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Context: Instant messaging (IM) systems

Note: This list contains all the constructs (and corresponding measuring variables) as defined by the authors when proposing/using/applying the theories/models in the selected context. It also includes the scales used to measure the variables.

  • Construct (Theory/Model): Compatibility (IDT)
      IndicatorScaleReference(s)
      Using IM is compatible with all aspects of how I communicate with friends.Likert 1-7, Strongly Disagree to Agree(Van Slyke, Ilie, Lou, & Stafford, 2007)
      Using IM is completely compatible with my current situation.Likert 1-7, Strongly Disagree to Agree(Van Slyke, Ilie, Lou, & Stafford, 2007)
      I think that using IM fits well with the way I like to communicate.Likert 1-7, Strongly Disagree to Agree(Van Slyke, Ilie, Lou, & Stafford, 2007)
      Using IM fits into my communication style.Likert 1-7, Strongly Disagree to Agree(Van Slyke, Ilie, Lou, & Stafford, 2007)
  • Construct (Theory/Model): Relative Advantage (IDT)
      IndicatorScaleReference(s)
      Using IM improves my performance when communicating with my friends.Likert 1-7, Strongly Disagree to Agree(Van Slyke, Ilie, Lou, & Stafford, 2007)
      Using IM increases my productivity when communicating with my friends.Likert 1-7, Strongly Disagree to Agree(Van Slyke, Ilie, Lou, & Stafford, 2007)
      Using IM enhances my effectiveness when communicating with my friends.Likert 1-7, Strongly Disagree to Agree(Van Slyke, Ilie, Lou, & Stafford, 2007)
      Using IM enables me to accomplish tasks more quickly.Likert 1-7, Strongly Disagree to Agree(Van Slyke, Ilie, Lou, & Stafford, 2007)
      Overall, using IM improves communication with my friends.Likert 1-7, Strongly Disagree to Agree(Van Slyke, Ilie, Lou, & Stafford, 2007)
      Overall, I find using IM to be advantageous when communicating with my friends.Likert 1-7, Strongly Disagree to Agree(Van Slyke, Ilie, Lou, & Stafford, 2007)
  • Construct (Theory/Model): Attitude Towards the Behavior (TRA)
      IndicatorScaleReference(s)
      Using IM is a good idea.Likert 1-7, Strongly Disagree to Agree(Van Slyke, Ilie, Lou, & Stafford, 2007)
      Using IM would be unpleasant.Likert 1-7, Strongly Disagree to Agree(Van Slyke, Ilie, Lou, & Stafford, 2007)
      I like the idea of using IM.Likert 1-7, Strongly Disagree to Agree(Van Slyke, Ilie, Lou, & Stafford, 2007)
  • Construct (Theory/Model): Behavioral Intention (TRA)
      IndicatorScaleReference(s)
      I would use IM to communicate with others.Likert 1-7, Strongly Disagree to Agree(Van Slyke, Ilie, Lou, & Stafford, 2007)
      Using IM is something I would do.Likert 1-7, Strongly Disagree to Agree(Van Slyke, Ilie, Lou, & Stafford, 2007)
      I could see myself using IM.Likert 1-7, Strongly Disagree to Agree(Van Slyke, Ilie, Lou, & Stafford, 2007)
  • Construct (Theory/Model): Subjective Norm (TRA)
      IndicatorScaleReference(s)
      My friends think I should use IM.Likert 1-7, Strongly Disagree to Agree(Van Slyke, Ilie, Lou, & Stafford, 2007)
      People who influence me think that I should use IM.Likert 1-7, Strongly Disagree to Agree(Van Slyke, Ilie, Lou, & Stafford, 2007)
      People who are important to me think that I should use IM.Likert 1-7, Strongly Disagree to Agree(Van Slyke, Ilie, Lou, & Stafford, 2007)
  • Construct (Theory/Model): Ease of Use (TRA)
      IndicatorScaleReference(s)
      I believe that it is easy to get IM to do what I want to do.Likert 1-7, Strongly Disagree to Agree(Van Slyke, Ilie, Lou, & Stafford, 2007)
      Learning to operate IM is easy for me.Likert 1-7, Strongly Disagree to Agree(Van Slyke, Ilie, Lou, & Stafford, 2007)
      Overall I believe that IM is easy for me to use.Likert 1-7, Strongly Disagree to Agree(Van Slyke, Ilie, Lou, & Stafford, 2007)
  • Construct (Theory/Model): Perceived Critical Mass (TRA)
      IndicatorScaleReference(s)
      Many people I communicate with use IM.Likert 1-7, Strongly Disagree to Agree(Van Slyke, Ilie, Lou, & Stafford, 2007)
      The people I communicate with will continue to use IM in the future.Likert 1-7, Strongly Disagree to Agree(Van Slyke, Ilie, Lou, & Stafford, 2007)
      The people I communicate with using IM will continue to use IM in the future.Likert 1-7, Strongly Disagree to Agree(Van Slyke, Ilie, Lou, & Stafford, 2007)
      Of the people I communicate with regularly, many use IM.Likert 1-7, Strongly Disagree to Agree(Van Slyke, Ilie, Lou, & Stafford, 2007)
  • Construct (Theory/Model): Prior Use (TRA)
      IndicatorScaleReference(s)
      How frequently do you use IM?Likert 1-7, Strongly Disagree to Agree(Van Slyke, Ilie, Lou, & Stafford, 2007)
      If you were unable to continue using this technology, how much impact would it have on your life?Likert 1-7, Strongly Disagree to Agree(Van Slyke, Ilie, Lou, & Stafford, 2007)
  • Construct (Theory/Model): Result Demonstrability (TRA)
      IndicatorScaleReference(s)
      I would have no difficulty telling others about the results of using IM.Likert 1-7, Strongly Disagree to Agree(Van Slyke, Ilie, Lou, & Stafford, 2007)
      I believe I could communicate to others the consequences of using IM.Likert 1-7, Strongly Disagree to Agree(Van Slyke, Ilie, Lou, & Stafford, 2007)
      The results of using IM are apparent to me.Likert 1-7, Strongly Disagree to Agree(Van Slyke, Ilie, Lou, & Stafford, 2007)
  • Construct (Theory/Model): Visibility (TRA)
      IndicatorScaleReference(s)
      I have seen many people using IM.Likert 1-7, Strongly Disagree to Agree(Van Slyke, Ilie, Lou, & Stafford, 2007)
      It is easy for me to observe others using IM.Likert 1-7, Strongly Disagree to Agree(Van Slyke, Ilie, Lou, & Stafford, 2007)
      I have not seen many others using IM.Likert 1-7, Strongly Disagree to Agree(Van Slyke, Ilie, Lou, & Stafford, 2007)