Formative vs. Reflective Measurement: A Reply to Hardin, Chang, and Fuller

2008 | Journal of the Association for Information Systems | Citations: 8

Authors: Marakas, George M.; Johnson, Richard D.; Clay, Paul F.

Abstract: The article presents a response on the views of Joseph Joubert, an essayist and ... Expand

Abstract: The article presents a response on the views of Joseph Joubert, an essayist and moralist, which says that it is better to debate a question without settling it. It focuses on the formative versus reflective measurement issues in which a detailed response to the specific concerns raised from both theoretical and statistical basis. It then presents the views of author Hardin and offers insights intended to provoke additional debate and statistical basis and notes that formative items are not created, they were selected as the development reflected measures. Collapse

Topics: self efficacy organizational productivity knowledge representation

Methods: simulation latent variable model ontological modelling classical test theory

Theories: theory of relativity

Three Perspectives: If Markus' 1983 Classic Study, "Power, Politics, and MIS Implementation," Were Being Reviewed Today

2000 | International Conference on Information Systems | Citations: 0

Authors: Lee, Allen; Myers, Michael; Pare, Guy; Urquhart, Cathy

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Theories: theory of relativity

(Un)Structured Creativity in Information Systems Organizations

1993 | Management Information Systems Quarterly | Citations: 77

Authors: Couger, J. Daniel; Higgins, Lexis F.; McIntyre, Scott C.

Abstract: The subject of creativity is a neglected area in the literature of the informati ... Expand

Abstract: The subject of creativity is a neglected area in the literature of the information systems field. Yet, according to a Delphi survey of chief information officers, the field needs to be developing more creative and innovative solutions to its problems. Organizations must first be sure that certain preconditions and organizational components be in place to help individuals and teams become more creative. They can then use numerous creativity improvements techniques that have proved successful in other disciplines. In this article, six case studies show how analytical techniques (progressive abstraction, interrogatories. and force field analysis) and Intuitive techniques (associations/images, wishful thinking, and analogy/metaphor) have been used in several industries to solve a variety of IS-related problems and/or opportunities. All told, some 20 creativity techniques prove especially appropriate for the IS field. Once managers understand when and where to use creativity techniques, they can move forward with implementing formal creativity improvement programs in their organizations. Collapse

Topics: user requirement software developer brainstorming

Methods: qualitative interview case study

Theories: theory of relativity