Computer-Based Perspective Broadening Support for Appraisal Training

Abstract

Post-traumatic stress affects millions of people worldwide. Appraisal training is an intervention that has been used to decrease the negative effects of a traumatic event. In two studies, the acceptance and effects of technology in supporting appraisal was studied. Study 1, a descriptive study, examined the response to and acceptance of a workshop on perspective broadening with technological support among soldiers and firefighters. Results revealed that both groups evaluated the training as useful and feasible, and both favoured the full version of the tool. Study 2 investigated the effect of the support tool among a student sample in comparison to the paper-based training. Participants followed the training individually. Comparisons between the two groups revealed no significant differences on multiple outcome measures. Behaviour observed during the training suggests that shorter sessions might prove more effective. The findings indicate acceptance of the technology supported training but gives no indication that the effects of the training are improved by technological support.

Analyzing Indonesian Students’ Google Classroom Acceptance During COVID-19 Outbreak: Applying an Extended Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology Model

“…The Indonesian students are more likely to use the system since various universities have held online lectures (without face to face) to anticipate the spread of the COVID-19 virus among students. Every educational institution has supported a particular e-learning platform, including GCR, to support student learning activities from home (Beer et al, 2020). Since the government appealed to learn from home during the COVID-19 outbreak, GCR has been gaining popularity among Indonesian students.…”