Potential of Information and Communication Technologies in Promoting Access to Livestock Information

2015 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 20-41
Author(s):  
Consolata Angello
Keyword(s):  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Mixed Method ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Different Types ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
Telecommunications Services ◽  
Method Approach ◽  
Information Networking

A study was conducted to investigate the extent of use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) by urban livestock keepers. This paper discusses the perceptions of small scale livestock keepers towards the use of different types of ICTs in accessing livestock information. Mixed method approach was used whereby quantitative and qualitative data was gathered. The findings of this study revealed that most of the respondents had a positive opinion towards the use of ICTs and it was concluded that urban livestock keepers perceived ICTs as important tools for accessing livestock information. The study recommended for improvement of telecommunications services through relevant bodies in order to facilitate more access to information through use of ICTs. Information networking among urban livestock keepers and the introduction of livestock information centers were also recommended for enhanced access to livestock information.

Information Technology as a Way To Support Collaborative Learning

2016 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-17 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ana García-Valcárcel ◽  
Juanjo Mena
Keyword(s):  
Collaborative Learning ◽  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Mixed Method ◽  
Collaborative Work ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Actual Use ◽  
Teacher Training Programs ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
Method Approach

It is often assumed that Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) encourage collaborative work by providing a set of widely accessed tools and a mutual framework for shared activities. The present study aims at determining what in-service teachers think (teachers' opinion), know (technical knowledge) and do (tactual use) about ICT to promote collaborative learning. The authors used a questionnaire and a semi-structured interview to collect data. A mixed method approach was conducted and reliability scores calculated. Main results indicate that teachers think that ICT generally facilitate collaborative work but their ICT knowledge is moderate and their actual use limited. This leads the authors to think that this progression should be remarked in the teacher training programs to accurately depict the drawbacks of teachers' collaborative learning mediated by ICT.

Modern patterns of development of the communication and informatization sphere

2019 ◽  
pp. 14-19
Author(s):  
Maryna Demyanchuk
Keyword(s):  
Economic Development ◽  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Economic Resource ◽  
Telecommunication Services ◽  
The World ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
Per Capita ◽  
Ict Development ◽  
Telecommunications Services

Information and telecommunication services are currently a full-fledged resource for social development compared to traditional resources. The growth of the level of scientific and technological progress has led to the incredibly fast development paces in the sphere of information and communication technologies, which has a significant impact on the development of the economy. On the basis of a thorough analysis of the sectors of information and communication technologies and components of the ICT development index, the article substantiates the need for accelerated digitization of the majority of enterprises of different spheres of economic activity with the aim of qualitative development of Ukrainian economy in order to increase its competitiveness in the world. This is explained by the fact that information and technology represent the main economic resource in the period of formation of information society and digital economy, and enterprises of the sphere of communication and informatization are a catalyst for social and economic development of the country as a whole. Using a methodological toolkit of the theory of systematic and correlation-regression analysis, an economic-mathematical model of the development of the sphere of communication and informatization in the regions of the world and individual countries of the world is constructed. It is based on the existing pattern of leading development of the communications sector, but takes into account the degree of economy dependence on the ICT development, which in some regions and countries is 100%. This is due to the approaching mass availability of ICT services in some countries in these regions. On the basis of the constructed model, the forecasting of GDP PPP per capita was carried out, which showed faster rates of growth of the country’s economy with the growth of the development level of the sphere of communication and informatization and accessibility of telecommunication services. In turn, the availability of telecommunication services is influenced by the digital skills of society and the level of their prices, which has necessitated determining the dependence of GDP PPP per capita on prices for communication services of countries with varying degrees of socio-economic development. This makes it possible to identify reserves for improving the productivity of individuals while increasing the availability of telecommunications services.

scholarly journals MEASURING DIGITAL DIVIDE IN KING ABDULAZIZ UNIVERSITY

2012 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 8-19
Author(s):  
Iqbal S. Alsaleh ◽  
Shaymaa M. Rashad
Keyword(s):  
Digital Divide ◽  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Information And Communications Technology ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Order Effects ◽  
Diffusion Of Technology ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
King Abdulaziz University ◽  
The University

Due to the undesirable effects of the gap between citizens to access and use information and communication technologies (ICT), most researchers have been paying much attention to the threat of a digital divide. Unfortunately an amazingly large number of people do not have the abilities to use the ICTs in a proper way and, therefore, cannot draw advantages from its usage. As a result, digital divide is commonly regarded as a potential barrier for participation in the information society. This study measure the digital divide in Saudi Arabia by analyzing the results of a small-scale study conducted at the University KAU, regarding students’ and university members’ perceptions toward the usage of ICT. This analysis measure the digital divide concerning some factors like gender, educational level using a questionnaire. The analysis shows that KAU has no digital divide. Key words: digital divide, information and communications technology, ICT, diffusion of technology, second order effects.

scholarly journals Using Zoom Videoconferencing for Qualitative Data Collection: Perceptions and Experiences of Researchers and Participants

2019 ◽  
Vol 18 ◽  
pp. 160940691987459 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mandy M. Archibald ◽  
Rachel C. Ambagtsheer ◽  
Mavourneen G. Casey ◽  
Michael Lawless
Keyword(s):  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Data Collection ◽  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Qualitative Interviews ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Practice Nurses ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
Conducting Research

Advances in communication technologies offer new opportunities for the conduct of qualitative research. Among these, Zoom—an innovative videoconferencing platform—has a number of unique features that enhance its potential appeal to qualitative and mixed-methods researchers. Although studies have explored the use of information and communication technologies for conducting research, few have explored both researcher and participant perspectives on the use of web and videoconferencing platforms. Further, data are lacking on the benefits and challenges of using Zoom as a data collection method. In this study, we explore the feasibility and acceptability of using Zoom to collect qualitative interview data within a health research context in order to better understand its suitability for qualitative and mixed-methods researchers. We asked 16 practice nurses who participated in online qualitative interviews about their experiences of using Zoom and concurrently recorded researcher observations. Although several participants experienced technical difficulties, most described their interview experience as highly satisfactory and generally rated Zoom above alternative interviewing mediums such as face-to-face, telephone, and other videoconferencing services, platforms, and products. Findings suggest the viability of Zoom as a tool for collection of qualitative data because of its relative ease of use, cost-effectiveness, data management features, and security options. Further research exploring the utility of Zoom is recommended in order to critically assess and advance innovations in online methods.

Users of ICT at Public Access Centers

2011 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-20 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ricardo Gomez ◽  
Kemly Camacho
Keyword(s):  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Exploratory Study ◽  
Underserved Populations ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Public Access ◽  
Access To Information ◽  
The World ◽  
Different Types ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
And Gender

Libraries, telecenters, and cybercafés offer opportunities for wider public access to information and communication technologies (ICT). This paper presents findings of a global exploratory study on the landscape public access venues in 25 countries around the world. The goal of the project was to better understand the users of public access venues and their needs, this being one of several papers that result from the global study. This paper identifies profiles of the users of the different types of venues with respect to age, income, education and gender. While findings are not new, their value lies in the compelling evidence drawn from 25 countries and across different types of public access venues, which has never been done before. Results highlight the importance of strengthening public access venues in non-urban settings and to strengthen programs that reach out to underserved populations. The authors also point to special challenges faced by libraries and telecenters given the immense growth of cybercafés as public access venues in most of the countries studied.

scholarly journals Efektivitas Instagram sebagai Media Promosi Produk Olahan Pertanian Serambi Botani

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (4) ◽  
pp. 569
Author(s):  
Mohammad Fuad Al Furqon ◽  
Amiruddin Saleh
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Media Exposure ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Depth Interview ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
The Media

Produk olahan pertanian yang sebagian besar beroperasi di pedesaan dan berupa sektor usaha kecil biasanya membuat promosi melalui media konvensional seperti brosur, poster, booklet dan lainnya sudah tidak efektif. Penjualan secara konvensional mulai banyak ditinggalkan karena munculnya inovasi dalam teknologi informasi dan komunikasi dimana pembelian barang atau jasa dapat dilakukan melalui internet salah satunya media sosial instagram. Tujuan penelitian adalah menghasilkan analisis efektivitas instagram sebagai media promosi, menganalisis hubungan karakteristik followers dengan tingkat keterdedahan media sosial serta menganalisis hubungan tingkat keterdedahan media sosial dengan efektivitas instagram sebagai media promosi. Penelitian menggunakan metode survei dengan data kuantitatif berupa kuesioner online yang didukung oleh data kualitatif berupa wawancara mendalam dengan satu orang admin instagram Serambi Botani sebagai informan. Jumlah responden dalam penelitian adalah 40 orang. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa instagram efektif dalam meningkatkan pengetahuan (aspek kognitif) responden terkait produk olahan pertanian Serambi Botani.Kata Kunci : efektivitas media sosial, instagram, karakteristik, keterdedahan media sosial, produk olahan pertanian=====ABSTRACTProcessed agricultural goods which are mostly operated in villages and most likely be part of small scale businesses are usually promoted through conventional media such as brochures, posters, booklets etc. that are no longer effective. Conventional methods in marketing and trade are being replaced by innovative information and communication technologies in which the trade of goods or services can be done online through the internet and one of the media is social media Instagram. The purpose of this study is to analyze of the effectiveness of Instagram as promotional media, to analyze the relationship between the characteristics of followers with the level of social media exposure and relationship between the level of social media exposure with the effectiveness of Instagram as promotional media. This study uses a survey method by using quantitative data in the form of an online questionnaire which is supported with qualitative data in the form of an in-depth interview with one Serambi Botani Instagram admin as an informant. The total number of respondents in this study is 40 people. The results of the study showed that Instagram was effective in increasing knowledge (cognitive aspects) of respondents related to agricultural products of Serambi Botani.Keywords: characteristic, the effectiveness of social media, exposure of social media, Instagram, processed agricultural goods

scholarly journals Online Assessments: Their Importance in Higher Education

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (12) ◽  
pp. 308-316
Author(s):  
G. D. D. T. Karunarathne ◽  
L. Wijewardene
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Student Performance ◽  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Review Article ◽  
Online Assessment ◽  
Advantages And Disadvantages ◽  
Different Types ◽  
Online Assessments ◽  
Information And Communication

The main purpose of this review article is to deliberate on online assessments, the advantages and disadvantages of e-assessments, and their importance in the higher education sector, in the post-COVID era. Online assessments are the collection of tasks that are made by educational instructors in order to evaluate student performance, using Information and Communication Technologies. There are different types of techniques to conduct e-assessments, which result in different rewards and shortcomings. However, this article delivers the strategies that can be used to eliminate the downsides of online assessment.

scholarly journals Using the Capabilities of New Technologies to Preserve and Promote the Thracian Cultural Heritage

2020 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 131-142
Author(s):  
Vesela Georgieva ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Information Technology ◽  
Cultural Heritage ◽  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
New Technologies ◽  
Mixed Reality ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Different Types ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
Modern Information ◽  
Positive Practices

The paper presents opportunities to preserve the Thracian cultural heritage associated with the Thracian Valley , using the potencial of new technologies. The results of the study of the process are presented, related to the socialization of the museum sites, who are important for the development of the culture and tourism in the Kazanlak region and the need to introduce practices to attract different types of museum audiences. Positive practices have been identified towards the application of modern information and communication technologies, relating to presentation and promotion of the Thracian cultural heritage and improving the service that promotes the visitation of museum sites from the Valley of the Thracian Kings by paying special attention to providing intellectual access to all of them and the application of modern ICT.Prospects for preservation and promotion of the Thracian cultural heritage related to the Valley of Thracian rulers are presented, among them providing intellectual access to museum sites from the Kazanlak region and applying practices that provide opportunities for innovations, interactive forms, virtual walks, use of technological walks, virtual and mixed reality solutions and other innovations related to contemporary ICT in museums. Keywords: Thracian heritage, socialization, information technology

Operational Approaches in Organizational Structure

2016 ◽  
pp. 129-151
Author(s):  
Mohammad Ayub Khan
Keyword(s):  
Developing Countries ◽  
Organizational Structure ◽  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Corporate Culture ◽  
Learning Organizations ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Strategic Direction ◽  
Factors Influencing ◽  
Different Types ◽  
Information And Communication

This chapter analyzes the challenge of organizational setup in developing countries faced by MNEs. In doing so the chapter focuses on different types of structural options available for MNEs and studies factors influencing the decision of how to structure the MNE in developing countries. In essence, the chapter presents a list of structural options for MNEs to choose from according to their needs, contextual situations and strategic direction. The factors influencing the decision to structure the company are general factors, management orientations, corporate culture, information and communication technologies, strategy and learning organizations. Finally, the chapter forwards some essential recommendations for MNEs to follow when deciding about which organizational structure is relatively more suitable than others while operating in developing countries.

Interfacing Communication and ICTs in a Divisionalised Structure

2021 ◽  
pp. 597-614
Author(s):  
Toyosi Olugbenga Samson Owolabi ◽  
Godspower Godwin Itemeh
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Business Environment ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Decision Making Process ◽  
Material Resources ◽  
Efficiency And Effectiveness ◽  
Information And Communication

The quests for sound organizational management and efficient corporate governance have received more impetus in today's business environment. This is because it has been observed especially among large scale enterprises and multinational companies of incidences of wastage of human and material resources, inefficiency and sluggishness in the corporate decision making process at huge cost to the company on one hand and to shareholders on the other. In contemporary corporate setting especially in situations where huge sums are budgeted for information and communication technologies, large scale organisations tend to have more specialisation, departmentalisation, centralization, and regulation than small scale enterprises. Particularly, companies with wide variety of products often give preference to divisionalisation purposely to ensure efficiency and effectiveness in the corporate decision-making process.

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