Explosion Of Information Technology Research Articles

Digital Transformation in Education and Training in Vietnam

Digital transformation in Education and Training is an issue of concern in many countries. The explosion in information technology creates non-traditional training methods, vigorously promoting the development of profoundly transformative education for people. Digital transformation has contributed to improving the quality of management, teaching, and learning, an important factor for the education sector, and significantly impacts society in the immediate and long term. Therefore, Vietnam in general and the education and training sector in particular must urgently implement digital transformation requirements to take advantage of the opportunities the 4th Industrial Revolution brings. Through the actual situation, the article analyzes and evaluates the current situation, proposing solutions to complete digital transformation in the field of education and training in Vietnam today.

Is Flipped Learning more Effective than Traditional Classrooms in Developing Prospective Elementary Teachers’ Competence of Designing Integrated Natural Science Topics?

The flipped learning has a lot of advantages in university teaching, especially in the era of information technology explosion and in response to the current Covid-19 pandemic. Designing integrated natural science topics (DINST) is an important competence of elementary school teachers in creating an attractive teaching topic with interdisciplinary integration. The purpose of this study is to determine the effectiveness of applying the flipped learning in developing DINST competence compared to applying the traditional teaching model for prospective elementary teachers. The article used a quasi-experimental method. The 86 fourth-year pre-service elementary teachers were divided into two groups in which the experimental group was applied the flipped learning and the control group was done by traditional teaching. This research was conducted in a 7-week course in the semester I (2020 – 21) through the Module of “Scientific Discovery Activities Organization” at one public university of Education in Vietnam. The article has identified the process of organizing teaching to develop DINST competence for future elementary teachers. Pre- and post- tests were designed and applied on both groups. A questionnaire to collect information on the experimental group's learning attitude was also carried out, which helps to further explain our research results. Descriptive statistics and quantitative data analysis were performed on SPSS. The research results have shown that applying the flipped learning has contributed to the development of DINST competence for prospective elementary teachers better than teaching in the traditional way. The research has contributed to proving the positive role of the flipped learning in developing the future Elementary teachers’ competence to integrated teaching and showed that this model can be widely applied in Vietnam's teacher training institutions

Intention to continue using the social network TikTok under the impact of personal motivation – A case study on gen Z

The explosion of information technology in general and social networks in particular has brought many choices for online users. Understanding what drives intention to continue using a social network is an important discovery. This study aims to explore the critical personal motivations that influence Gen Z's intention to continue using TikTok in Ho Chi Minh City. The research model is based on The Uses and Gratifications Theory with 5 proposed research hypotheses. In particular, social interaction motivation, archiving motivation, self-expression motivation, peeking motivation and escapism motivation has a positive effect on the intention to continue using TikTok of Generation Z users respectively. With data collected from 295 respondents, after testing for unidimentionality, reliability, and validity of measurement scales, the SEM results show that 4 out of 5 motives including motivation for social interaction, archiving, self-expression, and escapism have a statistically significant influence on the intention to continue using TikTok platform. Among these motivations, social interaction motivation is the most important factor. These results suggest helpful managerial implications not only for TikTok developers but also for companies that use TikTok as a channel to communicate with their customers.

Innovations in human resources management of higher education institutions: technostress factors

The study on technostress is very significant in today's knowledge-based society. Technostress, which has developed due to the information-technology explosion over the past decade, plays an increasingly critical role in people’s lives. The study shows that the flood of information and the increased use of more technological tools could cause frustration, anxiety, and fear. The timeliness of the topic lies in the fact that if society does not pay attention to this new kind of public disease now, it would have a negative impact on people's health, quality of life, and efficiency at the corporate level. The study's theoretical background was analyzed by reviewing the international scientific literature available on the subject of technostress. The research aims to explore the relationship between factors belonging to the group of technostress creators concerning Hungarian higher educational institutions. In the study, the authors set up a research model to explore the relationship between technostress creators, which was examined using a quantitative questionnaire query. The study covered 237 employees working in higher education in Hungary. The results were analyzed in the SPSS 22 statistical program. During the evaluation, linear regression analysis was used to explore these relationships. The results demonstrated that the five components of technostress are techno-overload, techno-invasion, techno-complexity, techno-insecurity, and techno-uncertainty. These frequently interact with each other in higher education. The results of the study point to the fact that the five components of technostress embodied in higher education institutions are interrelated, which, when appearing in the lives of university lecturers, contributes to the increase in the level of technostress. The research results could be useful for all higher education institutions in terms of what factors they should place great emphasis on to reduce or prevent technostress.

EMPLOYEE PERCEPTION ON KNOWLEDGE ACQUISITION IN ANDHRA BANK - A STUDY

Banks and financial institutions play a crucial role in the economic growth of any country. The present - day banking operations in India have undergone a sea change due to the explosion of Information Technology and emergence of several Knowledge Management Practices. Knowledge Management impact on the organization performance is well recognized. Andhra Bank was founded on 28th November 1923 and was nationalized in April 1980. With about 3000 branches, 6875 Delivery Channels, 34 satellite offices as on 31.3.2017 Andhra Bank has been leveraging on Knowledge acquisition and technology management for enhancing customer service. An attempt is made in this paper to examine the perception on knowledge acquisition process among officer and clerical cadre employees of the Andhra Bank through an empirical analysis.

The Application of Solar Photovoltaic Power Generation System in Ships

Chen, L.; Li, X., and Xu, C.-X., 2019. The application of solar photovoltaic power generation system in ships. In: Gong, D.; Zhu, H., and Liu, R. (eds.), Selected Topics in Coastal Research: Engineering, Industry, Economy, and Sustainable Development. Journal of Coastal Research, Special Issue No. 94, pp. 525–529. Coconut Creek (Florida), ISSN 0749-0208.Nowadays, we are in the era of information technology explosion. Science and technology are various and changing with each passing day. All of these are responding positively to the continuously deepening innovative ideas throughout the country. It has become one of the most concerned green technologies on ships to use solar energy and other new energy power generation technology and electric propulsion technology to form integrated electric propulsion technology. Aiming at the application of solar photovoltaic system in ships, based on the introduction of the principle and mode of use of solar photovoltaic system, the application characteristics of solar photovoltaic system and its components in ships are analyzed, and the important characteristics of ship power grid based on solar photovoltaic system are discussed and summarized, which provides a basis for future system design and application. The results showed that the pollutants CO, NOX and HC showed a downward trend. With the further development of solar photovoltaic technology, the utilization of solar energy will be one of the key measures to realize green navigation for ships in the future.

California Takes the Lead on Data Privacy Law.

In the early 1970s, Congress considered enacting comprehensive privacy legislation, but it was unable to do so. In 1974, it passed the Privacy Act, applicable only to information in the possession of the federal government. In the intervening years, other information privacy laws enacted by Congress, such as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, have been weak and sector specific. With the explosion of information technology and the growing concerns about an absence of effective federal privacy laws, the legal focus has shifted to the states. Signaling a new direction in state data privacy and consumer protection law, the California Consumer Privacy Act establishes important rights and protections for California residents with regard to the collection, use, disclosure, and sale of their personal information. The CCPA is certain to spur similar legislation and to affect national and international businesses that collect data from California's residents. Understanding the new law is important for all data-driven industries, including health care.

Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis on the Effectiveness of Facebook Application in Teaching and Learning Process

This developing world witnessed the development of technology in life. The explosion of information technology influence the pattern and style of learning. The new millennium of learning is becoming increasingly modern and sophisticated that substitute the traditional way of education. Various mediums, channels and devices used to deliver learning patterns and techniques. One of the tools used is Facebook application. This study is a combination of Meta synthesis and Meta-analysis of the effectiveness of Facebook applications in teaching and learning process (PdP). A total of 16 samples out of 151 samples between 2010 and 2015 were selected. Data were analyzed using narrative encoding and size effect. The results obtained showed that Facebook applications can be effectively assist in the classroom PdP. The analysis of Meta synthesis is conducted to clarify that Facebook applications can improve language skills; as a source of information; and generating ideas; as a good learning interactional space. Through a meta-analysis, six size effects were calculated and the level showed is medium high (+0.53). The effect of this size make it clearer that Facebook applications have an impact and good impression on PdP

Human life as digitised data assemblage: health, wealth and biopower in Gary Shteyngart's Super Sad True Love Story

With recent and emerging developments in technology, we are witnessing a process of cultural and social redefinition where the foundations of how we understand the body, the human and the...

Two Formulas for Success in Social Media: Learning and Network Effects

Recent years have witnessed an unprecedented explosion in information technology that enables dynamic diffusion of user-generated content in social networks. Online videos, in particular, have changed the landscape of marketing and entertainment, competing with premium content and spurring business innovations. In the present study, we examine how learning and network effects drive the diffusion of online videos. While learning happens through informational externalities, network effects are direct payoff externalities. Using a unique data set from YouTube, we empirically identify learning and network effects separately, and find that both mechanisms have statistically and economically significant effects on video views; furthermore, the mechanism that dominates depends on the video type. Specifically, although learning primarily drives the popularity of quality-oriented content, network effects also make it possible for attention-grabbing content to go viral. Theoretically, we show that, unlike the diffusion of movies, it is the combination of both learning and network effects that generate the multiplier effect for the diffusion of online videos. From a managerial perspective, providers can adopt different strategies to promote their videos accordingly, that is, signaling the quality or featuring the viewer base depending on the video type. Our results also suggest that YouTube can play a much greater role in encouraging the creation of original content by leveraging the multiplier effect.

Curso en línea de Informática Biomédica para Puerto Rico: resultados de una experiencia de colaboración panamericana

IntroductionThe information technology explosion has had an impact on society in general, as well as in the health area. Although Biomedical and Health Informatics has grown rapidly as a discipline in response to the dramatic changes, national and international commitments are needed so that current health systems adopt and use integrated information systems. Among the essential elements required are specialized human resources that can build multidisciplinary work groups to help in these changes. ObjectiveTo present the results of adapting the 10x10 education program of the American Medical Informatics Association (AMIA) for Puerto Rico. This a 155 hour university course on information systems of healthcare organizations. MethodA 5-phase model was used in Puerto Rico for other activities that involved the integration of synchronous and asynchronous, face-to-face and distance activities, as well as the integration of leaders of local institutions, the suitability of the design and the local validity certification. This edition was performed between August and December 2012. ResultsForty professionals from different disciplines subscribed and participated in the course, with 28 (70%) of them passing it. Of these that responded to the course evaluation questionnaire, 71% had never carried out a distance learning activity. ConclusionsThe adaptation of the 10x10 course in Spanish for US citizens in Puerto Rico was possible and was useful for the participants involved.

Ethics In Information Systems: Student Performance In Evaluating Ethical Dilemmas

The explosion in information technology in the last 20 years, and in particular, data communications networks, has had a major impact on ethical thinking and ethical issues. This has been manifested in the recent accounting and business scandals, as it is becoming apparent that the ethical dimensions of information systems-related business decisions cannot be safely ignored. It is important for business educators to introduce students to relevant ethical situations that they may face in the business world. This paper discusses the Information Systems ethical environment and students performance on business ethics cases in a telecommunications course. The results of this evaluation show that more exposure to ethical situations is needed, as students are not prepared to make sound ethical judgements.

The Effect of Task Complexity on Productivity with Seated, Standing and Walking Computer Workstations

The knowledge economy and explosion of information technology have resulted in many computer-based workers who experience discomfort, cumulative trauma disorders, and tend to have a higher body mass index than manufacturing workers. The process of redesigning workstations to address these issues should include a study that evaluates the impact on productivity. This paper demonstrates that productivity evaluations of potential designs can utilize simple low-cost methods by assessing productivity with an input task based on Fitts’ Tapping test. This research compares three computer workstation designs (seated, standing and walking) and shows that walking adversely affects productivity yet comparing seated and standing postures yields mixed results. For more simple tasks, the ideal posture is sitting while for more complex tasks the worker should be standing for improved productivity.

Harnessing the power of social media in optimizing health outcomes.

The advent of internet and mobile telephony has made tremendous impact in people's lives. The global penetration of mobile phones as estimated by International Telecommunications Union in 2011 was 87% which has facilitated the explosion in information technology. This has even been facilitated further by the emergence of social media platforms. The traditional model of service delivery is under threat due to these advances in technology. The healthcare field which has undergone tremendous technological revolution in virtually all spheres of service provision is also embracing social media, albeit late compared to other sectors. More and more health care stakeholders be it patients, providers or facilities are taking to social media to spread or seek for services In this article, we offer insights on the role of online resources especially social media platforms in healthcare settings. We demonstrate the benefits accrued from being active on the social media from the perspectives of patients, healthcare providers and health facilities. We also highlight the pitfalls that should be borne in mind when transacting affairs using social media platforms. Through this discussion, we seek to inspire the healthcare industry in resource limited settings to embrace social media which has a potential of enhancing efficiency and effectiveness of service provision.

Paradigm Shift in Library Services: A Transition from Conventional to Modern Librarianship

With the explosion of information technology in general and specially because of the popularity of internet, librarians are facing new challenges to look for new ways in order to meet the user's new demands and new expectations. The need to provide information to various users has encouraged the creation of many innovative services associated with new technology along with the traditional. As the transmission of information mechanisms are always changing the Library and Information Science (LIS) professionals have to rethink and redesign their methods for information dissemination which depends upon the category of the library, mission of the library and library users and so many other factors. The advent of computers and more particularly the application of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) have influenced each and every facet of libraries and information center. The main objective of the paper is to emphasize the services provided by the libraries with the aid of technologies.

What Moves Stock Prices: Another Look

In 1989, Culter, Poterba, and Summers published an article examining the extent to which ex post movements in aggregate stock prices could be attributed to the arrival of news. They concluded that most of the 50 largest movements in the S&P 500 could not be matched with any convincing explanation for why future profits or discount rates might have changed. Since 1989, there has been an explosion in information technology, enhanced market regulation, and stock-trading innovation, as well as the introduction of new, equity-related financial products. The author explores whether Culter, Poterba, and Summers’s conclusion still holds, and reports that it is intact. If anything, the mystery has deepened, because the size of unexplained market movements has grown.

Comparison of Knowledge and Knowledge Application Confidence in Physical Therapist Students Completing a Traditional Versus Blended Learning Professional Issues Course

Background and Purpose. The explosion of information technologies has brought computer-assisted learning and webbased learning to the forefront, creating new opportunities for students to engage with each other and course content within and outside traditional academic and classroom settings. This method/ model paper describes an instructional evaluation project that examined the effects of blended learning, as compared to traditional classroom-based learning, on knowledge and knowledge application confidence in physical therapist students enrolled in an entry-level physical therapy Professional Issues course.Method/Model Description and Evaluation. Four units of content of a Professional Issues course were converted to modules that were delivered through an online course platform. The modules included a variety of learning experiences, including: asynchronous discussions with other students in small groups; review of video-recorded vignettes; opportunities for exploration of professional issues topics; individual and group assignments; reflections on future practice; and critical thinking and clinical application exercises.Outcomes. Both groups of students completed a 7-item confidence questionnaire pre and post intervention, and the blended learning group also completed a 36item questionnaire related to the online learning experience.Discussion and Conclusion. Confidence levels in internet and computer skills affected student satisfaction and perceptions of the blended learning experience. Blended learning did not negatively affect knowledge confidence compared to traditional classroom-based learning, and it was found to be beneficial from students' perspectives.Key Words: Physical therapy, Blended learning, Education, Professional issues, Ethics.BACKGROUND AND PURPOSEThe physical therapy profession has changed dramatically over the past 20 years. As autonomous practitioners, physical therapists (PTs) are responsible for professional judgement and their actions.1 This independent and self-determined authority over and accountability for decision making has resulted in increased professional complexities in the current practice environment. As PTs continue to assume a more autonomous role in health care, ethics will continue to be integral to daily clinical decision making.2 How physical therapist educators can best prepare graduates to address the increasingly complex and challenging professional and ethical issues that are inherent in clinical practice has been the source of much dialogue. Although most instruction in ethics education incorporates case analysis and identification of ethical issues in the case,35 the teaching of ethics in physical therapist education programs varies greatly with regards to teaching methodology, content, and course organization. For example, some programs incorporate aspects of ethics content into one or more courses, while other programs devote entire courses to the teaching of ethics.68 No single teaching strategy has been determined to best facilitate learning about professional issues and ethics. Although role playing, simulations, and interactions with standardized clients have been described in the physical therapy literature,911 Jensen and Richert11 propose that development of students' reflective capacity is important and learning experiences that facilitate emotional reflection are critical in ethics education.12The explosion of information technologies has brought computer-assisted learning and web-based learning to the forefront, creating new opportunities for students to engage with other students and course content within and outside traditional academic and classroom settings. In fact, 74% of publicly funded higher education institutions report that online learning is a critical component of their long-term strategies.13 The extent to which technologies may be incorporated into classroom learning can be considered along a continuum. …

Social Learning and Network Effects in Social Media: Evidence from Youtube

Recent years have witnessed an unprecedented explosion in information technology that enables dynamic diffusion of user-generated content in social networks. Online videos, in particular, have changed the landscape of marketing and entertainment, competing with premium content and spurring business innovations. In the present study, we examine how learning and network effects drive the diffusion of online videos. While learning happens through informational externalities, network effects are direct payoff externalities. Using a unique data set from YouTube, we empirically identify learning and network effects separately, and find that both mechanisms have statistically and economically significant effects on video views; furthermore, the mechanism that dominates depends on the video type. Specifically, although learning primarily drives the popularity of quality-oriented content, network effects make it also possible for attention-grabbing content to go viral. Theoretically, we show that, unlike the diffusion of movies, it is the combination of both learning and network effects that generate the multiplier effect for the diffusion of online videos. From a managerial perspective, providers can adopt different strategies to promote their videos accordingly, that is, signaling the quality or featuring the viewer base depending on the video type. Our results also suggest that YouTube can play a much greater role in encouraging the creation of original content by leveraging the multiplier effect.

The end of forgetting: Strategic agency beyond the panopticon

The rapid explosion of information technologies in recent years has contributed to a substantive change in the social dimensions of information-sharing, and is forcing us to revise substantially our old assumptions regarding the knowledge/power dynamic. In this article, we discuss a range of strategic information-management options available to individuals and institutions in the networked society, and contrast these ‘blueprints’ to Foucault’s well-known panopticon model. We organize these observations and analyses within a new conceptual framework based on the geometry of ‘information flux’, or the premise that the net flow of information between an individual and a network is as relevant to power dynamics as the nature or volume of that information. Based on this geometrical model, we aim to develop a lexicon for the design, description and critique of socio-technical systems.

An ontological approach to describing neurons and their relationships

The advancement of neuroscience, perhaps one of the most information rich disciplines of all the life sciences, requires basic frameworks for organizing the vast amounts of data generated by the research community to promote novel insights and integrated understanding. Since Cajal, the neuron remains a fundamental unit of the nervous system, yet even with the explosion of information technology, we still have few comprehensive or systematic strategies for aggregating cell-level knowledge. Progress toward this goal is hampered by the multiplicity of names for cells and by lack of a consensus on the criteria for defining neuron types. However, through umbrella projects like the Neuroscience Information Framework (NIF) and the International Neuroinformatics Coordinating Facility (INCF), we have the opportunity to propose and implement an informatics infrastructure for establishing common tools and approaches to describe neurons through a standard terminology for nerve cells and a database (a Neuron Registry) where these descriptions can be deposited and compared. This article provides an overview of the problem and outlines a solution approach utilizing ontological characterizations. Based on illustrative implementation examples, we also discuss the need for consensus criteria to be adopted by the research community, and considerations on future developments. A scalable repository of neuron types will provide researchers with a resource that materially contributes to the advancement of neuroscience.