)

While using a Blackberry, my attention would not get diverted very easily.	Scale 1–7, Strongly Disagree to Agree	Mobile Devices	TAM	(Wakefield & Whitten, 2006)

While using a Blackberry, I would be immersed in the task I am performing.	Scale 1–7, Strongly Disagree to Agree	Mobile Devices	TAM	(Wakefield & Whitten, 2006)

Using a Blackberry would arouse my imagination.	Scale 1–7, Strongly Disagree to Agree	Mobile Devices	TAM	(Wakefield & Whitten, 2006)

Interacting with a Blackberry would make me curious.	Scale 1–7, Strongly Disagree to Agree	Mobile Devices	TAM	(Wakefield & Whitten, 2006)

Using a Blackberry would excite my curiosity.	Scale 1–7, Strongly Disagree to Agree	Mobile Devices	TAM	(Wakefield & Whitten, 2006)

When using a Blackberry I would feel in control.	Scale 1–7, Strongly Disagree to Agree	Mobile Devices	TAM	(Wakefield & Whitten, 2006)

I would feel that I have no control over my interaction with a Blackberry.	Scale 1–7, Strongly Disagree to Agree	Mobile Devices	TAM	(Wakefield & Whitten, 2006)

A Blackberry would allow me to control my interaction with the technology.	Scale 1–7, Strongly Disagree to Agree	Mobile Devices	TAM	(Wakefield & Whitten, 2006)