Abstract

Examines the effects of time scarcity on the way disagreement is managed in synchronous computer conferencing; reports an experiment in which pairs of undergraduates used keyboard-based conferencing software to resolve disputes on two controversial discussion topics under conditions either of time scarcity, or time abundance; and discusses computer-mediated communication. (Author/LRW)

Citation

Reid, F.J.M. & Hards, R. (1998). The Effects of Time Scarcity on Conflict and Compromise in Computer Conferencing. Computers in Human Behavior, 14(4), 637. Retrieved January 29, 2023 from https://www.learntechlib.org/p/85801/.

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Keywords

• computer mediated communication
• Computer Software
• CONFLICT RESOLUTION
• higher education
• Teleconferencing
• Time Factors (Learning)
• undergraduate students