scholarly journals Impact of Information and Communication Technology Diffusion on HIV and Tuberculosis Health Outcomes among African Health Systems

Informatics ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 11
Author(s):  
Sunny Ibeneme ◽  
Frances Lee Revere ◽  
Lu-Yu Hwang ◽  
Suja Rajan ◽  
Joseph Okeibunor ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Antiretroviral Therapy ◽  
Health Outcomes ◽  
Information And Communication Technology ◽  
Communication Technology ◽  
Hiv Prevalence ◽  
International Telecommunication Union ◽  
Mobile Phone Use ◽  
Dynamic Panel Model ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
The Impact

Debate regarding the impact of information and communication technology (ICT) on health outcomes has prompted researchers to conduct analyses across many parts of the globe, yet, still little is known about the ICT impact in the African continent. Using a robust multivariate approach, this study examined system-wide impact of ICT diffusion on multiple health outcomes for HIV and tuberculosis among sovereign countries of Africa. This study utilized longitudinal panel data from the World Bank and International Telecommunication Union databases between 2000 and 2016. We relied on a robust linear dynamic panel model to incorporate lagged time variables to estimate the relationships between ICT infrastructure (mobile phone use, internet access, and fixed-telephone subscriptions) and HIV and tuberculosis outcomes. Econometric analyses found that the coefficients of the aggregate ICT variables were all negative (except for fixed telephones) for tuberculosis health measures and HIV prevalence, and positive for access to antiretroviral therapy. The diffusion of mobile phones and internet was associated with decreased incidence of tuberculosis, HIV prevalence, and tuberculosis mortality rates. However, increased diffusion of these three ICT tools was associated with increased access to antiretroviral therapy. Thus, African governments should identify investment strategies for adopting and implementing ICT to improve population health outcomes.

scholarly journals Exploring the Impact of Information and Communication Technology in Regions of Kazakhstan

2021 ◽  
Vol 17 (2) ◽  
pp. 375-388
Author(s):  
Anel A. Kireyeva ◽  
Akan S. Nurbatsin ◽  
Dinara S. Mussabalina
Keyword(s):  
Economic Growth ◽  
Information And Communication Technology ◽  
Communication Technology ◽  
Internet Access ◽  
Strategy Development ◽  
International Telecommunication Union ◽  
International Telecommunication ◽  
Negative Effect ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
The Impact

The research aims to assess the impact of information and communication technology (ICT) on economic growth in different regions of Kazakhstan. A few basic complex methods, such as systematisation of statistical data and regression analysis, conducted using the STATA software package, were used to analyse the relationship of indicators in different periods. Based on data for the period 2007–2018 obtained from the World Bank, the International Telecommunication Union and statistical yearbook of Kazakhstan, we assess how ICT, expressed by such indicators as Internet access in organisations, the number of computers and fixed telephones, influences economic growth. Our analysis revealed differences in the speed of implementation and development of ICT depending on the region, meaning that the least developed territories still lag in the number of Internet users. We have concluded that since 2014, the country’s currency has weakened due to the decrease in the cost of oil and consequent economic decline; mobile devices are increasingly used, reducing the demand for fixed telephones; computers in organisations are affecting economic growth in more developed regions since 2014, although the negative effect of Internet access is growing, as the model shows. The obtained results can used for strategy development to compare economic growth in regions with low, medium, and high development rates.

Information and Communication Technology and Cultural Change

2012 ◽  
Vol 43 (4) ◽  
pp. 222-231 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nina Hansen ◽  
Tom Postmes ◽  
Nikita van der Vinne ◽  
Wendy van Thiel
Keyword(s):  
Cultural Values ◽  
Information And Communication Technology ◽  
Communication Technology ◽  
Cultural Change ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Self Construal ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Ict For Development ◽  
Practical Implications

This paper studies whether and how information and communication technology (ICT) changes self-construal and cultural values in a developing country. Ethiopian children were given laptops in the context of an ICT for development scheme. We compared children who used laptops (n = 69) with a control group without laptops (n = 76) and a second control group of children whose laptop had broken down (n = 24). Results confirmed that after 1 year of laptop usage, the children’s self-concept had become more independent and children endorsed individualist values more strongly. Interestingly, the impact of laptop usage on cultural values was mediated by self-construal (moderated mediation). Importantly, modernization did not “crowd out” traditional culture: ICT usage was not associated with a reduction in traditional expressions (interdependent self-construal, collectivist values). Theoretical and practical implications are discussed.

THE IMPACT OF ICT IN MARKETING LIBRARY SERVICES IN ACADEMIC LIBRARY

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 150-156
Author(s):  
Salamatu Baba ◽  
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Dikuma Ibrahim ◽  
Sanda Grema ◽  
◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Information And Communication Technology ◽  
Communication Technology ◽  
Academic Library ◽  
Library Services ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Role Of Information ◽  
Descriptive Method ◽  
Made In

In order to promote utilizing the available resource made in any library information has to be taken to the door step of a clientele a such information and communication technology will serve as a catalyst in doing that. This paper has explored the role of information and communication technology ICT in academia and as well as the strategies used in propagating the available services in an academic library this is because tailor made information it is highly required so as to avoid wasting the precious time of academicians and this can be only achieving with the help of information and communication technology software, therefore, descriptive method was adopted in the methodology of this study.

scholarly journals The impact of double mediation on market performance using information communication technology and market orientation

2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 95
Author(s):  
Moch. Rizki Indra Pratama
Keyword(s):  
Market Orientation ◽  
Information And Communication Technology ◽  
Communication Technology ◽  
Information Quality ◽  
Market Performance ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Information Communication ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
Used Car ◽  
The Impact

<p>Market performance is important to the company's development. This study examines the determinant factors of market performance through information and communication technology (ICT). The probability and simple random sampling methods were used to determine the sample. Furthermore, the research instrument was the questionnaire distributed personally to the respondents. The results show that the market performance of used car showroom MSMEs in the Malang was determined both directly and indirectly by information quality, eReadiness, use of ICTs, and market orientation, which is more dominant. The use of ICTs and market orientation fully and partially mediates the information quality and eReadiness on market performance, respectively.</p>

scholarly journals The impact of globalization on Workers: an Analysis of Nigerian Public Service

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (3.30) ◽  
pp. 480
Author(s):  
Aminu Mohammed Lawan ◽  
Razlini Mohd Ramli
Keyword(s):  
Information And Communication Technology ◽  
Communication Technology ◽  
Public Service ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
The Public ◽  
Public Corporations ◽  
Public Servant ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
The Right ◽  
The Impact

Globalization is the increasing interaction of peoples, states or countries through the growth of the global trade, international flow of capital, ideas and culture. The paper discusses how privatization of public corporations and invention of information and communication technology (ICT) lead to the retrenchment and casualization of public servant. The aim of this study is to examines the impact of globalization on the public servant in Nigeria. The methodology involves the use of secondary data, through a systematic literature review which entails the document analysis of related matters. The findings reveal that globalization infringes on the right of a public servant by making them vulnerable without job security. The paper concludes that government must stop unfair labor practice such as retrenchment and casualization of workers, and improve good working conditions to make public servant more productive. 

scholarly journals The Impact of Digital Innovation on Education in Romanian Education

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Emilia Ţiţan ◽  
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Daniela-Ioana Manea ◽  
Mihaela Mihai ◽  
Cristina Cărămidaru ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Information And Communication Technology ◽  
Communication Technology ◽  
Personal Development ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Modern Technology ◽  
Educational Process ◽  
Digital Innovation ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
Digital Knowledge ◽  
The Impact

Due to the accelerated pace of information and communication technology developments, the digital society and the digital economy have become real and, in turn, pose specific challenges. In this environment, digital skills and competences are essential to achieve the professional success and personal development of any individual. The positive impact that information and communication technology has on education cannot be disputed, but there are also some obstacles that need to be overcome in order to make the most of these benefits. An essential aspect to consider is that technology has repercussions not only on pupils and students, but also on teachers, who must adapt and acquire the knowledge necessary to disseminate information. Having as the main objective of reflecting the impact of digitalization on the educational sector, the paper highlights the basic concepts in the field of digital technology and, at the same time, the current implications on educational processes. At the same time, through logistic regression, the way in which the means of digital innovation influence the education in Romania is analysed and to determine the factors with the highest degree of influence. Modern technology can be considered as synonymous with the future and that is why it is essential that all young students acquire the digital knowledge necessary to revolutionize the educational process and at the same time redefine the recruitment of the labour market.

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