• Proceedings of the Korean Nuclear Society Conference
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• 2005.10a
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• pp.422-423
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• 2005

• East Asian Economic Review
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• v.26 no.3
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• pp.227-253
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• 2022

Despite the proliferation of free trade agreements (FTAs), many exporting firms are still confronted with several challenges in utilizing the FTA preferential tariffs. Based on the Technology-Organization-Environment (TOE) framework, this study empirically examines the factors affecting the utilization of FTA schemes by exporting firms. To clarify the key factors influencing FTA utilization, this study develops a conceptual model from the perspective of the adoption of information technology innovations. Eight factors derived from the TOE framework are proposed to explore the determinants of FTA utilization in export. Partial least squares structural equation modeling is employed to analyze the data collected from 162 exporting small- and medium-sized enterprises in the South Korean textile industry. The findings reveal that compatibility and trading partner influence are positively associated with FTA utilization, while complexity is negatively related. Factors of organizational context do not show any relationship with FTA utilization. This study is the first to theoretically analyze and empirically test the determinants of FTA utilization from the perspective of technological innovation adoptions. By examining the relative importance of TOE factors in the utilization of FTA schemes, this study expects to advance a holistic understanding on the perceived factors that could potentially affect the utilization of FTA schemes.

• Proceedings of the Korean Nuclear Society Conference
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• 2005.05a
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• pp.497-498
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• 2005

• Proceedings of the Korean Magnestics Society Conference
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• 2015.11a
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• pp.38-38
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• 2015

• Proceedings of the Korean Nuclear Society Conference
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• 2005.10a
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• pp.392-393
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• 2005

• Proceedings of the Korean Nuclear Society Conference
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• 2005.10a
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• pp.787-788
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• 2005

• Proceedings of the Korean Nuclear Society Conference
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• 2004.10a
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• pp.1373-1374
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• 2004

• Proceedings of the Korean Nuclear Society Conference
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• 2004.10a
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• pp.637-638
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• 2004

• Proceedings of the Korean Nuclear Society Conference
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• 2005.05a
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• pp.1144-1145
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• 2005

• The Mathematical Education
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• v.51 no.4
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• pp.415-427
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• 2012

This study investigated the perception and utilization about computer of beginning secondary mathematics teachers by utilization frequency of computer. To increase utilization frequency of computer in school mathematics, our finding shows that beginning secondary mathematics teachers should have an interest in computer utilization and perceive computers as an important tool for mathematics learning. In addition, they are likely to use more frequently computer under the condition that computers have sufficient class materials and supplement their shortcomings that have derived less usage in math classes. Therefore, future studies have to investigate not only how to develope textbooks and run after-school classes but also how to make creative discretional activities by computer, which makes computers more useful for teacher training. In sum, the results of case studies for computer usability should be released to motivate computer utilization and increase mathematical thinking ability.