Mobile Skills Research Articles

Reflections of digital technologies on human resources management in the tourism sector

PurposeThe aim of this study is to examine in detail the impact of technological advancements on the workforce within the tourism industry. Specifically, it seeks to understand the effects of information and communication technologies (ICT), social media, the internet and websites, mobile technologies and other technological developments on workforce dynamics, skill requirements and job descriptions. The research intends to analyze how technological innovations are transforming the workforce and how these transformations are influencing practices within the industry.Design/methodology/approachThis study employs a comprehensive literature review to understand the impact of technological innovations on the workforce in the tourism industry. The research aims to conduct an in-depth examination of empirical data obtained from extensive databases in the fields of technology and tourism and detail the effects of technological advancements on the workforce. Additionally, it includes a general assessment of trends and transformation processes within the sector by synthesizing findings from existing literature on the relationship between technology and workforce.FindingsThe results of the research reveal that technological innovations have fundamentally transformed workforce dynamics and job descriptions. Developments in information technology have led to the automation of routine tasks and the creation of high-skilled new job roles. Social media has contributed to the emergence of new job roles and skill requirements, while the internet and websites have altered digital marketing strategies. Mobile technologies have increased the necessity for the workforce to develop mobile skills. Furthermore, big data and artificial intelligence applications have enhanced the workforce’s data management and analysis capabilities.Originality/valueThis study makes a significant contribution to understanding the impact of technological innovations on the workforce in the tourism industry. The findings emphasize how technological changes have altered skill requirements and job descriptions, highlighting the increased need for continuous education and skill development.

Digital Divide dalam Adopsi Mobile Banking di Kota Purbalingga: Suatu Kajian

One sign of progress in the banking industry is the creation of mobile banking services that provide convenience for customers. However, the use of mobile banking is not evenly distributed in all regions, one of which is Purbalingga City which still has minimal use of digital transactions, especially mobile banking. This research aims to find out whether there is a digital gap regarding the use of mobile banking in Purbalingga City. This research uses digital divide variables consisting of motivation, physical & material access, mobile banking skills and also usage, using quantitative methods using PLS-SEM as a data analysis technique. The sampling technique used in this research is nonprobability sampling with purposive sampling. Data collection uses secondary data and primary data through distributing questionnaires. This research consists of 301 samples taken from the population of the Purbalingga City community who use mobile banking. The results of this research show that there are 4 (four) latent variables consisting of motivation, physical and material access, as well as skills and use of mobile banking have a positive and significant effect on the use of m-banking in Purbalingga City.

Digital Inclusion among Community Older Adults in the Republic of Korea: Measuring Digital Skills and Health Consequences.

Many older adults are increasingly embracing digital technology in the Republic of Korea. This study investigated the relationship between the digital skills of Korean older adults and their perceived health status and digital technology application for health promotion. This mixed-method study comprised a community survey of 434 older adults aged ≥65 in two cities in South Korea, followed by focus group interviews. Five types of digital skills, 'operational internet skills', 'information navigation skills', 'social skills', 'creative skills', and 'mobile skills', were measured using the LSE digital skill measurement instrument. Multivariable analysis identified the influence of digital skills on health-related outcomes. Among them, 'social skills' associated positively with self-rated health (β 0.37, 95%CI 0.08, 0.65). 'Information navigation skills' contributed positively to the use of digital technology and the internet for a healthy lifestyle in terms of improving eating habits (β 0.43, 95%CI 0.09, 0.77), accessing healthcare (β 0.53, 95%CI 0.21, 0.85), and accessing long-term care services (β 0.45, 95%CI 0.11, 0.79). Thematic analysis revealed that the study participants use Korean language-based resources such as Naver and Kakao Talk for social connection to promote a healthy lifestyle. This study concludes that encouraging initial and sustained use of the internet and enhancing digital skills among Korean older adults can promote active and healthy aging.

English A cross cultural investigation on Smart Home Technology:

Some individuals may feel threatened by the digital age and suffer from technophobia, whereas technophilic individuals embrace new technologies. Relying on a study of 243 participants aged 18-65, this study explored the roles of technophobia, technophilia, trust in technology, and digital competence, and how they interact within the SHT paradigm. Technophobia positively correlated with age and negatively with ownership and most digital skills. Males outscored females in overall competence, especially in creative digital skills and technophilia. Spanish participants scored higher than English participants on operational digital skills, creative digital skills, and technophilia-dependency. A hierarchical regression model with technophobia as the dependent variable showed that operational, navigational, and mobile digital skills contributed negatively to technophobia. Technophilia-enthusiasm negatively predicted technophobia, whereas technophilia-reputation did so positively. Culture and gender were not significant predictors of technophobia in this context. There is a need to provide digital skills for all sections of society to increase self-efficacy and counterbalance any feelings of anxiety and technophobia that may manifest in individuals who feel left behind in the modern digital world. The onus is for SHT manufacturers to design products that require basic digital skills and are custom-made for different populations cohorts within society.

A student-centred approach: the mobile Outreach Skills Clinic for Assessment.

A student-centred approach: the mobile Outreach Skills Clinic for Assessment.

Penggunaan Mobile Banking di Denpasar Bali: Perspektif Digital Divide

The development of digital technology in the era of Industry 4.0 has facilitated societal activities. The internet penetration rate in Indonesia has reached 72.02 percent, indicating high internet access. The innovation of mobile banking by Bank Indonesia has helped simplify transactions, although the value of mobile banking transactions is still lower compared to conventional banks. In Bali, a region with rapid economic growth and high internet access, coupled with the increasing use of e-money, however, the level of digital literacy in Bali is still low, with a score of 47.48, which needs to be improved. The use of mobile banking needs to be balanced with efforts to bridge the digital divide. The research utilizes a quantitative method with data analysis techniques using PLS-SEM through WarpPLS 7.0 software. Nonprobability purposive sampling is used as the sampling technique. Data collection involves primary and secondary data through the distribution of questionnaires. The sample size in this research is 302 respondents from the population of mobile banking users in Denpasar. The findings indicate that motivation, physical and material access, mobile banking skills, and usage significantly and positively influence the use of mobile banking in Denpasar.

Information Technology Students’ Insights from Their On-The-Job Training: Input to an Internship Manual

This quantitative research utilizing the descriptive-survey design assessed the on-the-job training performance of the Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT) students. Ninety-four students have completed their on-the-job training in school year 2017-2018 and have participated in the study. The data were collected using a survey questionnaire and descriptively treated using frequency, percentage, and weighted mean. In addition, the qualitative part of the post-evaluation survey form was treated using thematic analysis. The study revealed the following: the partner-company organization is related to the student’s specialization as they utilized IT-based software and assigned tasks related to information technology. Student trainees were able to develop their communication skills while mobile application development skills were identified as the least. OJT students also identified Professional Ethics and Values Education for IT, Multimedia Systems, Operating Systems as well as Oral Communication, Fundamentals of Grammar, and Presentation Skills and Technical Writing as the most relevant subject courses; and they perceived doing work not related to information technology, extended OJT, overtime, and certain provision of existing manual as problems. The researchers concluded that the BSIT Internship manual when implemented can effectively improve their field work performance

TEACHING MATERIAL ON MOBILE LEARNING-BASED DIGITAL LITERACY AS A PREVENTIVE MEASURE FOR SOCIAL MEDIA CONFLICT

This research was conducted with the aim of producing instructional materials on mobile learning-based digital literacy skills as a preventive measure for social media conflicts. The researchers conducted this study using a research and development (R&D) design. We conduct data collection through the techniques of observation, interview, and validation testing. Researchers use the qualitative analysis method to analyze data on instructional needs and validation. Based on the analysis of the collected data, researchers are able to draw conclusions. Media experts and subject matter experts present prominent findings and corrections, from which conclusions are derived. that the instructional materials on digital literacy based on mobile learning are suitable for use as a preventive measure for social media conflicts.

A37: An Experimental Study on the Effect of Traditional Old Games on Fundamental Motor Skills of Children Aged 7-8

Purpose: Fundamental Motor Skills as the "cornerstone" of children's healthy growth, its firmness determines children's future development. However, with the progress of science and technology and the convenience of modern life, the physical activity level of children has decreased significantly, and the development of basic motor skills has increased rapidly. Therefore, in October 2020, it was clearly proposed to gradually improve the school physical education teaching model of "health knowledge + basic sports skills + special sports skills". At the same time, as the wisdom crystallization of human development, traditional old games are increasingly replaced by the ever-changing electronic games and gradually fade out of human's vision. The inheritance of excellent traditional sports culture is in urgent need of improvement. Based on this, standing at the intersection of two hundred years of history, this study takes the opportunity of the introduction of excellent traditional sports culture into the campus, fully explores the action education value of traditional old games, integrates the design and implementation of online sports intervention of traditional old games, deeply discusses the influence and effect of traditional old games on basic sports skills, and tries to expand the ideas and perspectives of the inheritance of excellent traditional sports culture. To effectively promote the healthy growth of children to provide empirical reference. Methods: In this study, literature, experiment, interview, mathematical statistics, and other research methods were used to design and improve the teaching design of traditional games, and the first-grade students at a primary school in Shenzhen were selected for experimental research. Among them, 24 students (11 boys and 13 girls) in the experimental class used traditional old games for experimental intervention, while the control class (11 boys and 13 girls) conducted routine teaching arrangements. The experiment lasted for 4 weeks, twice a week for 30 minutes each time. The Gross Motor Development Scale III (TGMD-3) was used before and after the experiment to evaluate children's basic motor skill development, in order to verify the effectiveness of traditional games in improving children's basic motor ability development. Results: After the experiment, the overall level of basic motor skills (t=3.091, p=0.000 < 0.01), mobile skills (t=4.694, p=0.000 < 0.05) and mobile skills of female students (t=6.502, p=0.000 < 0.05) were significantly different between the experimental class and the control class. Conclusion: Through reasonable design and creation of the five principles of fun, feasible, antagonistic, educational, and changeable traditional games, can effectively improve the basic motor skills of 7-8 years old children; The intervention was suitable for the sensitive period of children's motor development, and the traditional online games had the most obvious effect on improving the mobile skills of 7-8 years old children. Influenced by social role awareness and growth sequence, there are significant gender differences in the influence of traditional old games on basic motor skills of children aged 7-8 years, and the development of motor skills of girls is significantly better than that of boys.

Digital Skills Required for the Sustainability of Small-Scale Businesses in Nigeria

The study examines the digital skills required for the sustainability of small-scale businesses in Nigeria. To accomplish the goal of the study, two research questions and corresponding null hypotheses were developed to direct the investigation. Data were gathered using a researcher-designed instrument called the "Digital Skills Required for the Sustainability of Small-Scale Business Questionnaire (DSRSSSBQ)”. A survey research strategy was chosen for the study. Thirty-five (35) registered small businesses in total provided feedback on the instrument. The study's statistical methods included descriptive statistics and an independent t-test. The results of this study showed that the sustainability of small businesses in Nigeria greatly depends on having the necessary content marketing skills (CMS) and mobile phone marketing skills (MPMS). According to the research, among other recommendations, it was advised that owners of small enterprises adopt the use of digital marketing skills to improve the sustainability of their business’s operations, particularly in the 21st century's electronic age.
 
 Received: 27 August 2023 / Accepted: 2 October 2023 / Published: 5 November 2023

Exploring the Effectiveness of Mobile Smartphones in Teaching Islamic Studies among Senior Secondary Schools

The need for Islamic Religious teachers in Senior High Schools to fully integrate ICT tools, especially smartphones, in enhancing effective and efficient teaching in digital processes compared to traditional teaching methods should not be underestimated. This study aims to analyze the integration of ICT mobile smartphones for effective teaching of Islamic studies among senior secondary schools. This study adopted research quantitative method of research. The instrument used for data collection was validated by three experts in Test & Measurement who found it appropriate for this study. A simple random sampling technique was used to select 194 out of 307 senior secondary school teachers of Islamic studies as the sample size of the study. A questionnaire titled "Effective Integration of Mobile Smartphones for Teaching Senior Secondary Schools Questionnaire (EIMSTSSQ)." The reliability of the instrument was determined using the test re-test reliability technique value of the correlation coefficient obtained at 0.87. The findings of the study revealed that senior secondary school teachers of Islamic studies integrate mobile smartphones for effective teaching of Islamic studies. Also, the study revealed that mobile App skills, Internet skills, mobile smartphones literacy skills, technical proficiency, communication skills, creativity skills, organization and time management, flexibility skills and pedagogical knowledge are the skills needed for the integration of mobile smartphones for effective teaching of senior secondary school. The study further revealed that male and female teachers integrate mobile smartphones to enhance the effective teaching of senior secondary school Islamic studies.

Confirmatory factor analysis of digital skills on the use of mobile banking services in Subang district

The research aimed to identify and validate the digital skills required to use mobile banking services in Subang Regency. The study used non-probability and purposive sampling techniques to survey 350 banking customers who use mobile banking services in the Subang Regency. The results of the digital skills factor analysis showed that the indicators of each latent variable, including operational mobile skills, information navigation skills, social skills, and creative skills, were valid and able to represent their respective constructs. However, the model fit value did not meet the criteria, indicating that modifications were necessary to obtain a fit model. This study provides a starting point for further research to explore the model using the Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) analysis method or make modifications using the Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) method to obtain a fit model that can contribute as a medium to confirm relevant and valid factors representing their constructs

The extent of awareness of the importance of using mobile learning systems among students specializing in educational technology at Taiz University in Yemen

The aim of the research is to investigate the extent of awareness regarding the skills of utilizing the Mobile Learning (M-Learning) system among students specializing in Educational Technology at Taiz University. In order to achieve the research objective and address its inquiries, a descriptive-analytical methodology was depending on this methodology is used in the analysis and investigation of research phenomena. The research sample comprised graduate students specializing in Educational Technology enrolled in the master’s program at Taiz University for the academic year 2023/2024, totalling 63 male and female students. A questionnaire was used as the data collection tool. Upon gathering and statistically analysing the research data, the results indicated that the research sample students possess awareness of the importance of mobile learning, with their awareness primarily cantered around the fundamental skills of utilizing mobile learning. The results also demonstrated a moderate level of awareness among students regarding their use of mobile learning skills. Their mobile and smart device use is largely restricted to communication and basic applications. However, there is a significant deficiency in their awareness of using mobile devices to access information online, engage in online courses, attend virtual conferences, and other skills available for students' educational and learning benefit. Several suggestions were put forward by the students to enhance effective utilization of mobile learning skills in education and learning. Among these suggestions were raising awareness about mobile learning skills and organizing training courses to equip students with the ability to employ mobile devices in the educational process. Consequently, a number of recommendations were made, including the necessity of incorporating mobile learning as a curriculum component for students, arranging training and awareness sessions on mobile learning skills, fostering students' interest, and encouraging them to acquire mobile learning skills. Additionally, the importance of being cognizant of the diverse uses of mobile learning to keep up with contemporary developments was emphasized.

Comparative Study of Android Native vs Cross-Platform Mobile Application Development

Abstract: This paper provides a comprehensive comparison between two prominent approaches to Android app development: native and cross-platform. It thoroughly analyzes various aspects relevant to enterprise and general mobile application development. The study examines project size, developer work comfort, popularity, performance, and documentation. Regarding project size, both native and cross-platform approaches are evaluated to determine their suitability for small to large-scale projects. The study also delves into developers' work comfort, investigating the ease of use and convenience associated with each approach. Popularity and adoption rates among developers are analyzed to understand the industry's prevailing trends. Moreover, the research examines the performance capabilities of both approaches, considering factors like speed and responsiveness. Lastly, the availability and comprehensiveness of documentation for each tech stack are assessed. After analyzing the paper, readers can gain a clear overview of the strengths and weaknesses of native and cross-platform development. This enables them to make informed decisions on which tech stack to learn and use when building Android applications, whether it's for enterprise purposes or to simply pursue mobile application development skills in general.

Mobile internet, skills and structural transformation in Rwanda

This paper examines the relationship between mobile internet, employment and structural transformation in Rwanda. Thanks to its ability to enable access to a wide range of ICT technologies, internet coverage has the potential to affect the dynamics and the composition of employment significantly. To demonstrate this, we have combined GSMA network coverage maps with individual-level information from national population censuses and labour force surveys, creating a district-level dataset of Rwanda that covers the 2002 to 2019 period. Our results show that an increase in mobile internet coverage affects the labour market in two ways. First, by increasing employment opportunities. Second, by contributing to changes in the composition of the labour market. Education, migration and shifts in demand are all instrumental in explaining our findings.

DIGITAL GAP ANALYSIS IN THE USE OF MOBILE BANKING APPLICATIONS IN THE CITY OF BANDUNG

This research discusses the digital divide in the use of mobile banking applications in the city of Bandung, Indonesia, where the use of mobile banking is still relatively minimal compared to other bank services. The study aims to analyze the digital divide based on four stages of using digital technology, which are motivation, physical access and material access, mobile banking skills, and usage. The author uses quantitative methods with the PLS-SEM multivariate analysis technique to determine the relationship between predetermined variables. For data processing, the author uses WarpPLS 8.0 where the data processed is based on samples taken through non-probability sampling using the purposive sampling method with a total of 300 respondents taken from part of the population of Bandung City who use mobile banking applications. Based on research that has been carried out by the author, it was obtained that the variables motivation, physical access and material access, mobile banking skills, and usage are stated to be significant. This shows that there is no digital divide in the use of mobile banking applications in the city of Bandung.

Digital Skill Confirmation Factor Analysis on the Use of Mobile Banking Services in the City of Surakarta

This study conducted in Surakarta, Indonesia aimed to examine the relationship between digital skills and mobile banking usage using Confirmatory Factor Analysis. The study revealed that operational mobile skills, information navigation skills, creative skills, and social skills were the factors that influenced mobile banking usage. However, despite the rapid development of mobile banking, there was still a digital divide. The study recommends modifying the index through Exploratory Factor Analysis for future research. The findings emphasize the significance of digital skills in mobile banking and can be useful for policymakers, mobile banking service providers, and users in Surakarta, Indonesia. This study contributes to the understanding of the relationship between digital skills and mobile banking usage and highlights the need for digital skill development in accessing mobile banking services in Surakarta, Indonesia.

The Roles of Personal Innovation and Task Technology Fit in Mobile Payment Retention

Purpose - This research aims to investigate the continuance intention of mobile payment services in Thailand based on the perceived innovativeness (PI) and task-technology fit (TTF) theories. The high attrition rate of mobile payment services in the market and lack of studies exploring the effect of personal attributes on continuance intention motivate the research. Design/Methodology/Approach - 544 Thai mobile payment users were surveyed. Relationships between mobile technology skills, perceived usefulness of mobile payment services, perceived ease of use, PI, TTF, and continuance intention were analyzed using structural equation modeling (SEM). Findings - The results indicate that perceived usefulness is the primary antecedent for TTF. Both TTF and PI were also found to have a significantly positive effect on the increase of continuance intention to use mobile payment services. Moreover, PI was found to have a strong negative moderating effect on the relationship between perceived task-technology fit and the continuance intention of using mobile payment services. Research Implications - The findings provide important insights for mobile payment service providers on how to effectively target users and increase the intention to continue using mobile payment services.

Development and Application of a Novel and Efficient Skills Assessment Tool: A Pilot Initiative to Measure Vasectomy Competency on a Smartphone

To develop and evaluate a mobile phone-based skills assessment tool that measures procedural competency of urology residents learning to perform a common, non-robotic urology procedure as a means of tracking current skillset and improvement over time. The assessment tool was a Qualtrics survey accessed via a smartphone link that breaks down a vasectomy into 6 critical steps. Level of competency was measured on a scale of '1-novice' to '5-expert.' Nine residents from Post graduate year (PGY)-1 to PGY-5 were evaluated by one instructor after completing a vasectomy (86 single-side cases recorded over a 6-month period). We compared individual trainees to each other, analyzed performance (improvement) over time, and evaluated competency against cohort and program averages. As an example, a single resident ('Resident 2,' N = 11 cases) was compared to cohort (PGY, M = 7.5/resident) and program (all residents, M = 7.4/resident). Results indicate similar skillfulness across Step 1 (puncturing and isolation of vas and hand positioning; P > 0.1), but marginally lower competency on Step 2 (opening of vasal sheath to expose/isolate vas; vs. cohort: P = 0.076, vs. residents: P = 0.082). Significantly lower competency on Steps 3-6 (all P < 0.04) suggests targeted teaching could improve cautery technique, fascial interposition, hemostasis, and positioning of stumps. Our mobile-based skills assessment is a low cost, novel, and efficient assessment that would support current Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) goals to increase competency-based residency training. This tool is easily created and accessed, provides real-time feedback to learners, and can be used for individual and group assessment at a single timepoint or longitudinally.

From digital divide to digital capital: the role of education and digital skills in social media participation

Social media platforms have become significant media for participating in society. This, and society’s digitalization overall, has resulted in concerns regarding access and inclusion. By combining theories of social media participation and digital inequality, we explore issues regarding the prerequisites of participating through social media platforms, focusing especially on education. Through an analysis of data from a representative survey study in Finland (N = 3724), we illuminate the ambiguity of the perceived obstacles to both digital skills and political participation. We further build on the concept of digital capital to show the significant mediating effect of digital skills on education and participation. By utilizing the ISS (Internet Skills Scale), we break down digital skills into operational, information navigation, social, creative and mobile skills, and show how the operational skills have most significant mediator between education and political participation in social media. In studying digital inequality, we claim that the concept of digital capital is a valuable tool to illuminate the mechanisms for overcoming digital divides through the transaction of other forms of capital into digital capital, and digital capital to other forms of capital, in this case political capital.