Models of Sustainable Software: A Scoping Review

Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) play a double role in the strife for sustainable development goals, as both an enabler of green solutions and a cause of excessive consumption. While the primary focus of sustainability-related research is on the hardware aspect of ICT, its software aspect also deserves attention. In order for the notion of green and sustainable software to become widespread among practitioners, models are needed, both to be used as a reference on how to develop sustainable software, and to check whether given software or its development process is sustainable. In this paper, we present the results of a scoping review of literature on sustainable software models, based on 41 works extracted from an initial set of 178 query results from four bibliographic data providers. The relevant literature is mapped using five categories (model scope, purpose, covered sustainability aspects, verification or validation, and the economic category of the country of research), allowing us to identify recent trends and research gaps, which can be addressed in future work.

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Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) Enabling Integrated Primary Care for Complex Patients: A Protocol for a Scoping Review

10.21203/rs.3.rs-513310/v1 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Farah Tahsin ◽

Alana Armas ◽

Apery Kirakalaprathapan ◽

Heather Cunningham ◽

Mudathira Kadu ◽

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Keyword(s):

Primary Care ◽

Information And Communication Technologies ◽

Scoping Review ◽

Communication Technologies ◽

Integrated Primary Care ◽

Multiple Chronic Conditions ◽

Care Model ◽

Primary Care Model ◽

Complex Patients ◽

Information And Communication

Abstract IntroductionAn increasing number of individuals are living with multiple chronic conditions, often combined with psychosocial complexities. For these patients with complex conditions, an integrated primary care model that provides care coordination and a team-based approach can help manage their multiple needs. Information and communication technologies (ICTs) are recognized as a critical enabler of integrated primary care. A better understanding of the use of ICTs in an integrated care setting and how ICTs are being leveraged would be beneficial to identify knowledge gaps and could lead to successful implementation for ICT-based interventions.ObjectiveThis study will systematically scope the literature on the topic of ICT-enabled integrated healthcare delivery models for patients with complex care needs to identify which technologies have been used in integrated primary care settings. MethodThis study protocol outlines a scoping review of the peer-reviewed literature, using Arksey and O’Malley’s (enhanced by Levac et al.) scoping review methodology. Peer-reviewed- literature will be identified using a multi-database search strategy. The results of the search will be screened, abstracted, and charted in duplicate by 6 research team members. DiscussionThe key findings of the study will be thematically mapped to describe the implemented ICTs aimed for complex patients within the integrated primary care model and interactions of the elements (ICT, health model, and targeted patients). This review will be the first step to formally identify how ICT is used to support integrated primary health care models. The results will be disseminated through peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, and special interest groups.

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Digital sustainability: how information and communication technologies (ICTs) support sustainable development goals (SDGs) assessment in municipalities

Digital Policy Regulation and Governance ◽

10.1108/dprg-11-2020-0159 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽

Author(s):

Daielly Melina Nassif Mantovani Ribeiro ◽

Flavio Hourneaux Junior ◽

Cristiana Lara Lara Cunha ◽

Patricia Taeko Taeko Kaetsu ◽

Patricia Fernanda Dionizio-Leite ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Sustainable Development ◽

Information And Communication Technologies ◽

Public Management ◽

Sustainable Development Goals ◽

Grey Literature ◽

Communication Technologies ◽

Sustainable City ◽

Content Type ◽

Information And Communication ◽

Development Goals

Purpose This paper aims to discuss the role of information and communication technologies (ICTs) in the effective assessment of the sustainable development goals (SDGs) related to smart and sustainable city initiatives. Design/methodology/approach The study is based on a systematic review of the literature within the Web of Science and Scopus databases, comprising the studies about ICTs related to smart and sustainable city initiatives and sustainable assessment. Findings The main results point out that there are several different ways of assessing SDGs performance related to ICTs use in smart and sustainable city initiatives. However, the effectiveness of these assessments can be questioned. The intensive use of technology understood as the core of smart and sustainable cities does not imply an improvement in sustainability unless these technologies are strategically addressed to underpin those objectives. Moreover, not all SDGs have considered the use of ICTs in their targets. Research limitations/implications The scope of the study is limited to “how” the information is used and managed, rather than analysing the sustainable performance itself. As a limitation, the findings and conclusions do not consider other sources of studies, such as grey literature. Practical implications This study suggests some requirements for providing better and more reliable sustainable assessment, making smart and sustainable city initiatives more correlated with the SDGs. Social implications By acknowledging the difficulties associated with SDGs assessment, concerning the municipal level, the study offers valuable insights into the effectiveness of public policies and public management. Besides, the findings shed some light on if and how the use of ICTs can effectively enhance sustainable development issues. Originality/value This study offers valuable contributions to the literature by providing a collection of insights regarding how the ICTs may genuinely lead to a sound assessment of sustainable development, especially regarding the SDGs.

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Information Literacy and Lifelong Learning

Promoting Active Learning through the Integration of Mobile and Ubiquitous Technologies - Advances in Mobile and Distance Learning ◽

10.4018/978-1-4666-6343-5.ch014 ◽

2015 ◽

pp. 223-234

Author(s):

Tella Adeyinka

Keyword(s):

Literature Review ◽

Lifelong Learning ◽

Information And Communication Technologies ◽

Information Literacy ◽

Communication Technologies ◽

Learning Processes ◽

Information Environment ◽

Information And Communication ◽

Development Goals ◽

The Relationship

Information literacy is regarded as the basis for learning in our contemporary environment of rapid and sophisticated technological change. As information and communication technologies develop rapidly, and the information environment becomes increasingly complex, educators are recognizing the needs for learners to engage with the information environment as part of their formal learning processes. The achievement of lifelong learning and making citizens become information literate is the target of many nations as far as millennium development goals and vision 2015 are concerned. This chapter presents a literature review on information literacy and lifelong learning pointing out the relationship between the two and their benefits, and finally, the chapter makes recommendations to improve both programs.

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Information Literacy and Lifelong Learning

Professional Development and Workplace Learning ◽

10.4018/978-1-4666-8632-8.ch002 ◽

2016 ◽

pp. 11-22

Author(s):

Tella Adeyinka

Keyword(s):

Literature Review ◽

Lifelong Learning ◽

Information And Communication Technologies ◽

Information Literacy ◽

Communication Technologies ◽

Learning Processes ◽

Information Environment ◽

Information And Communication ◽

Development Goals ◽

The Relationship

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Rife Information Pollution (Infollution) and Virtual Organizations in Industry 4.0

Big Data and Knowledge Sharing in Virtual Organizations - Advances in Knowledge Acquisition, Transfer, and Management ◽

10.4018/978-1-5225-7519-1.ch005 ◽

2019 ◽

pp. 117-135 ◽

Cited By ~ 8

Author(s):

Qaisar Iqbal ◽

Rashid Nawaz

Keyword(s):

Information And Communication Technologies ◽

Industry 4.0 ◽

Relevant Literature ◽

Communication Technologies ◽

Quality Information ◽

Academic Researchers ◽

Computer Scientists ◽

Information And Communication ◽

Information Professionals ◽

Academic Professionals

Information pollution, which usually refers to the overabundance of irrelevant, unsolicited, unwanted messages, is a major cause of concern for practitioners and academic researchers. Advances in the information and communication technologies has proliferated the production of information. Consequently, people are suffering from information pollution. Information pollution has made it difficult for employees and individuals to find the quality information quickly and conveniently from diverse information sources including print and electronic sources. This chapter sheds light on the relevant literature of information pollution and analyzes its causes in the Industry 4.0 era and puts forward suggestions for tackling this problem. This chapter emphasizes the significance of concrete efforts from computer scientists, academic professionals, and information professionals to devise strategies and techniques for refuting the effects of information pollution.

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Ambient Assisted Living and Care in The Netherlands

Pervasive and Ubiquitous Technology Innovations for Ambient Intelligence Environments ◽

10.4018/978-1-4666-2041-4.ch020 ◽

2014 ◽

pp. 205-221 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

J. van Hoof ◽

E. J. M. Wouters ◽

H. R. Marston ◽

B. Vanrumste ◽

R. A. Overdiep

Keyword(s):

Health Care ◽

The Netherlands ◽

Information And Communication Technologies ◽

Assisted Living ◽

Ambient Assisted Living ◽

Communication Technologies ◽

Use Of Technology ◽

Care Workers ◽

Information And Communication ◽

Primary Focus

Technology can assist older adults to remain living in the community. Within the realm of information and communication technologies, smart homes are drifting toward the concept of ambient assisted living (AAL). AAL-systems are more responsive to user needs and patterns of living, fostering physical activity for a healthier lifestyle, and capturing behaviours for prevention and future assistance. This study provides an overview of the design-requirements and expectations towards AAL-technologies that are formulated by the end-users, their relatives and health care workers, with a primary focus on health care in The Netherlands. The results concern the motivation for use of technology, requirements to the design, implementation, privacy and ethics. More research is required in terms of the actual needs of older users without dementia and their carers, and on AAL in general as some of the work included concerns less sophisticated smart home technology.

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ICTs as Tools for Poverty Reduction

E-Agriculture and E-Government for Global Policy Development ◽

10.4018/978-1-60566-820-8.ch013 ◽

2011 ◽

pp. 208-220

Author(s):

Zaipuna O. Yonah ◽

Baanda A. Salim

Keyword(s):

Information And Communication Technologies ◽

Computer Literacy ◽

Poverty Reduction ◽

Communication Technologies ◽

Economic Life ◽

The Poor ◽

Information And Communication ◽

Development Goals ◽

Ict Policy

This chapter attempts to enhance the understanding and knowledge of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) in relation to the Tanzania National ICT Policy as a case study. The authors extensively explore these pervading technologies as they impact on the education, commerce, social, cultural, and economic life of the poor Tanzanian people. The chapter looks at how Tanzania is coping with the issue of poverty eradication as one of the eight UN Millennium Development Goals (MDGs). It addresses the issue of digital divide and the role that ICTs can play in poverty reduction. Tanzania’s efforts in embracing ICTs and the challenges facing the country in its efforts are also addressed. Overall, the chapter demonstrates that ICTs are a set of tools for knowledge sharing, which is a powerful means for poverty reduction. Furthermore, it is advisable to focus on information literacy rather than just focusing on computer literacy.

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ICTs and Indigenous Languages as Agents for the Actualization of Millennium Development Goals in Nigeria

International Journal of Information and Communication Technology Education ◽

10.4018/jicte.2013040107 ◽

2013 ◽

Vol 9 (2) ◽

pp. 79-87 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

Festus Prosper Olise

Keyword(s):

Cultural Heritage ◽

Information And Communication Technologies ◽

Millennium Development Goals ◽

Communication Technologies ◽

Indigenous Languages ◽

Rural And Urban ◽

Information And Communication ◽

Development Goals ◽

Effective Use ◽

Bad Leadership

This paper advocates for the use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) and indigenous languages for the actualization of Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) in Nigeria because both tools are capable of transforming the rural and urban populace. It explores the MDGs so as to unravel the ways ICTs and indigenous languages can facilitate the speedy actualization of MDGs in Nigeria, a country with peculiar cultural heritage and with over 750 indigenous languages. It also analyzes some of the contending constraints confronting Nigeria from actualizing MDGs such as corruption, extreme poverty, lack of attention to indigenous languages, high cost of ICTs which are products of bad leadership. The effective use of Nigeria’s different indigenous languages and ICTs, it maintains, remains the most effective way towards educating Nigerians and achieving the MDGs in Nigeria come 2015.

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The UK Geography of the e-Society: A National Classification

Environment and Planning A Economy and Space ◽

10.1068/a3912 ◽

2008 ◽

Vol 40 (2) ◽

pp. 362-382 ◽

Cited By ~ 21

Author(s):

Paul A Longley ◽

Richard Webber ◽

Chao Li

Keyword(s):

Digital Media ◽

Information And Communication Technologies ◽

Citizen Participation ◽

Communication Technologies ◽

Public And Private ◽

General Terms ◽

New Information ◽

Information And Communication ◽

Primary Focus ◽

The Uk

It is simplistic to think of the impacts of new information and communication technologies (NICTs) in terms of a single ‘digital divide’, or even a small number of them. As developments in what has been termed the ‘e-society’ reach wider and more generalised audiences, so it becomes appropriate to think of digital media as having wider-ranging but differentiated impacts upon consumer transactions, information gathering, and citizen participation. This paper describes the development of a detailed, nationwide household classification based on levels of awareness of different NICTs; levels of use of NICTs; and their perceived impacts upon human capital formation and the quality of life. It discusses how multivariate classification of individuals and households makes it possible to provide a context for detailed case studies, and hence to identify how policy might best improve both the quality and degree of society's access to NICTs. The primary focus of the paper is to describe how this bespoke classification is developed, but it also illustrates how it may be used to investigate a range of regional and subregional policy issues. As such, we illustrate how the classification provides a valuable context for study of the e-society and for people's engagement with NICT In more general terms, we anticipate the likely net benefits of combining the most appropriate methods, techniques, datasets, and practices that are used in the public and private sectors.

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The influence of project teaching on creativity and achievements of students in studying social contents within the subject Nature and Society

Sinteze ◽

10.5937/sinteze9-25402 ◽

2020 ◽

pp. 1-18

Author(s):

Aleksandar Janković

Keyword(s):

Information And Communication Technologies ◽

Teaching Method ◽

Positive Impact ◽

Relevant Literature ◽

Communication Technologies ◽

Convenience Sample ◽

Project Method ◽

Information And Communication ◽

The Subject ◽

Nature And Society

Creativity represents the point in which all contradictions of contemporary social development are summed up, refracted and reflected. Therefore, the question arises: "Is school a place that does (not) encourage creativity?" Creativity, as a psychological, social and pedagogical phenomenon, has a markedly positive impact on the overall development of a child or, in case of school, a student. The project teaching method calls for the school to be open and to be more closely connected with its environment, in order to enhance the students' independence and creativity, self-initiative, responsibility, cooperativeness, ability to apply information and communication technologies as well as digital teaching tools as sources of knowledge. This article presents the project method as an element of stimulating students' creativity in teaching the subject Nature and Society, planned for the third grade of elementary school. By reviewing the relevant literature as well as by experimental research on a convenience sample of students, we have identified acceptable options and some effects of applying this method. At the same time, we have also raised a number of issues that should be addressed later in order to further stimulate the development of creativity through teaching.

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