A Field Study of Perceptions and Use of Mobile Telephones by 16 to 22 Year Olds

Authors

Jennie Carroll, The University of MelbourneFollow
Steve Howard, The University of MelbourneFollow
Jane Peck, Novell Pty LtdFollow
John Murphy, Novell Pty LtdFollow

Abstract

What do young people want from mobile technologies? How do they use mobile technologies in their everyday lives? This work uses multiple research methods to build understanding of 16 to 22 year olds’ perceptions and use of mobile telephones. We propose a model of technology appropriation that represents the way they evaluate and integrate mobile telephones into their lives. The paper contributes to both information systems (IS) theory and practice. For IS researchers, this paper presents a picture of lifestyle rather than task-oriented technology use in diverse&#;and principally non-organisational&#;contexts. The multi-method research approach is in and of itself a contribution in enabling IS researchers to construct a rich and sound understanding of mobile technology use in different contexts. The paper contributes to IS design, marketing and training practice by describing the influences on 16 to 22 year olds’ appropriation of mobile telephones.

Recommended Citation

Carroll, Jennie; Howard, Steve; Peck, Jane; and Murphy, John (2002) "A Field Study of Perceptions and Use of Mobile Telephones by 16 to 22 Year Olds," Journal of Information Technology Theory and Application (JITTA): Vol. 4: Iss. 2, Article 6.
Available at: https://aisel.aisnet.org/jitta/vol4/iss2/6