SECI model is commonly used in explaining the process of interaction and transaction of tacit and explicit knowledge between the experts and novices. The model involves Socialization, Externalization, Combination, and Internalization process derived from organizational practice. As its applicability in the educational context is inconclusive, an investigation was conducted to see if the model c...

In structural equation modeling (SEM), a covariance parameter is derived by minimizing the discrepancy between a sample covariance matrix and a covariance matrix having a specified structure. When a sample covariance matrix is a near singular matrix, Yuan and Chan (2008) proposed the use of an adjusted sample covariance matrix instead of the sample covariance matrix in the discrepancy function ...

This study aims to explore the causal relationship between e-word-of-mouth (e-WOM) and its influence on purchase decisions through structural equation modeling (SEM). Five constructs were formulated through literature review: expertise, search extent, own experience, trustworthiness, and e-WOM effect. Results of this study show that four constructs all have positive influence on e-WOM effect, a...

The present study first aimed to construct a coactivation model that integrates cognitive and motivational variables that determine an individual’s conscious humor experience. It then aimed to test the model’s reliability, validity, and generalizability. As part of the study, 16 (out of 48) four-frame cartoons were randomly presented to 201 (42 male and 159 female) high school students and 302 ...

This chapter presents a review of applications of structural equation modeling (SEM) published in psychological research journals in recent years. We focus first on the variety of research designs and substantive issues to which SEM can be applied productively. We then discuss a number of methodological problems and issues of concern that characterize some of this literature. Although it is cle...

Because of the global warming and the rising sea level, residents living in southwestern coastland, Taiwan are faced with the submerged land and may move to higher elevation area. It is desirable to discuss the key consideration factor for selecting the migration location under five dimensions of security”, “health”, “convenience”, “comfort” and “socio-economic” based on the document reviews. T...

Despite a steady supply of equipment and continuous training, teachers’ use of computers for instruction seems to be limited. Whether the problem is due to teachers’ ability or usage of computers for instruction is not well understood. In order to better understand the role of ability and usage in technology integration, teachers’ proficiency of technology integration was evaluated by separate ...