Information and Communication Technology for Small-Scale Farmers: Challenges and Opportunities

2020 ◽  
pp. 159-179
Author(s):  
Shahriar Shams ◽  
S. H. Shah Newaz ◽  
Rama Rao Karri
Keyword(s):  
Information And Communication Technology ◽  
Communication Technology ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Challenges And Opportunities ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
Small Scale Farmers

scholarly journals Making sense of ‘pure’ phenomenography in information and communication technology in education

2006 ◽  
Vol 14 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Graham Alsop ◽  
Chris Tompsett
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Analysis ◽  
Information And Communication Technology ◽  
Communication Technology ◽  
Good Practice ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Technology In Education ◽  
Methodological Issues ◽  
Scale Evaluation ◽  
Making Sense ◽  
Information And Communication

Research in information and communication technology in education places an increasing emphasis on the use of qualitative analysis (QA). A considerable number of approaches to QA can be adopted, but it is not always clear that researchers recognize either the differences between these approaches or the principles that underlie them. Phenomenography is often identified by researchers as the approach they have used, but little evidence is presented to allow anyone else to assess the objectivity of the results produced. This paper attempts to redress the balance. A small-scale evaluation was designed and conducted according to ‘pure’ phenomenographic principles and guidelines. This study was then critiqued within the wider context of QA in general. The conclusion is that pure phenomenography has some procedural weaknesses, as well as some methodological limitations regarding the scope of the outcomes. The procedural weaknesses can be resolved by taking account of good practice in QA. The methodological issues are more serious and reduce the value of this approach for research in collaborative learning environments.DOI: 10.1080/09687760600837058

Progress and Prospects for Estonian Libraries

2011 ◽  
pp. 221-237 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sirje Virkus
Keyword(s):  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Information And Communication Technology ◽  
Communication Technology ◽  
Rapid Development ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Library Services ◽  
The Past ◽  
Challenges And Opportunities ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
New Challenges

The rapid development of information and communication technology (ICT) over the past decades has created new challenges and opportunities for libraries and librarians. As a result of ICT, library services to users have changed, the management of libraries has evolved and the roles of librarians have multiplied. The new millennium presents new opportunities to exploit an ever-growing array of information and communication technologies in the provision of library services. As one millennium draws to a close and a new one begins, there are a lot of questions to answer:

scholarly journals Aspek-Aspek Pengelolaan dan Kepemimpinan Inovatif untuk Implementasi Teknologi Informasi dan Komunikasi di Perguruan Tinggi

2012 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 795
Author(s):  
Harjanto Prabowo
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Information And Communication Technology ◽  
Communication Technology ◽  
Innovative Leadership ◽  
Challenges And Opportunities ◽  
Information And Communication

The development of information and communication technology (ICT) quickly brings both challenges and opportunities for universities to the implementation, for administration and supporting activities as well; and is also used for activities in universities’ tridharma. This paper describes the management aspects of ICT in higher education and the importance of innovative leadership in succeeding the implementation of ICT in highereducation.

scholarly journals Emergency Remote Teaching in Higher Education During Covid-19: Challenges and Opportunities

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (5) ◽  
pp. 1
Author(s):  
Nokukhanya N Jili ◽  
Chuks I Ede ◽  
Mfundo Mandla Masuku
Keyword(s):  
Information And Communication Technology ◽  
Communication Technology ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Academic Staff ◽  
Relevant Literature ◽  
Easy Access ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Institutions Of Higher Learning ◽  
Challenges And Opportunities ◽  
Information And Communication

The third quarter of 2020 marks the closure of on-campus face-to-face pedagogies in South Africa’s institutions of higher learning due to Coronavirus disease (COVID-19). The need to maintain social distancing necessitated the transition to emergency remote teaching. A few institutions of higher learnings could move their classes effectively to online and distance education platforms because of their pre-existing experience and some grapple with managing the ‘new normal’. This article reflects on the challenges and opportunities of an emergency remote teaching in institutions of higher learnings during the COVID-19 pandemic. The article adopted a qualitative approach through relevant literature and policy reviews to critically analyse emergency remote teaching during the era of COVID-19. The findings indicate that some staff and students experience challenges related to the lack of resources and exposure to remotely use information and communication technology. The article acclaims that institutions of higher learnings should acquire suitable information and communication technology equipment and develop the requisite facilities, implement rules and regulations for their availability, and adequate maintenance. This recommends promoting technologically compliant ethics within the institution, provide easy access to teaching and learning by both students and academic staff at an affordable and fixed (secure) cost in safe, conducive, and unrestricted environments for students.

scholarly journals Choice of Information and Communication Technology Tools in Tomato Marketing Among Smallholder Farmers in Kirinyaga County, Kenya

2021 ◽  
Vol 25 (3) ◽  
pp. 81-92
Author(s):  
Kevin Orangi Mauti ◽  
Samuel Njiri Ndirangu ◽  
Samuel Chege Mwangi
Keyword(s):  
Information And Communication Technology ◽  
Communication Technology ◽  
Smallholder Farmers ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Farm Size ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Tomato Production ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
Ict Tools

This study examined the factors influencing the choice of information and communication technology (ICT) tools used in tomato marketing by smallholder farmers in Kirinyaga County, Kenya. Households were selected through a combination of purposive, two-stage stratified and probability proportionate to size sampling techniques. The study employed Semi-structured interview schedules to collect data from the sampled small-scale tomato farmers. Factors affecting the choice of ICT tools in tomato marketing were identified using multivariate model. The study revealed that age, income, level of education, farmers’ experience, and farm size, tomato production, willingness to pay for ICT tools, tomato prices and knowledge on ICT are predictors of choice of ICT use. ICT should be given in such a way that all farmers can get information as per their need. Policy makers and agricultural extension agents should create awareness on the use and importance of ICT tools for farmers to accept and use available ICT tools.

Reflections on Distance Higher Education in Africa

2018 ◽  
pp. 2120-2139
Author(s):  
Luka Mathayo Mkonongwa ◽  
Sotco Claudius Komba
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Distance Education ◽  
Information And Communication Technology ◽  
Communication Technology ◽  
Challenges And Opportunities ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
Education In Africa

This chapter examines literature about distance higher education in Africa, as presented by different scholars. The evolution of distance education has been well explored from the print to the current era of information and communication technology. Challenges and opportunities in the provision of distance higher education have been discussed and better practices for providing quality distance education have been suggested. It is concluded that the provision of distance education must be carefully planned and the technologies employed in its delivery must be reflective of the context in which they are used.

scholarly journals An Analysis of Iranian Electronic Cities Case Study: Uremia City (Challenges and Opportunities)

2015 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 123
Author(s):  
Jabbar Alizadeh Asl ◽  
Asghar Zarrabi ◽  
Masoud Taghvaei ◽  
Jamal Mohamadi
Keyword(s):  
Information And Communication Technology ◽  
Communication Technology ◽  
Digital Literacy ◽  
Statistical Population ◽  
Challenges And Opportunities ◽  
New Strategy ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
New Ideas ◽  
Ict Development

<p class="emsd">Electronic cities result from the implication of information and communication technology (ICT) in the contemporary era. Significant ICT development and internet network expansion as well as the need of urban management to new ideas in managing cities lead us toward a new strategy called "electronic cities". The current study aims at investigating the strategic planning of Iranian electronic cities, case study of the metropolitan uremia, Iran. Research method is documentary and survey. Research<strong> </strong>Statistical population consists of all experts located in Uremia, selected through Morgan Table. To collect data, Likert spectrum is employed. Findings indicate that the most important challenges in the way of establishing an electronic city include the lack of strategic document for urban development, high number of decision-making centers and administrative extra parallel works among them, the inclination of the urban managers toward traditional methods, low-speed, high-cost internet connection, the lack of infrastructures for ICT, the lack of digital literacy among citizens and so on. According to the findings, some strategies have been recommended, which they need the serious care of urban managers and planners in the metropolitan Uremia. </p>

scholarly journals Understanding the Supply Side

2011 ◽  
pp. 245-262 ◽  
Author(s):  
Koray Velibeyoglu ◽  
Tan Yigitcanlar
Keyword(s):  
Information Systems ◽  
Information And Communication Technology ◽  
Communication Technology ◽  
Technology Implementation ◽  
Local Governments ◽  
Supply Side ◽  
Marmara Region ◽  
Government Organizations ◽  
Challenges And Opportunities ◽  
Information And Communication

Marmara region’s local governments in Turkey are setting the benchmark for the country in the implementation of spatial information systems and e-governance. The chapter aims to shed light on organizational realities of recent practices of information systems and technologies based on the evidences from selected local government organizations in the Marmara region. This chapter scrutinizes these practices and discusses the pivotal relationship between the information and communication technologies and its local organizational context within the region. The chapter also exemplifies challenges and opportunities of the Marmara as an emerging information and communication technology-supported region by illustrating the specific information and communication technology supply instruments. The chapter reveals that the particular success in supply side does not guarantee the sustainable information and communication technology implementation. There are other concerns including demand side that are strongly linked to a realistic understanding of end user demand, the institutional capacity of respected organizations, public-private partnership, and the joined-up policy efforts at both national and local levels.

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