Digital Technology and Health: A Theoretical Framework

2018 ◽  
pp. 21-43
Author(s):  
David Šmahel ◽  
Hana Macháčková ◽  
Martina Šmahelová ◽  
Michal Čevelíček ◽  
Carlos A. Almenara ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Digital Technology ◽  
Theoretical Framework

scholarly journals Designing digital technology tasks for the development of functional thinking

ZDM ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 52 (7) ◽  
pp. 1259-1274 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stephan Michael Günster ◽  
Hans-Georg Weigand
Keyword(s):  
Digital Technology ◽  
Empirical Investigation ◽  
Digital Technologies ◽  
Theoretical Framework ◽  
Systematic Variation ◽  
Functional Thinking ◽  
Grade 8

Abstract In this paper we introduce a theoretical framework concerned with fostering functional thinking in Grade 8 students by utilizing digital technologies. This framework is meant to be used to guide the systematic variation of tasks for implementation in the classroom while using digital technologies. Examples of problems and tasks illustrate this process. Additionally, results of an empirical investigation with Grade 8 students, which focusses on the students’ skills with digital technologies, how they utilize these tools when engaging with the developed tasks, and how they influence their functional thinking, are presented. The research aim is to investigate in which way tasks designed according to the theoretical framework could promote functional thinking while using digital technologies in the sense of the operative principle. The results show that the developed framework—Function-Operation-Matrix—is a sound basis for initiating students’ actions in the sense of the operative principle, to foster the development of functional thinking in its three aspects, namely, assignment, co-variation and object, and that digital technologies can support this process in a meaningful way.

Blockchain Technology and Healthcare Applications

2022 ◽  
pp. 180-191
Author(s):  
Anita Venaik ◽  
Sanjeev Bansal ◽  
Rinki Kumari
Keyword(s):  
Digital Technology ◽  
Theoretical Framework ◽  
Third Parties ◽  
Healthcare Applications ◽  
Blockchain Technology ◽  
Smart Healthcare ◽  
Distributed Ledger

Blockchain technology (BCT) is an evolving digital technology that changes digital operations' dimensions by conducting distributed ledger transactions without the involvement of third parties. The chapter aims to examine the use of BCT in healthcare and develop a hierarchical theoretical framework. The framework is based on the stakeholder principle and exposes BC's effect on smart healthcare. Its decentralised existence is an ideal catalyst for the much-needed transition toward well-organised healthcare as it solves the most pressing issues.

Rethinking democratizing potential of digital technology

2020 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
pp. 140-156
Author(s):  
Luyue Ma
Keyword(s):  
Network Theory ◽  
Digital Technology ◽  
Science And Technology Studies ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Actor Network Theory ◽  
Theoretical Framework ◽  
Technological Determinism ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Theoretical Perspectives ◽  
The Social

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to examine how the shifting conceptualization of the democratizing potential of digital technology can be more comprehensively understood by bringing in science and technology studies (STS) perspectives to communication scholarship. The synthesis and discussion are aiming at providing an interdisciplinary theoretical framework for comprehensively understand the democratizing potential of digital technology, and urging researchers to be conscious of assumptions underpinning epistemological positions they take when examining the issue of democratizing potential of digital technology. Design/methodology/approach The paper is a constructive literature review that synthesizes and integrates existed literature from communication and STS on the democratizing potential of digital technology. The author attempts to bridge theoretical perspectives from communication and STS by identifying core arguments and debates around key concepts and discussing potential implications of different epistemological positions. Findings Tracing the evolving analytical perspectives of technological determinism, the social construction of technology and actor-network theory, the author argues that researchers should be aware of their underlying epistemological assumptions embedded in relationships among users, technological systems and social factors. Analyzing the contested notion of power in the democratizing potential of digital technology from two contrasting perspectives, the author argues that researchers should recognize both the front end and the back end of digital technology in their analysis. In addition, new challenges of algorithm opacity and accountability in impacting the democratizing potential of digital technology are further discussed. Originality/value This study provides an original interdisciplinary theoretical framework by reviewing and bridging scholarship from communication and STS in examining the democratizing potential of digital technology. Adopting this interdisciplinary theoretical framework helps researchers develop a more nuanced and comprehensive understanding of the democratizing potential of digital technology.

scholarly journals Employ digital editing (non-consecutive) in enriching the filming of expression

2017 ◽  
Vol 223 (1) ◽  
pp. 217-242
Author(s):  
Dr. Najeeb Asleawa Haidoo
Keyword(s):  
Digital Technology ◽  
Research Problem ◽  
Research Process ◽  
Theoretical Framework ◽  
Research Community ◽  
Methodological Framework ◽  
Lord Of The Rings ◽  
The Third ◽  
Peter Jackson

Find boils down to is marked by (employing digital editing (non-consecutive) in enriching Filma expression), and the reflection of the digital montage to the enrichment of the movie film. And distributes research on five chapters, the first chapter dealt with the methodological framework of the research, which included the research problem and is as follows: What is the function of digital editing (non-consecutive) in enriching Filma expression? . And the importance of research.The objectives of the research. The second chapter, a theoretical framework and previous studies. And distributes the theoretical framework of the three sections, the first section contains digital technology. As well as film and digital technologies. The second topic dealt with digital editing devices (non-consecutive). And the third on the role of technology in some directorial processors. In the third chapter, which has been allocated to research procedures, which included the research methodology and the research community. The film is appointed:The Lord of the Rings Part III :The Return of the King. Directed by Peter Jackson, the production in 2003. Then the fourth quarter, Neshat sample analysis.The fifth chapter Vahtoy on the results, as well as the conclusions reached by the researcher. It must Research of this type that contains the sources supports the scientific research process.

The Four-Phase Model of Digital Campaign Development

2020 ◽  
pp. 7-24
Author(s):  
Rachel K. Gibson
Keyword(s):  
Digital Technology ◽  
Power Distribution ◽  
Community Building ◽  
Theoretical Framework ◽  
Phase Model ◽  
Tabular Form ◽  
Voter Mobilization ◽  
The Core ◽  
The Past ◽  
Common Criteria

This chapter sets out the core argument of the book, which is that over the past two decades digital technology has moved from the margins to the mainstream of campaign operations, and in doing so has fundamentally changed how elections are conducted. This process of transformation is broken down into four main phases: experimentation; standardization and professionalization; community building and activist mobilization; and individual voter mobilization. The theoretical framework for the model and its basis in the work of early e-democracy is presented. The phases are then described in more detail, using a set of common criteria that focus on the power distribution within and between campaigns, the technology and tools used, and the primary goal and target for the campaign. The four phases are summarized in tabular form.

Socio-Mediated Scandals: Theorizing Political Scandals in a Digital Media Environment

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Diana Zulli
Keyword(s):  
Digital Media ◽  
Digital Technology ◽  
Digital Age ◽  
Theoretical Framework ◽  
Future Research ◽  
American Democracy ◽  
Collaborative Process ◽  
Media Environment ◽  
Political Scandals

Abstract Political scandals are a conspicuous characteristic of American democracy, and yet they have received little theoretical attention that might nuance our understanding of their nature and form. One key context yet to be extensively explored is digital technology and the enabling of vernacular discourses in the scandal narrative. Thus, this article develops a theoretical framework for studying political scandals in the digital age. I discuss this as a transformation from mediated scandals to socio-mediated scandals. Socio-mediated scandals: (a) reflect a more collaborative process, (b) are increasingly personalized, (c) are subject to amplified partisanship, and (d) are characterized by liveness, wherein scandals are quick, explosive, and then dissipate. The implications of this framework and opportunities for future research are discussed.

scholarly journals A Theoretical Framework for Industry 4.0 and Its Implementation with Selected Practical Schedules

Energies ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (4) ◽  
pp. 940
Author(s):  
Bożena Gajdzik ◽  
Sandra Grabowska ◽  
Sebastian Saniuk
Keyword(s):  
Digital Technology ◽  
Industry 4.0 ◽  
Theoretical Framework ◽  
Dynamic Changes ◽  
Industrial Environment ◽  
Basic Stage ◽  
Unexplored Area ◽  
Time Frames ◽  
A Current

In recent years, there has been dynamic changes in the industrial environment as a result of further innovations called Industry 4.0 (I.4.0), especially in the field of digital technology and manufacturing. Despite numerous examples of the implementation of Industry 4.0 in enterprises, there is no general framework for the implementation of Industry 4.0 with a detailed schedule. Researching the ways of implementing Industry 4.0 is still a current and unexplored area of research. The main aim of the paper is to present the concept of the theoretical framework for Industry 4.0 implementation based on selected schedules of the Industry 4.0 implementation. The paper was based on information from literature review and analysis of pilot enterprise projects to Industry 4.0 (case study) that were conducted in selected enterprises. The paper presents the key components of the framework of Industry 4.0 and the basic stage of implementing the concept in the enterprises, paying attention to their sequence and time frames. The proposed approach is dedicated to researchers and practitioners who implement the concept of Industry 4.0 in enterprises.

scholarly journals A Theoretical Framework for Supporting The Internationalization of SMEs

2018 ◽  
Vol 2 (4) ◽  
pp. 124-128
Author(s):  
Thesa Adi Purwanto
Keyword(s):  
Content Analysis ◽  
Digital Technology ◽  
Theoretical Framework ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
Comprehensive Overview ◽  
Organizational Approach ◽  
The Way

Research on small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) focuses on the reasons and the way in which SMEs are moving towards internationalization. The majority uses one of the three commonly used approaches, namely the economic, the network and the organizational approach. Each provides an illustration that is consistent with his or her point of view but can not afford a comprehensive overview of SMEs internationalization. This study aims to combine these three approaches by creating a structured framework theory. In this study, the method used is the qualitative approach with a higher level of content analysis. This study is conducted by collecting and studying data and information obtained from journals, and other sources of literature. The results depict that the rapidly evolving concept of digital technology now seems to be a unifying factor in the integration of these three approaches. This concept can provide explanations not only about the "why," but also about "how" SMEs internationalization.

Mind wandering as data augmentation: How mental travel supports abstraction

2020 ◽  
Vol 43 ◽  
Author(s):  
Myrthe Faber
Keyword(s):  
Machine Learning ◽  
Data Augmentation ◽  
Mental Content ◽  
Mind Wandering ◽  
Theoretical Framework ◽  
Important Addition

Abstract Gilead et al. state that abstraction supports mental travel, and that mental travel critically relies on abstraction. I propose an important addition to this theoretical framework, namely that mental travel might also support abstraction. Specifically, I argue that spontaneous mental travel (mind wandering), much like data augmentation in machine learning, provides variability in mental content and context necessary for abstraction.

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