IT Literacy Research Articles

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DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION IN RURAL AREAS: A CASE STUDY OF COMPUTER TRAINING AS COMMUNITY SERVICE

Digital Transformation in rural areas has emerged as a significant subject in enhancing the quality of life for local communities. This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of computer training as part of community service initiatives in implementing digital transformation. The research methodology involved structured computer training for rural residents and the evaluation of outcomes through surveys and observations. Findings indicate a significant improvement in IT literacy among participants following the training. Active engagement in this program has enhanced ICT skills within rural communities, creating potential for broader access to digital economic opportunities. In conclusion, computer training can serve as a vital tool in accelerating digital transformation in rural areas and promoting digital inclusivity in rural environments.

A transformational approach to addressing the needs of a new generation of ‘left behinds: a preliminary exploration of the dominance of ‘it/digital literacy’ in organisational processes

ABSTRACT There are two parts to this paper. In the first part, the paper takes a preliminary look at an emerging dominant literacy, IT literacy, and its potential impact on some members of relevant communities. Drawing on the perception of literacy as social practice, the paper locates organisational processes within institutions as belonging to a specific social practice and explores the pattern of dominance of IT literacy that is beginning to emerge within this practice. Using qualitative methods of interviews and a focus group discussion, the study conducted a preliminary exploration of the views of staff within one organisation on the impact of this new dominant literacy. Some of the emergent views elicit the notions of exclusion, inadequacies, and imposition. The second part of the paper explores how this potentially excluding process could be addressed in a democratic way. It suggests that organisations can avoid the negative impact by drawing on transformative approaches to literacy development. It emphasises the use of dialogic engagement with staff to identify needs and map out the processes for meeting the identified drives and advocates that employers should shift from a reductive model and instead build a transformative approach into their needs analysis processes to promote a cycle of empowerment.

Creating a motivating environment in a programming course using a two-track exercise split

Abstract In our society, programming and IT literacy are important skills. However, in introductory courses in higher education, there is a struggle to design the coursework in a way that engages and motivates both beginners and people who already know some code. This paper presents a case study that explores the design of optional exercise sessions as a shorter 'fast track' for experienced or well-prepared students, and a longer 'normal track' for those who need help with the technical parts of the coursework. The case is analysed using self-determination theory to investigate student motivation in such a design. Students perform well and are generally happy to be able to choose between tracks to find their own fit. Whether a 2-day induction workshop or a track split leads to the best learning environment is a question for future research.

A Novel Model Based on Ensemble Learning for Phishing Attack

With the increase in the speed of the internet environment and the development of the infrastructures used, people have started to perform most of their work online. As much as this makes life easier, it also increases the possibility of being attacked by malicious people. Attackers can activate a phishing attack that aims to steal information from victims by creating copied, fake websites. While this attack is very old and somewhat simple, it can still be effective due to low IT literacy. People can enter their information on these fake websites out of spontaneity or ignorance or good intentions and be exposed to Phishing attacks. The compromise of a user's account information also puts at risk the security of the organization or institution to which it is connected. In this study, we propose a new machine learning-based ensemble model with feature selection methods to detect phishing attacks. Also, an ablation study is presented to measure the effect of different feature selection methods. The proposed model which we named as NaiveStackingSymmetric (NSS) is analyzed using the widely used accuracy (ACC), the area under curve (AUC), and F-score metrics as well as the polygon area metric (PAM), and it is shown that it outperforms other studies in the literature using the same dataset.

Statistical Analysis and Employability skills Equation for Graduate Students in the Bahamas

A statistical analysis was carried out to systematically explain and evaluate how the possibilities of acquisition of entry-level positions are raised by aiding and improving different employability skills. The data was collected from final-year undergraduate (Accounting, Banking & Finance, Computer Information Systems, Management & Marketing) students by using a convenient sample technique through a questionnaire, floated on an online G Monkey survey instrument to collect primary source of information based on Likert scale. The study finds that students used a combination of traditional and student-centred learning methods and pedagogies to acquire employability skills. The students’ responses data was analyzed using SPSS based techniques, ‘Cronbach’s Alpha’ , ‘backward regression’, and ‘ANOVA’ respectively to check the reliability of data, to iteratively examine the statistical significance of the employability factors, and to check whether ‘employability skills’, ‘academic skills’, ‘personal management skills’, ‘Teamwork skills and learning methods’ are the important employability factors, for the final-year undergraduate (Accounting, Banking & Finance, Computer Information Systems, Management & Marketing) students. However, based on student’s response analysis, it was investigated, the ‘employability skills’ ( F=28.45, P<0.000, α=0.05, Fc=1.39),‘personal management skills’( F=3.391, P<0.000, α=0.05, Fc=1.29) , ‘Team skills’( F=6.531, P<0.000, α=0.05, Fc=1.27) have no impacts on the possibilities of acquisition of entry-level positions, but students of all disciplines agrees with the significance of employability factors in ‘academic skills’( F=0.559, P=0.812, α=0.05, Fc=1.32). By knowing the effect and significance of employability factors/indicators it will be very beneficial and easy for graduate students to choose and acquire employability skills. The study contributes to the literature by providing the perceptions of graduate students from specific premises and respondents of a particular background in the Bahamas context. The statistical analysis of students’ responses shows, the employability factors were ‘numeracy skills (mathematical)’, ‘IT literacy skills’, ‘decision making skills’, ‘communication skills’, ‘critical-analysis skills’, ‘competence in specialized subject area’, and ‘ability to apply specialized knowledge from various field’. While the literature finds communication skills, problem-solving skills and interpersonal skills often appear among the highest ranked skills in terms of importance, the significance of this study is that ‘learning skills’ ranked as the second most important employability skill [1]. A regression model equation was developed for forecasting the probabilities of acquisition of entry-level positions based on ‘numeracy skills(mathematical)’, ‘IT literacy skills’, and ‘decision making skills’, ‘communication skills’, ‘critical-analysis skills’, ‘competence in specialized subject area’, ‘ability to apply specialized knowledge from various field’, skills [2].

Toward a Digital Competency Framework: An Assessment Model for Micro Small and Medium Enterprises in the Era of Digital India

Small and medium enterprises are the key engines for the economic development of nations. Their role in sustained growth even during the pandemic era is established. Numerous initiatives thus were planned by the government for their growth, sustenance and expansion. Digitalisation is one such initiative as well as a solution in the ‘new normal’. Despite its availability, access and government support, there is considerable digital divide in micro and small businesses. Experience and research confirms that the lack of digital skills and IT literacy is an important reason for this digital divide in India. Studies also reveal a lack of assessment framework to measure the basic digital skills/competencies that cater to micro small and medium enterprises (MSMEs). This paper is an attempt to fill this gap by building a conceptual framework using evidence-centred assessment design (ECD) model that can comprehensively assess the Digital literacy skills/ levels among the MSMEs. This framework will benefit the stakeholders in understanding the current level of digital literacy, skill gap and digital adaptability among the MSMEs and provide a basis for planning digital literacy initiatives and skill development programs. The framework facilitates scale development for empirical testing thus adding to the theoretical rigor. In addition, the paper will open up avenues for future research through scale development to test the measurement of measure digital literacy in different contexts.

FACTORS INFLUENCING THE INTENTION TO PAY ZAKAT ONLINE

This study investigates the factors influencing individuals' intention to pay zakat through an online platform. Data were collected using an online questionnaire distributed through convenience and snowball sampling methods, with a total of 222 participants comprising students and working individuals. Regression analyses were conducted to examine the proposed model, revealing that participants' attitudes and perceived behavioural control significantly influenced their intention to pay zakat online. However, subjective norms, knowledge, and trust had a negative impact on the intention to pay zakat using an online platform. This research contributes to the literature by focusing on the emerging field of online zakat payment. Findings suggest that zakat institutions can enhance the efficiency of digital payments by improving participants' attitudes and perceived behavioural control. Additionally, future research should consider incorporating variables related to IT literacy to understand user behaviour in online zakat payment better. The study's findings are relevant to various stakeholders, including governments, zakat institutions, zakat contributors, and academics. Governments can use the results to formulate policies encouraging online zakat payment. Zakat institutions can enhance their online payment platforms based on the identified factors. Zakat contributors can make informed decisions about online zakat payment using these insights. Academics can further develop theories and models of online zakat payment based on the study's findings. This study provides recommendations and acknowledges its limitations, offering valuable insights for future researchers interested in exploring this topic further.

Diagnosis of Physical Education Teachers Welcoming Industry 5.0 Using the TDC Method

The purpose of this study is to understand the challenges faced by the physical education teachers, nowadays, in industry 5.0. The method used was the IT literacy survbey along with Teacher Digital Competence (TDC). Meanwhile, qualitative research was done by distributing questionnaire and tests knowledge to 103 students of Internal Teacher Professional Education Position 2022. The sample selection technique used was purposive sampling, based on purpose and availability sample for inspection. Results were obtained from technical competence 77.38% mastered, while 22.62% did not master; content knowledge competence 69.91% who answered correct and 31.09 answered incorrect; pedagogical and learning design competence 39.89% implemented, 60.1% did not implement in learning. Based on the data above that required enhancement competence, skills-based technology is suggested for welcome industry 5.0.
 Keywords: physical education, industry 5.0, tda method

Video consultations in reproductive medicine: Safety, feasibility and patient satisfaction

ObjectiveTo study the safety and feasibility of virtual consultations in reproductive medicine. DesignThis was a descriptive cross-sectional study involving subfertile patients attending a video consultation between September 2021 and August 2022. Clinicians conducting virtual consultations during the same period responded to a parallel survey for healthcare professionals. SettingUniversity Hospital in Manchester, UK. ParticipantsSubfertile patients attending a virtual consultation. Healthcare professionals conducting virtual consultations. InterventionThe survey link was offered in 4,932 consultations. A total of 577 (11.69%) patients responded and 510 completed the questionnaire (88.3%). Main outcome measuresPatient satisfaction measured as the percentage of patients preferring virtual to in person consultations. ResultsThe majority of the patients (475, 91.70%) had a positive experience with the video consultation and just under half of the patients (152, 48.65%) preferred a video consultation to an in person consultation due to cost and time savings. Most patients (375, 72.68%) felt safer and less exposed to COVID-19. When the risk of COVID-19 subsides, 242 patients (47%) would still prefer to attend video consultations, while 169 (32.82%) had no preference. Analysis of the responses from patients reporting a negative experience identified technical problems as a possible cause. The virtual consultations appeared to be suitable for patients with disabilities. The clinicians’ survey identified potential legal and ethical concerns. ConclusionVirtual consultations are a safe and feasible alternative to in person consultations for subfertile patients. This large cross-sectional study revealed a high rate of patient satisfaction. Appropriate patient selection accounting for IT literacy, English language understanding and preference is crucial for successful virtual consultations. Further consideration should be given to ethical and legal challenges of virtual consultations. Trial registration: Research Registry, UIN 6912, https://www.researchregistry.com/browse-the-registry

Challenges Introducing a Novel Health Assessment System in Disaster-prone Japan: Community-Oriented Approach for Comprehensive Healthcare in Emergency Situations (COACHES)

Introduction:Collecting real-time individual health data of all disaster-affected populations is usually considered impossible. The University of Kochi's team and its partners conceived a novel health assessment system named "Community Oriented Approach for Comprehensive Healthcare in Emergency Situations (COACHES)." It collects individual health data anonymously and records such data in a cloud-based database. The system runs on any personal mobile device by scanning a personal identification code (QR code). It is expected that anyone on site with qualifications in healthcare will run this system as a volunteer to ensure data reliability. The COACHES app development is in process, and its prototype is currently available. This study aimed to assess how people react to the novel system and see the feasibility of installation in Japan.Method:Two focus group interviews (FGI) were conducted in a small coastal village in western Japan. The village anticipates severe damages with days of isolation once a large-scale earthquake followed by a tsunami hits the area. The first FGI was held with nine purposively recruited participants. The second FGI was held one month after and included seven of the first FGI participants with one of the absent participants providing a written response. FGI was for one-hour each, with discussion following the system demonstration. The voice data during the FGI were recorded and analyzed. The research was approved by the University of Kochi IRB.Results:Some showed intense interest in the system, whereas concerns such as the privacy violation for using personal devices, the availability of healthcare personnel, or a fear that anonymous data collection may delay identifying a person in need of assistance.Conclusion:Further studies are proposed, particularly in recruiting volunteers, data storage in case of technical damage, and how to make people with limited IT literacy comfortable using the new system.

Farmers’ Profitability through Online Sales of Organic Vegetables and Fruits during the COVID-19 Pandemic—An Empirical Study

The purpose of this research is to empirically identify the association of the IT literacy of farmers and their profitability through online sales of fresh organic fruits and vegetables during the COVID-19 pandemic. The methodology used in the research is quantitative in nature. A closed-end questionnaire has been used as a survey tool to collect data from Indian farmers. The farmers’ IT literacy and attitudes towards organic farming are independent variables, and the frequency of sales of products through online stores and farmers’ profitability are the dependent variables. The researcher has attempted to study how the outbreak of COVID-19 has moderated the relationship between the independent and dependent variables. The sample size is 271 farmers who sell their products through online stores. The findings reveal that the farmers’ attitude towards organic farming and their IT literacy correlate with the profitability of online sales. Further, the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic has moderated the relationship between both the dependent and independent variables. This research will help the government in formulating policies for facilitating farmers to sell their produce through online modes. The study could be further extended by collecting data from farmers from different Asian countries and comparing the results with those of the present research findings.

COVID in Australia: HR managers' challenges and opportunities

Transitions to working from home due to the COVID pandemic led to a proliferation of literature and industry reports on changed work practices. However, this study set out to advance understanding of how human resource professionals managed the crises – adding to the limited literature on this perspective. Data was collected during late 2020/early 2021 through interviews with human resource professionals. Data was analysed using coding techniques enabling findings to be organised into relevant concepts and categories. Contributions to practice include the range of challenges and opportunities associated with working from home, which are outlined here as technical and behavioural recommendations. These include the need for improved IT support and IT literacy across the workforce; issues linked to employee isolation, managing privacy, workload, and the management of remote employees. This paper draws on institutional theory, stressing the importance of context in shaping HRM strategies in times of crises.

The Effectiveness of "Sipentik" as an Authentic Assessment Application for Increasing Student IT Literacy

MTs and SMP teachers in Rowosari Kendal District have difficulty carrying out authentic assessments manually because the components being assessed and the number of students to be observed are not small, and it takes a lot of time and effort, and they are prone to errors or omissions in the assessment. In addition, they are aware that the assessment is still focused on the cognitive aspects of students through learning achievement tests, while the assessment of attitudes and skills is only at a glance without using assessment instruments, besides that teachers must address technological developments that are increasingly accelerating and it is important to increase students' IT literacy. One of the potential learning methods to help teachers in authentic assessment and improve IT literacy is by applying the Authentic Assessment System (Sipentik) application.. The purpose of this research is to describe and analyze the characteristics of Sipentik as an authentic assessment application for teachers and the effectiveness of the Sipentik application in the teaching and learning process in schools. This type of field research uses a mixed methods approach with an embedded experimental model design , with data collection techniques through documentation, questionnaires, observations, and interviews. The data that has been collected can then be analyzed through quantitative and qualitative data analysis. The results of the study show that: 1) "Sipentik" as an authentic assessment application for teachers has the characteristics of this internet-based application with its main feature being technology for authentically assessing students, besides that it can also help teachers manage the learning system in class more easily and directed, also makes teachers more able to improve IT literacy. 2) The Sipentik application in the teaching and learning process in schools is effective as an authentic teacher assessment to improve students' IT literacy at SMP N 1 Rowosari, 3) The authentic assessment of SMP N 1 Rowosari teachers using the Sipentik application shows better and more effective than using the manual.

E-LEARNING ADOPTION READINESS IN SECONDARY EDUCATION OF DEVELOPED AND DEVELOPING COUNTRIES: A SYSTEMATIC LITERATURE REVIEW

Situation in COVID-19 pandemic forced educational activity to shift from face-to-face to blended learning or to full online learning. This situation becomes a problem in different academic levels, especially secondary education as some teachers and students were not ready. This “E-Learning Adoption Readiness in Secondary Education: A Systematic Literature Review” article summarized the influencing factors and issues of readiness in adopting e-Learning in high school, including the technologies and communication tools, as the foundation of analysis. The research objective is to identify and compare e-Learning adoption between developed and developing countries during pandemic. This article used Kitchenham and Charter method which extract data research published in databases such as Scopus and Science Direct. This research found distinct gaps between developed and developing countries in the context of e-learning readiness adoption and factors that influenced the said adoption. We conclude that there are still a numbers of basic internal and external factors that need to be considered in e-Learning adoption, especially in developing countries. The implication and recommendation for the adoption during pandemic is hoped to be insightful for future research in the same field, as there are significant differences in developing and developed countries, especially regarding IT literacy.

IMPACT OF DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES ON THE TRANSFORMATION OF THE LABOR MARKET

Introduction. In the conditions of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, the Ukrainian labor market was greatly affected by digital transformation. New professions are emerging, new competencies are needed, the landscape of demand and supply on the labor market has changed. In this regard, research devoted to the clarification of theoretical and methodological approaches to the study of the transformation of the labor market was updated. Goal. The challenges of the new economy, which affected the field of employment, determined new trends to accelerate changes in the field of digitization, automation and robotization of the labor market. Methods. The following modern research methods were used to achieve the defined goal and fulfill the outlined tasks: forecasting method - to identify future advantages when using artificial intelligence, digitization in the labor market; the grouping method - for the classification of methods and factors influencing the transformation of the labor market; historical and logical analysis - to reveal the process of formation and development of digital technologies in the labor market; modeling method - for building digital competences. An analysis of changes in the labor market under the conditions of the Fourth Industrial Revolution was carried out. The transformations taking place in the social and labor sphere under the influence of information and communication technologies, network systems, other resources and institutions of the new digital economy are a complete, comprehensive transformation of values, motivational attitudes, hierarchies, sources of development, the structure of resources, forms and technologies of interaction, forms and scales of employment, level, structure, income differentiation. Results. Attention is paid to the issue of dependence on the introduction of automation and robotization of production and the reduction of demand for workers with a low level of education and low professional qualifications. It is noted that under the influence of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, the main attention will be paid to digital competences in the near future. It was determined that the development of the digital economy, despite the possible threat of the disappearance of certain professions, can lead to an increase in the level of employment in the country due to the creation of conditions for the emergence of new professions, but on digital platforms. The impact of digital technologies on changes in employment was analyzed, the most in-demand competencies and skills on the labor market were determined. It is substantiated that the transformation of employment from the point of view of digitalization creates a demand for competencies that will enable specialists to work with complex digital systems, platforms, special equipment, demonstrate analytical skills, emotional intelligence, a high level of IT literacy, apply systems thinking, etc. Conclusions. The labor market is undergoing significant changes during the Fourth Industrial Revolution, which includes high-tech and digital innovations in the field of information production and processing. Industry 4.0 is defined by the use of advanced production technologies, such as the Internet of Things, artificial intelligence, data analysis, robotics, lockchain, etc., which significantly affect the digitalization of the labor market. The latter affects the demand for labor, causing changes in certain professions.

ICT as enabler for the adoption of knowledge management practices in selected north-west Nigeria federal university libraries

Managing knowledge in libraries is an essential role in librarianship. Information and communication technology (ICT) is an enabler that facilitate library routines including knowledge management practices. The objectives of this study include to assess the level of adoption of knowledge management practices, to establish the extent of ICT application in knowledge management and assess the relevance of ICT facilities in knowledge management practices in university libraries. This study applied descriptive research and had a target population of three hundred and ninety-three (393) librarians and the sample size of the study was 191. Questionnaires method were used for data collection. Descriptive statistic methods was used in analyzing the data collected while tables, frequencies, percentages and charts were used for tabulation and presentation. This study found out that university libraries often applied information and communication technology (ICT) in performing library routines (activities). The study also established that ICT was used to share knowledge among librarians and available ICT facilities were used to provide different services in the university libraries. The study recommend that the university and library management should invest greatly by improving the budget of library to enable the library to install relevant facilities/tools and materials for IT literacy.

Peran Pesantren dalam Era Digital

This research aims to find out more deeply about the role of Islamic boarding schools in the digital era that emerged amid the Industry 4.0 and Society 5.0 markets. This research uses a type of qualitative research with a descriptive analysis method and describes it in a systematic, comprehensive, and holistic manner. Then the results of research on the role of Islamic boarding schools in the digital era can utilize various kinds of technology instead of being tossed around by the world of technology. Islamic boarding schools can also take advantage of digital technology in bureaucracy, administration, and in preaching. There are at least two constrictive steps that can be taken by Islamic boarding schools, namely Islamic boarding schools must be able to adapt to the times without losing their characteristics as Islamic boarding schools, and be able to fill digital space wisely. Islamic boarding schools are also undergoing reconstruction in facing the era of Society 5.0, especially in terms of curriculum, they must develop leadership competencies, language skills, IT literacy, writing skills, problem-solving, and critical thinking. As well as the efforts of Islamic boarding schools to enter into PISA, namely implementing HOTS Literacy-based learning, carrying out trials of questions in a format like the PISA test questions, increasing the competence of educators in Islamic boarding schools in HOTS Literacy-based learning, increasing the competence of educators in Islamic boarding schools in developing learning tools. which leads to PISA through Micro-Learning workshops, and provides links to simulation questions for PISA that are easily accessible to students.

The impact of IT literacy on LIS professionals’ handling of e-resources in engineering college libraries of Karnataka: A study

The impact of IT literacy on LIS professionals’ handling of e-resources in engineering college libraries of Karnataka: A study

Society as Human Capital in Superior Era

Along with the development of technology, now society has entered the 5.0 era where technology is a necessity that must be owned by every society. Therefore, in order to face the era Society 5.0, every country and region must have superior human resources. This study examines the superiority of human resources in the era of society in terms of mastery of technology and Islamic behavior. This research method uses literature study. The results of the study indicate that the skills that must be possessed in order to achieve superior human resources are the ability of Language Skills, IT Literacy, Writing Skills, innovative, and creative. In addition, other abilities that must be possessed are by instilling religious values in people's lives, both for those who work for companies and those who have their own businesses, such as motivation, religious education, business networks, religious insight, and inculcating al-Islamic values. Al-Qur'an.