Digital Shift Research Articles

Game-thinking; utilizing serious games and gamification in nursing education – a systematic review and meta-analysis

BackgroundThe digital shift in higher education is moving from teacher-focused models to active learning with digital technologies, including the integration of game-based learning strategies. We aim to identify, assess, and summarize the findings of evidence and determine the effectiveness of game-thinking on learning outcomes in nursing education.MethodsA comprehensive search for relevant literature was conducted between April and May 2022 Seven databases ERIC, Scopus, ProQuest Education Source, MEDLINE, CINAHL, Web of Science, and Embase were utilized to locate original, peer-reviewed papers published in English. The review was conducted and reported in compliance with the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) 2020 guidelines.ResultsOverall, 3302 studies were initially screened based on their titles and abstract. From this selection 281 studies were then assessed for full-text eligibility. In the end, 70 studies, consisting of 27 Randomized Controlled Trials (RCTs) and 43 Quasi-experimental studies were included in the review. These studies encompassed data from a total of 8348 participants. The results from the narrative synthesis of the results revealed consistencies across the included studies and their findings. The meta-analysis suggested that game-thinking could be beneficial in nursing education, notably improving students’ academic achievement (Pooled ES = 0.99, [95%CI 0.53, 1.44]). The most significant effect of game-thinking on academic achievement was observed in the academic knowledge performance of nursing students (Pooled ES = 1.06, [95%CI 0.55, 1.57]), followed by academic skill performance (Pooled ES = 0.54, [95%CI 0.06, 1.03]).ConclusionsThe systematic review and meta-analysis provide evidence supporting the effectiveness of game-thinking in nursing education. The findings highlight the potential of game-based learning in enhancing nursing education through knowledge acquisition, albeit with a nuanced effect on skill development. As nursing education continues to adapt to the digital era, integration of game-thinking strategies could serve as a valuable method for creating engaging and effective learning experiences for nursing students.

Current developments, applications, challenges and future trends in internet of things: A survey

The rapid digitalization in recent years has opened up many technological possibilities, gradually transforming various sectors and society as a whole. This digital shift has enabled advancements in a number of fields, leading to improved resource efficiency, systems and processes. The Internet of Things (IoT) refers to a system of interconnected devices that share information that exchange information with one another via the internet. IoT devices are now everywhere, found in applications ranging from unmanned aerial vehicles to smart home environments, from the Industrial Internet of Things to the Internet of Medical Things. The core concept of IoT revolves around establishing a seamless and intelligent communication ecosystem, facilitating interactions between devices over the internet. This is anticipated to create new opportunities for enhancing services in various societal sectors, such as transportation, farming and smart cities. However, IoT-based networks face limitations and challenges that hinder the realization of their full potential. This paper outlines these challenges and proposes solutions, emphasizing the importance of collaboration and innovation. The paper also anticipates future trends in IoT, particularly the integration of 5G connectivity, cloud computing and AI, and identifies areas for future research to address current challenges and explore new applications.

Digital Shift in Construction in Australia

For any country, the construction industry forms the backbone of economic growth and development. In recent times, Australian construction sector has been struggling to keep up with the increasing demands of economic growth. Being one of the least digitalised industries, the construction industry is facing myriad of challenges including inaccurate cost efficiencies, labour shortages and poor quality management and limited visibility to all the stakeholders. The advancement of digital technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Blockchain has proven to be transformational in other sectors such as finance and banking. This research paper examines the benefits of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and blockchain throughout the different phases of the construction project lifecycle. The adoption of AI is met with resistance from leadership and sceptic approach from users. The role of leadership becomes pivotal in widespread adoption of AI and thus changing the attitude of users from “resistance to change” to “receptiveness to change.” Furthermore, various management strategies and recommendations have been discussed in detail to help the leadership teams to accelerate the digital transformation in the Australian construction industry.

Japans Lost Decades: The Impact of Deflation and Reflections on the Post-Covid Era

This paper examines three pivotal events that shaped Japans economic development trajectory: the Asian financial crisis in 1997, the global financial crisis of GFC in 2008, and the health pandemic in 2020. These global crises revealed potential shortcomings in Japans financial structure, demography, and dependence on exports. The economic crisis that hit Japan in 1997 exposed the inadequacies of the nations banking system since non-performing loans and poor reforms crippled recovery. The 2008 GFC, which began in the United States, adversely affected the Japanese economy since many of its export products, such as automobiles and electronics, were affected. Nonetheless, attempts to revert the worst trends of Japans economic recession through stimulus plans and the manipulation of monetary policies were thwarted by the countrys shrinking working-age population, rapidly ageing population, and high public debt. This paper also expands on Japans post-COVID economic plans, where COVID-19 not only magnified pre-existing problems but facilitated a more digital shift in healthcare, education, and online shopping. However, Japan has long-term problems, including a decreasing population and a lack of financing sources for this problem. The factors that informed Japan's growth and development clearly show that reform of the financial sector, innovation, and economic diversification are key and should be done at the right time. The paper examines the approach to evaluating Japans responses to these crises, its lessons on crisis management, and structural changes for its continued economic stability.

The Digital Shift: Impact of Banking and Payment Systems on Customer Experience in India

This research examines the transformative effects of digital banking and payment systems on customer experience in India, focusing on the impact of consumer awareness, attitudes, perceived risks, and demographic factors on digital payment behaviours. The findings reveal that positive consumer attitudes significantly drive the usage and acceptance of digital payment systems, with 87.2% of consumers actively engaging with these technologies. However, perceived risks remain a substantial barrier to broader adoption. The study underscores the necessity for targeted education and communication strategies aimed at mitigating security concerns and building consumer confidence. It highlights that younger and more educated demographics are more open to adopting digital payments, suggesting that outreach should be customized to effectively reach diverse groups. Additionally, the integration of Blockchain technology is recommended to enhance security, transparency, and efficiency, further fostering consumer trust. As the financial industry increasingly embraces sustainability, incorporating eco-friendly practices—such as reducing paper usage—can resonate with the 78.3% of users who prioritize convenience and environmental responsibility. Overall, while the digital transition in banking offers significant opportunities to enhance customer experience, increasing awareness and trust is vital for the successful implementation of digital payment systems in daily transactions

A Systematic Literature Review of Digital Transformation

The introduction of information, technology, and innovation in goods and services is the cornerstone of success in the modern global economy. These significant digital revolution shifts have established new digitally related practices that enhance and add value to the way businesses and organizations operate. With this, it is more crucial than ever to comprehend the potential benefits digital transformation projects may offer businesses and the economy. This study contributes to the continuous research related to digital transformation by pondering the articles about its disposition. Furthermore, this may enlighten business stakeholders and policymakers on the substance of digital transformation in the business and economy. This study presents the 20 reviewed literature precisely their basis of the sources of data, geographical settings, statistical treatment employed, distribution of geographical settings of selected studies, the variable usage for digital transformation, its parameters, and the concepts or other variables it is being related with.

The Impact and Wider Implications of Remote Consultations for General Practice in Norway: Qualitative Study Among Norwegian Contract General Practitioners.

The digital shift toward remote consultations in general practice needs ongoing monitoring to understand its impact on general practice organizations and the wider health care system. This study aimed to explore how remote consultations impact on contracted general practitioner (GP) practices and how GPs perceive the implications of this uptake for the overall health care system. In total, 5 focus groups were conducted with a total of 18 GPs from all 4 health regions of Norway in 2022. The material was subjected to Braun and Clarke's thematic analysis. The analysis yielded six themes: (1) the design of novel effective clinical pathways: remote consultations empower GPs to tailor new effective clinical trajectories, blending modalities to address diverse needs across clinical episodes-from initial triage, through investigations to case closure; (2) increased workday flexibility: remote consultations introduce variability into daily work, allowing GPs to adjust patient contact intensity, and leading to a less stressful work-home balance; (3) erosion of organizational boundaries: easy remote access to GPs appears to reduce patients' tolerance for minor illness and self-care, hindering effective gatekeeping and shifting GPs' focus from proactive to more reactive work, increasing work-related stress; (4) degradation of clinical shrewdness: confronted with an increasing amount of unsorted and trivial remote inquiries, GPs observe challenges in detecting and prioritizing serious cases; (5) dilemmas related to responsibility, ethics, and legislation: remote consultations highlight a tension for contract GPs between legal responsibilities and ethical obligations, with implications for patients with limited health literacy; this may entail suboptimal evaluation or delayed treatment-potentially contributing to increased health care inequity; and (6) retaining clinical core values in a changing world. Overall, GPs affirm that remote consultations have come to stay and describe efforts to effectively manage the advantages and disadvantages inherent in such interactions to safeguard clinical effectiveness and organizational sustainability of primary health care. The widespread adoption of remote consultations in the Norwegian contract GP scheme fundamentally reshapes the dynamics of GP work and the overall health care system. Awareness and proactive management of these changes are essential for maintaining sustainable, high-quality primary health care.

PhaseSCA: Exploiting Phase-Modulated Emanations in Side Channels

In recent years, the limits of electromagnetic side-channel attacks have been significantly expanded. However, while there is a growing literature on increasing attack distance or performance, the discovery of new phenomenons about compromising electromagnetic emanations remains limited.In this work, we identify a novel form of modulation produced by unintentional electromagnetic emanations: phase-modulated emanations. This observation allows us to extract a side-channel leakage that can be exploited to reveal secret cryptographic material. We introduce a technique allowing us to exploit this side-channel in order to perform a full AES key recovery, using cheap and common hardware equipment like a software-defined radio (SDR). Moreover, we demonstrate that the exploitation of this new phase leakage can be combined with traditional amplitude leakage to significantly increase attack performance. While investigating the underlying phenomenon causing this unintentional modulation, we identified several prior works that have approached similar exploitation – without being aware of each other. Creating a bridge between older and recent work, we unveil the relationship between digital jitter and signal phase shift in the context of side-channel attacks and fill the gap between prior works from various research fields.

Impulsive consumer digital shift: virtual reality as a new mode of physical experience

People are now attempting to develop an ideology for the digital transformation of contemporary consumers, which requires a deep understanding of the basic constructs or variables behind this type of migration. The current research model is based on nearly 61 research papers from top marketing journals to understand the impact of variables like technology, social media, online reviews, consumer engagement, and marketing ethics on the digital transformation of online consumers. A thorough analysis of the literature was conducted to identify independent and dependent variables, along with their supporting components, and then distributed a questionnaire reflecting these variables to 1187 participants for data collection. PLS-SEM, with its robust and reliable measuring standards, was incorporated owing to its ability to manage complex models with multiple variables and indicators. Research predictions has aimed to find out the digital shift amongst modern consumers, checking the impact of extracted variables, i.e. technology, social media, online reviews, consumer engagement, and marketing ethics. The results clearly validates that customer engagement through customer reviews and social media has a priority influence on the digital shift of online consumers, backed up by the attributes of marketing ethics and technology.

Navigating The Digital Shift: A Bibliometric Analysis of Chatbot Applications in Education

In the ever-changing scenario of a technology-driven learning atmosphere, chatbots occupy a considerable role, taking up tasks in personalised learning and administrative support. This study uses a widespread bibliometric analysis of chatbots for educational purposes, engaging essential bibliographic data from Scopus and using the PRISMA flowchart approach for painstaking screening, exclusion and inclusion of studies in this field. Bibliometric tools like CiteSpace, VOSviewer, and Biblioshiny are utilised for this study to provide a multi-dimensional outlook on the effects and development of this field. The major findings of this study include an analysis of yearly scientific production about educational chatbots, identifying the most productive authors and synthesis of the most relevant sources and major cited documents globally. By analysing the influence of co-citation of cited authors and timezone views of cited journals, this study goes deep into the particulars of academic collaborations. This study analyzes the co-occurrence of keywords and those with the highest citation bursts to comprehend the intellectual structure of the topic’s research field, giving an outlook into the focus areas and evolving trends. This study also undertakes to find practical implications and relevant research gaps. These insights identify the features of chatbot research and suggest future directions in practical application and scholarly inquiry. For effective incorporation and evolution of chatbots in the educational scenario, academicians, technologists, and educators can use this bibliometric analysis as an essential resource.

Content diversity under a digital regime: a case study of the television broadcasting industry in Indonesia

This study explores the impact of digitalization on public space by examining Indonesia’s content diversity after television broadcasting digitalization, which comes late due to challenges posed by competing interests. Content diversity has an important role in fulfilling the public’s rights over information. Broadcasting digitalization can multiply the number of broadcasters which may increase the content diversity. Unfortunately, existing regulations have yet to regulate content diversity clearly. The market structure also remained the same despite digitalization. Thus, this qualitative research aims to empirically assess content diversity by observing television programs in Yogyakarta and Jakarta. This study demonstrates that the broadcast transition to digital has not been proven to encourage content diversity. This is because the concentration of ownership and digital broadcasting networks has an impact on the emergence of similar content with limited type of program variations. Thus, without clear regulations on content diversity and ownership, digital shift cannot change the fundamental structure of the Indonesian broadcasting industry and perpetuate the system dominated by old stakeholders. Recognizing the limited contribution of broadcast digitalization in improving content diversity will contribute to a review of basic rules regarding ownership, business network, and genre-based content production.

Innovating Building Refurbishments: Embracing Global Digital Transformation for Today's Construction Industry

The Uberization of the construction industry is a clear indication that the sector is gradually shifting towards the digital era. This transformation signifies a significant digitization of construction, incorporating smart technology in various phases, from design and planning to execution, operations, and management. This paper delves into the importance of embracing digital technologies in building refurbishments to meet the evolving demands of today's construction landscape. By integrating innovative digital solutions such as Building Information Modelling (BIM), Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence, robotics, and other cutting-edge technologies, refurbishment projects can achieve cost-effectiveness, precision, and environmental sustainability. The benefits of this digital shift encompass improved project coordination, safety, cost efficiency, and environmental impact management. However, challenges like high initial costs, resistance to change, cybersecurity threats, and skill shortages persist. The digital transformation is also shaped by global trends such as urbanization, population growth, and the push for smart, sustainable cities. Governments and private sectors acknowledge the potential of digital construction in meeting these demands more effectively. Thus, the industry must adapt to these technological advancements to stay competitive and address future infrastructure needs. The primary goal of this paper is to underscore the importance of embracing global digital transformation in building refurbishments, offering insights and recommendations for stakeholders in the construction sector to leverage digital technologies effectively for enhanced project outcomes and long-term sustainability. This study aims to explore the global digitalization of building construction, examining how advanced technologies like Building Information Modelling (BIM), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and the Internet of Things (IoT) are revolutionizing construction processes. By identifying the main drivers of digitalization in the construction industry, assessing the role of emerging technologies, and evaluating the benefits such as enhanced efficiency, cost savings, improved safety, and sustainability, this paper aims to showcase the necessity of digitalization to meet modern demands effectively. These abstract outlines the key concepts discussed in the paper, highlighting the advantages of integrating digital tools in building refurbishments, the obstacles, and opportunities in digital transformation within construction, and the potential impact on sustainability and project outcomes. Through case studies and industry insights, the study will demonstrate how digitalization is vital for staying abreast of modern requirements. Additionally, it will analysis case studies and successful implementations of digital technologies in refurbishment projects to illustrate best practices and lessons learned.

Impact of Digital Banking on Traditional Banking Services

Digital banking has quickly become a game-changer in the world of finance, altering the way banks interact with customers and run their operations. With tools like mobile banking apps, AI-driven recommendations, and blockchain technology, consumers now have more control and convenience in managing their finances than ever before. This shift has raised the bar on what people expect from their banks, prompting traditional banking institutions to adapt to stay relevant in a fast-evolving, tech-driven landscape. This paper explores how digital banking is impacting traditional banks in areas like cost savings, data insights, market reach, and consumer habits. While the digital shift opens doors to new efficiencies and easier access, it also brings unique challenges, especially around cybersecurity, privacy, and compliance with new regulations. Additionally, with fewer physical branches and less face-to-face contact, there’s a question of how this transition may affect the trust and service quality that many customers still value in their banking experience. Using real-world examples and industry trends, this paper looks at how traditional banks are responding—whether by creating hybrid models that blend digital and in-person services, forming partnerships with tech innovators, or ramping up cybersecurity. The goal is to explore whether digital banking can coexist with traditional models to enhance the banking experience, or if it’s setting the stage for a future where traditional practices may be left behind. The findings aim to shed light on how banks can strike a balance between adopting new technology and maintaining the personalized, reliable service that has long defined their role in the financial industry.

Performing the History of Writing in Jordan Harrison’s futura

This essay examines Jordan Harrison’s unpublished playscript, futura (2010), as a response to early aughts concerns about digital media shift, fears of the death of the book, and capitalist threats to privacy and individualism. The article reads the “bookishness” of Harrison’s play as a commentary on how the future of writing in digital culture necessitates a historical, artifact-based awareness of how media technologies and practices entangle one another over time. Drawing on concepts of “inscription” and “metamedia” developed by Johanna Drucker and Alexandre Starre, I argue that Harrison’s own media history-informed dramaturgy reflexively integrates textual-material practices performed on the page and embodied on the stage. Sections focus on the typesetting of Harrison’s PDF script; in-play citations of thinkers and practitioners of typography such as Eric Gill and Robert Bringhurst; and Harrison’s interweaving of allegorical motifs that reference key moments in the history of the book, including the Great Library of Alexandria, Gutenberg’s 42-Line Bible, Baskerville’s edition of Paradise Lost, and Paul Renner’s design of Futura.

THE INTEGRATIVE ESSENCE OF ENSURING A HEALTHY MORAL ENVIRONMENT IN THE FAMILY

A healthy moral environment within the family is fundamental for fostering well-rounded individuals who can positively contribute to society. This article explores the integrative approach to ensuring a moral family environment, emphasizing its psychological, cultural, and sociological dimensions. By analyzing key aspects such as communication, mutual respect, shared values, and the integration of external influences, the study highlights how these strategies strengthen family cohesion and nurture moral virtues. Furthermore, it examines challenges posed by modernity, including the digital age, economic pressures, and cultural shifts, proposing tailored solutions for maintaining moral harmony. The article concludes by emphasizing the need for interdisciplinary collaboration, policy support, and community engagement to reinforce family values and offers practical recommendations for fostering a healthy moral environment in contemporary families.

Enterprise digital transformation, accounting information comparability and corporate innovation

In the evolving digital landscape, the digital shift within corporations is pivotal for fostering innovation and elevating competitiveness. This study investigates the impact of digital transformation on enterprise innovation, utilizing a dataset of A-share listed firms from 2010 to 2020. To address sample self-selection, the Propensity Score Matching (PSM) method is employed, dividing enterprises into experimental and control groups based on their level of digital transformation. Additionally, to mitigate endogeneity concerns, all explanatory variables are lagged by one period. The study employs benchmark regression analysis, considering control variables and fixed effects for year and industry, to examine the relationship between digital transformation and innovation. The study constructs models to evaluate the mediating role of accounting information comparability in the relationship between digital transformation and innovation. Notably, a strong positive link is observed between a company’s digital evolution and its innovation capacities, suggesting that this evolution substantially augments innovation. Moreover, the consistency of accounting data further amplifies this effect. Such insights offer strategic guidance for companies aiming to bolster innovation amid their digital journey and underscore the necessity for consistent accounting data.

Navigating The Digital Shift: Challenges And Opportunities For Traditional Retailers In India's Evolving Marketplace

The retail industry in India is experiencing a monumental shift driven by the rapid adoption of digital technologies. As e-commerce platforms, digital payment systems, and data analytics become increasingly integrated into the retail landscape, traditional brick-and-mortar stores find themselves at a crossroads. This digital transformation is not merely a technological upgrade but a fundamental change that reshapes business models, consumer interactions, and market dynamics. India, with its burgeoning internet penetration and widespread smartphone usage, presents a unique environment where digital innovation meets a diverse consumer base. The proliferation of global and local e-commerce giants such as Amazon, Flipkart, and JioMart has set new standards for customer expectations and operational efficiency, compelling traditional retailers to reevaluate their strategies (Invest India). However, the transition to digital is fraught with challenges. High costs of technology adoption, lack of digital expertise, and resistance to change are significant barriers that traditional retailers must overcome to remain competitive in the digital age

IMPACT OF COVID-19 ON INDIAN PRINT MEDIA: TRANSFORMATIONS, CHALLENGES, AND FUTURE PROSPECTS

The COVID-19 pandemic had a profound impact on Indian print media, introducing challenges such as declines in circulation, drops in advertising revenue, and disruptions in news gathering and reporting. The pandemic accelerated the digital shift within the industry as readership moved increasingly online. This research paper explores the multidimensional impact of the pandemic on print media in India, including operational, economic, and strategic changes. It also investigates the adaptations adopted by media organizations and the evolving media landscape post-pandemic, focusing on the shift to hybrid print-digital models.

The Impact of Digital Shift on Students' Reading Behaviors: A Case Study of First-year Students at Dr. Moulay Tahar University of Saida

The Impact of Digital Shift on Students' Reading Behaviors: A Case Study of First-year Students at Dr. Moulay Tahar University of Saida

Library Trends and Developments in a Technologically Driven Era

The rapid evolution of digital technologies has significantly impacted how libraries operate and serve their communities, leading to a transformative shift in library services internationally. Despite the widespread acknowledgment of this digital shift, there remains a substantial gap in understanding of how libraries are adapting to these changes, particularly in terms of integrating digital innovations to enhance user access and engagement. This study aims to bridge this knowledge gap by examining the directional trends of library development in the context of digital transformation. By analysing library services in three regions - Europe, the United States of America, and Asia - critical adaptations and innovations are identified that are shaping the future of library services. The goal is to illuminate the current landscape and propose strategic directions to help library stakeholders with planning and implementation.