Journal article
The suitability of computer-based training for workers with limited formal education: a case study from the US agricultural sector
International journal of training and development, Vol.10(4), pp.269-284
12/2006
DOI: 10.1111/j.1468-2419.2006.00260.x
Abstract
The suitability of computer-based instruction (CBI) for workers with limited education was evaluated in an Hispanic orchard workforce that reported little computer experience and 5.6 mean years of formal education. Ladder safety training was completed by employees who rated the training highly (effect size [d_gain] = 5.68), and their knowledge of ladder safety improved (d_gain = 1.45). There was a significant increase (p < 0.01) in safe work practices immediately after training (d_gain = 0.70), at 40 days post training (d_gain = 0.87) and at 60 days (d_gain = 1.40), indicating durability. As in mainstream populations, reaction or affective ratings correlated well with utility ratings, but not with behavior change. This demonstrates that an agricultural workforce with limited formal education can learn job safety from CBI and translate the knowledge to work practice changes, and those changes are durable.
Details
- Title: Subtitle
- The suitability of computer-based training for workers with limited formal education: a case study from the US agricultural sector
- Creators
- W. Kent Anger - Oregon Health & Science University, Center for Research on Occupational Safety and Health, USAJeff Stupfel - Oregon Health & Science University, Center for Research on Occupational Safety and Health, USATammara Ammerman - Oregon Health & Science University, Center for Research on Occupational Safety and Health, USAAlys Tamulinas - Oregon Health & Science University, Center for Research on Occupational Safety and Health, USATodd Bodner - Portland State University; Psychology Department, Cramer Hall, Portland, USADiane S Rohlman - Oregon Health & Science University, Center for Research on Occupational Safety and Health, USA
- Resource Type
- Journal article
- Publication Details
- International journal of training and development, Vol.10(4), pp.269-284
- DOI
- 10.1111/j.1468-2419.2006.00260.x
- ISSN
- 1360-3736
- eISSN
- 1468-2419
- Publisher
- Blackwell Publishing Ltd
- Number of pages
- 16
- Language
- English
- Date published
- 12/2006
- Academic Unit
- Occupational and Environmental Health; International Programs; Injury Prevention Research Center
- Record Identifier
- 9984214825802771
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