The Computer Aversion, Attitudes, and Familiarity Index (CAAFI): A validity study

Authors:
Stefan E. Schulenberg;Amanda M. A. Melton
Affiliations:
Department of Psychology, The University of Mississippi, University, MS 38677, United States;Clinical Training Program, The University of Mississippi, University, MS 38677, United States
Venue:
Computers in Human Behavior
Year:
2008

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Abstract

This study's purpose was to provide additional psychometric data on the Computer Aversion, Attitudes, and Familiarity Index (CAAFI). The CAAFI is comprised of 40 items, yielding a total score and four factor scores with 10 items each (one familiarity, one attitudes, two aversion). The measure was administered to a sample of undergraduate psychology students (N=293) along with the Computer Understanding and Experience Scale, the Computer Attitude Scale, and the Computer Aversion Scale. The factor structure of the CAAFI was supported via confirmatory factor analytic procedures and analysis of internal consistency reliability coefficients. In relation to the other measures of computer-related constructs, the strongest validity support was found for the CAAFI total score and Factors 1 (computer familiarity) and 3 (computer aversion-discomfort), followed by Factor 2 (computer attitudes). With regard to Factor 4 (computer aversion-fear), given the results of the analyses the decision was made to remove these items from the CAAFI in order to enhance the measure's psychometric properties and practical utility.