scholarly journals Information Communication and Technology (ICT) Adoption in Asian Countries: An Empirical Evidence of Economic and Socio-Cultural Factors

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (3) ◽  
pp. 175-186
Author(s):  
Wahyu Apriyantopo ◽  
Atik Aprianingsih
Keyword(s):  
Statistical Correlation ◽  
Cultural Dimension ◽  
Information Communication ◽  
Asian Countries ◽  
National Wealth ◽  
The World Bank ◽  
Ict Adoption ◽  
World Economic ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Communication And Technology

The research dealt with factors affected the different Information Communication and Technology (ICT) adoption rate among Asian countries. The primary purpose was to examine the impact of national wealth and culture on the behavioral adoption of ICT empirically among selected countries in Asia. Data were collected from the World Bank, World Economic Forum, and Hofstede’s cultural dimension index. Statistical correlation and multiple regression were utilized to analyze the dataset, such as Gross Domestic Product (GDP) as a proxy for national wealth and Hofstede’s cultural dimension as a proxy for culture. The result shows a significant relationship between GDP per capita and uncertainty avoidance on the national ICT adoption index. This finding contributes to improving the acknowledgment of the GDP and national culture as the antecedent of ICT adoption in the global field. Practically, the research updates the previous similar ones and proposes further empirical research to extend the scope of analysis.

scholarly journals The Graduates Tracer Study: Bachelor of Elementary Education Program

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (10) ◽  
pp. 918-927
Author(s):  
Adona S. Abana ◽  
Andy B. Ramos ◽  
Bernardo K. Gumarang Jr. ◽  
Jaine Z. Tarun
Keyword(s):  
Elementary Education ◽  
Education Program ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Information Communication ◽  
General Skills ◽  
Future Demands ◽  
And Performance ◽  
The University ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Communication And Technology

The study assessed the impact of the Bachelor of Elementary Education program in the life of its graduates in terms of their employability and professional competencies based on the perceptions of graduates and their employers. The survey method was used in the study to determine the graduates' status and performance. There are 250 BEEd graduates involved in the study. Descriptive statistics such as frequency, percent, and arithmetic mean were utilized to determine and describe the profile of graduates and employers, the trend in the employment of graduates for the term being studied, the employers’ assessment of the graduates in terms of their knowledge and understanding of their field of specialization, qualities, general skills and specialized skills generally expected of them in order to succeed in their teaching performance, and the over-all preparation of graduates acquired from the University for the type of work they are currently engaging and other skills needed for their future demands. The data generated from the employers' assessment of the variables mentioned was further analyzed and categorized to generate interrelated thoughts/themes that will emerge from the data.  The results of the study showed that graduates of the program are competent because most of the graduates are licensed professionals, employed with regular or permanent status. However, it has been found that graduates need to gain innovative skills such as, research and the use of information communication and technology. The findings can be used as the basis of the program in improving the curriculum and instruction.

scholarly journals Smart Human Security: Economic Safety for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to Face the Impact of the Covid-19 Global Pandemic

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 181
Author(s):  
Elyta Elyta ◽  
Warjio Warjio ◽  
Ahmad AzrinBin Adnan
Keyword(s):  
Primary Education ◽  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Human Security ◽  
Information Communication ◽  
Soft Skill ◽  
The Face ◽  
Medium Enterprises ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Communication And Technology ◽  
And Training

This article aims to develop the concept of human security through economic safeguards for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in the face of the Covid-19 pandemic. The analysis was carried out using a qualitative approach. This article has found an effort to secure the economy for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in the face of the Covid-19 pandemic by integrating the hard skills and soft skills approaches. The hard skill approach is an effort made through technical matters, namely primary education in online-based entrepreneurship and training in business management based on Information, Communication, and Technology. Primary education on entrepreneurship and training in the form of technical supervision and management of ICT-based businesses in dealing with the Covid-19 pandemic. The soft skill approach is the provision of understanding and communication skills, especially the ability to conduct diplomacy so that people can have good diplomacy skills and through empathy-buying so that people through empathy can trust again to increase their purchasing power, especially to products from MSMEs. By the author, this method is called smart human security.Artikel ini bertujuan untuk mengembangkan konsep human Secuity melalui pengaman ekonomi terhadap Usaha Mikro Kecil dan Menengah (UMKM) dalam menghadapi pandemi Covid-19. Analisis dilakukan dengan pendekatan kualitatif. Artikel ini telah menemukan upaya pengamanan ekonomi bagi Usaha Mikro Kecil dan Menengah (UMKM)  dalam menghadapi pandemi Covid-19 dengan mengintegrasikan antara pendekatan hard skill dan soft skill. Pendekatan hard skill merupakan upaya yang dilakukan melalui hal-hal teknis yaitu pendidikan dasar dalam berwirausaha berbasis online dan pelatihan pengelolaan usaha berbasis Information, Communication, and Technology. Pendidikan dasar mengenai kewirausahaan dan pelatihan-pelatihan berupa teknis manajemen dan pengelolaan usaha berbasis ICT dalam menghadapi pandemi Covid-19. Pendekatan soft skill merupakan pemberian pemahaman dan kemampuan komunikasi khususnya kemampuan dalam melakukan diplomasi agar masyarakat dapat memiliki keahlian berdiplomasi dengan baik serta melalui empathy-buying agar masyarakat melalui empatinya dapat kembali percaya untuk meningkatkan kembali daya belinya terutama kepada produk dari UMKM. Oleh penulis, cara tersebut disebut sebagai smart human security.

scholarly journals Globalization and Nation State

2014 ◽  
Vol 2 (8) ◽  
pp. 81-88
Author(s):  
N Sivakumar ◽  
S Baskaran
Keyword(s):  
Communication Technology ◽  
Essential Element ◽  
Large Degree ◽  
State Sovereignty ◽  
Cultural Dimension ◽  
Nation State ◽  
Information Communication ◽  
Financial Flows ◽  
New Era ◽  
The Impact

The article explains the impact of globalization on state sovereignty. The globalization is the dominant force which has shaped a new era of interaction and interdependence among nations. It has many dimensions such as economic, political, military, social and cultural dimension. It creates both opportunities and costs to the nation state. Sovereignty is the most essential element of the state. Globalization contributes to the change and reduction of the scope of state sovereignty. The scope of the inner sovereignty has legally narrowed to a large degree due to the international agreements including global financial flows, activities of International Organization and Multinational Corporation, Information communication technology and issues concerning human rights and in connection with already formed models and traditions of states' behavior. At the same time increasingly more states quite often give away some of their sovereign powers voluntarily for certain reason.

scholarly journals The Impact of Information Communication Technology (ICT) on Procurement Processes: Case of Zimbabwean Urban Councils (2009 to 2018)

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 25-34
Author(s):  
Shakespear Mabhodha ◽  
Farai Choga
Keyword(s):  
Technology Acceptance ◽  
Communication Technology ◽  
Relevant Literature ◽  
Information Communication Technology ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Information Communication ◽  
Ict Adoption ◽  
The Impact

The research aimed at determining the impact of ICT applications on procurement processes. The population of study was composed of 110 respondents from Chegutu, Kadoma, Kwekwe, Chinhoyi and Gweru urban councils with a representative sample of eighty-six participants all drawn from the procurement, finance and works departments of the five councils. Quota sampling was used in this research with strata based on the level of employment in the three different divisions. The research utilized a proportion of 78% from each stratum to select eight-six respondents. Both primary and secondary data was used. Primary data was collected through questionnaire which was designed to satisfy research objectives. Secondary data came from relevant literature review, journals, business magazines, conference papers, and internet. Questionnaire responses were tabulated, coded by use of Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 16 to analyze quantitative data. Qualitative analysis was used to obtain in depth knowledge of the level of ICT utilization and why users were operating at different levels. Findings of the study indicated that although ICT infrastructure with procurement application is in existence and available, utilization of Information Communication Technology is at basic level. Acceptance and adoption of ICT in procurement was driven by both organization and personal objectives. The view that technology adoption is based on the Technology Acceptance Model was applied in this study by testing the perceptions of ease of use and usefulness of ICT. The study revealed that ICT adoption in procurement improves the process and benefits other operations of the business. ICT training and skills development, coupled to organizations’ leadership commitment and availability of financial resources were cited as critical success factors in the acceptance and improved utilization of ICT in procurement. The researchers recommended further studies on the topic of ICT adoption in business operations by public entities.

scholarly journals Innovative Leadership by School Principals: Embedding Information Communication and Technology in Kuwaiti Schools

2012 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
pp. 425-434
Author(s):  
Mohammed Al Sharija ◽  
James J Watters
Keyword(s):  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
School Principals ◽  
Major Change ◽  
Change Leadership ◽  
Teaching Staff ◽  
Information Communication ◽  
Human Needs ◽  
Theoretical Perspectives ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Communication And Technology

Kuwait is an oil rich country planning for a future that is not dependent on exploiting natural resources. A major policy initiative has been the introduction of Information Communication and Technology (ICT) to schools. However, contextual issues and teacher capabilities in the use of ICT have limited the success of this initiative. The study examines the leadership strategies of two secondary school principals whose schools have achieved this goal. The case study draws on intensive data collected through interviews of the principals, and teachers supported by document analysis and observations. Analysis was guided by theoretical perspectives drawn from the literature which identified a range of strategies used by the principals to manage change. The principals of Schools A and B employed three key strategies to maximise the impact on the teaching staff incorporating ICT into their teaching and learning practices. These strategies were: (a) encouragement for teaching staff to implement ICT in their teaching; (b) support to meet the material and human needs of teaching staff using ICT; and (c) provision of instructions and guidance for teaching staff in how and why such behaviours and practices should be performed. The outcome of this study proposes an innovative change leadership model that informs emerging countries, which are also undergoing major change related to ICT. However, the study also revealed limitations in the implementation of ICT in the classroom and provides insights into further strategies that principals need to adopt.

scholarly journals Analysis of the effect of coronavirus (covid-19) on the development of the world economic system

2020 ◽  
Vol 3 (11) ◽  
pp. 143-156
Author(s):  
N.M. Makhmudov ◽  
Alimova Guzal Alisherovna ◽  
A.A. Kazakov
Keyword(s):  
Economic System ◽  
Stock Markets ◽  
The World Bank ◽  
The Us ◽  
The World ◽  
World Economic ◽  
Global Stock Markets ◽  
National Economies ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Global Stock

The article provides a comprehensive analysis of the impact of the coronavirus COVID-19 on the global economic system. In particular, the authors analyze the onset of a pandemic and the characteristics of the new coronavirus. The conclusions about the unpreparedness of the world community for global threats caused by the outbreak of the disease are supported by the World Bank's arguments about the unpreparedness of countries for catastrophic epidemics. The authors combined the main threats identified by the World Bank into a single system. COVID-19 has had a significant impact on global stock markets. With the increase in the number of people infected with coronavirus, the tension among investors also grew. By the end of February this year, a crash occurred in the US stock markets, the authors attribute it to an underestimation of the spread of the virus, and as a result, this led to the breakdown of many trading chains and the lack of certainty and stability. The article also analyzes the impact of coronavirus on the economy of key countries of the world. It also examined the economic mechanisms used by these countries to mitigate the effects of COVID-19 and support the economy. In conclusion, key conclusions were drawn about the impact and consequences of COVID-19 on national economies and the global system.

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