Journal articles: 'Digital Divide 7'

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Gilleard, Chris, and Paul Higgs. "Internet use and the digital divide in the English longitudinal study of ageing." European Journal of Ageing 5, no. 3 (2008): 233–39. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10433-008-0083-7.

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Postma, Thomas C., Leanne M. Sykes, André Uys, Paul Brandt, and Elmine Crafford. "The 'Digital Access Divide' at a South African Dental School - A cross-sectional study - Part 1." South African Dental Journal 75, no. 7 (2020): 373–76. http://dx.doi.org/10.17159/2519-0105/2020/v75no7a4.

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This study sought to investigate the digital divide, from an access perspective, of dental students at the University of Pretoria. Second to final year students (n= 218 (87.2% response rate) completed a custom-designed survey at the end of 2017. The investigation enquired about the digital devices and infra-structure they owned and used for study purposes. They were also asked to reveal the networks and resources they used to access online platforms and to comment on any other related access issues such as the quality of the Internet, speed and reliability, as well as cost and personal implications related to usage. A clear divide could be detected for a minority of students (±1/7). Individually targeted interventions will be required to ensure an equitable and fair online learning experience.

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Kozyr, N. S. "Current issues of digitalisation of social and economic systems." Vestnik Universiteta 1, no. 7 (2022): 54–59. http://dx.doi.org/10.26425/1816-4277-2022-7-54-59.

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The object of the research is the issues of digital transformation, which must be taken into account in the national policy of the Russian Federation for the successful implementation of ambitious national goals of technological development of society and the state. The article analyzes the experience of foreign countries in topical issues (digital agenda; digital government; digital divide), which are defined as an integral part of digitalisation and have mutual influence. The author came to the conclusion that in the digital agenda, only comprehensive measures to improve citizens’ living standards can become effective tools for solving the problem of public resistance to technological development. The successful functioning of digital government is based on nine components of evolutionary development, where the final stage should be the digital ecosystem of the state. The digital divide, which significantly affects the stability of socio-economic systems, is the most difficult issue to focus on when developing roadmaps for technological improvement.

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Dharmanna, Madar, and Basavaraja G2 Dr. "Unleashing the Power of Digital India: Achieving Inclusion and Equity for All." International Journal of Advance and Applied Research 4, no. 17 (2023): 75–83. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.7936660.

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The Digital India programme has been hailed as a revolutionary force for India with the power to close the digital divide, decrease inequality, and improve access to basic services. This study examines the potential of Digital India to build a just and inclusive society for all people, with a focus on the contribution of the state, business, and civil society. It looks at the advancements made thus far, the problems that still need to be solved, and potential solutions to make sure that all citizens can take advantage of the digital revolution. The article goes on to discuss the need to provide a supportive environment for digital infrastructure, increase the capability of people and organisations to use technology, and aid those who face barriers to utilising and accessing digital services. The essay also explores the significance of legislative and regulatory frameworks that support data privacy and digital inclusion. India has made impressive strides in recent years in harnessing the latent of digital technology to promote societal and economic development. The government has set out on a quest to build an inclusive digital infrastructure that would allow for the equal distribution of resources and services to all of its residents with the launch of Digital India. In order to achieve inclusive growth, equal access to services and resources, and enhanced quality of life for everyone, this article evaluates the possibilities of Digital India. The National Digital Communications Policy, the National e-Governance Plan, the Digital India Initiative, and the Digital India Program are among the different elements of Digital India that are covered in the introduction. The subsequent section looks at the many steps taken to guarantee the effective execution of these components as well as the difficulties encountered. Finally, it investigates how India may use technology to promote more fairness and inclusion for all. In order to ensure long-term sustainability and fully realise the promise of Digital India, the essay suggests that India must continue to invest in its digital infrastructure.

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Wallis, Jake. "Google and the Digital Divide: The Bias of Online Knowledge20116Elad Segev. Google and the Digital Divide: The Bias of Online Knowledge. Oxford: Chandos Publishing 2010. 222 pp. £47.00, ISBN: 978‐1‐84334‐565‐7." Library Review 60, no. 4 (2011): 352–53. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/00242531111127938.

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Senthilnathan Palaniappan. "Socio Connect: Bridging Citizens and Government Initiatives with Intelligent Systems." Journal of Electrical Systems 20, no. 10s (2024): 6434–42. http://dx.doi.org/10.52783/jes.6663.

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The digital divide in India presents significant barriers for economically disadvantaged and illiterate citizens, obstructing their access to essential government services and information. Despite various efforts to bridge this divide, such as the UMANG (Unified Mobile Application for New-age Governance) app, which consolidates multiple government services into a single platform, these solutions primarily cater to literate users with access to modern technology. The UMANG app, while comprehensive, remains inaccessible to those who are illiterate, semi-literate, or lack advanced devices [1][2]. Research highlights that a large segment of the Indian population continues to rely on basic mobile phones, which limits their ability to access digital services [3][4]. Our proposed solution, SOCIO CONNECT, addresses this gap by utilizing basic mobile technology to deliver government services through voice calls, making it accessible to both literate and illiterate users. By integrating voice-based interaction with government schemes, SOCIO CONNECT aims to enhance inclusivity and empower marginalized citizens who are otherwise excluded from digital solutions [5][6][7].

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Huang, Shu-Chin, and John Lew Cox. "Establishing a social entrepreneurial system to bridge the digital divide for the poor: a case study for Taiwan." Universal Access in the Information Society 15, no. 2 (2014): 219–36. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10209-014-0379-7.

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Sassolas-Serrayet, Timothée, Rodolphe Cattin, Matthieu Ferry, Vincent Godard, and Martine Simoes. "Estimating the disequilibrium in denudation rates due to divide migration at the scale of river basins." Earth Surface Dynamics 7, no. 4 (2019): 1041–57. http://dx.doi.org/10.5194/esurf-7-1041-2019.

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Abstract. Basin-averaged denudation rates may locally exhibit a wide dispersion, even in areas where the topographic steady state is supposedly achieved regionally. This dispersion is often attributed to the accuracy of the data or to some degree of natural variability of local erosion rates which can be related to stochastic processes such as landsliding. Another physical explanation of this dispersion is local and transient disequilibrium between tectonic forcing and erosion at the scale of catchments. Recent studies have shown that basin divide migration can potentially induce such perturbations, and they propose metrics to assess divide mobility based on cross-divide contrasts in headwater topographic features. Here, we use a set of landscape evolution models assuming spatially uniform uplift, rock strength and rainfall to assess the effect of divide mobility on basin-wide denudation rates. We propose using basin-averaged aggressivity metrics based on cross-divide contrasts (1) in channel χ, an integral function of position in the channel network; (2) in channel local gradient; and (3) in channel height, measured at a reference drainage area. From our simulations, we show that the metric based on differences in χ is the most reliable to diagnose local disequilibrium. The other metrics are more suitable for relatively active tectonic regions such as mountain belts, where contrasts in local gradient and elevation are more important. We find that the ratio of basin denudation associated with drainage migration to uplift can reach a factor of 2, regardless of the imposed uplift rate, erodibility, diffusivity coefficient or critical hillslope gradient. A comparison with field observations in the Great Smoky Mountains (southern Appalachians, USA) underlines the difficulty of using the metric based on χ, which depends on the – poorly constrained – elevation of the outlet of the investigated catchment. Regardless of the considered metrics, we show that observed dispersion is controlled by catchment size: a smaller basin may be more sensitive to divide migration and hence to disequilibrium. Our results thus highlight the relevance of divide stability analysis from digital elevation models as a fundamental preliminary step for basin-wide denudation rate studies based on cosmogenic radionuclide concentrations.

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Afandi, Khoirunnisa, and M. Habibullah Arief. "GoFood Sebagai Saluran Pemasaran Digital: Pemberdayaan UMKM Kedai Arabian Shawarma Dalam Transformasi Digital Melalui Pendampingan Teknis." TEKIBA : Jurnal Teknologi dan Pengabdian Masyarakat 5, no. 2 (2025): 120–35. https://doi.org/10.36526/tekiba.v5i2.5404.

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This community service program aimed to empower the culinary micro-business Kebab Arabian Shawarma DR Soebandi through digital transformation using the GoFood platform. The partner faced challenges in digital marketing, including low technical literacy, lack of digital presence, and ineffective sales strategies, resulting in limited market reach and low revenue (average 5–7 orders/day, Rp6–8 million/month). The intervention employed a hybrid method combining technical assistance (GoFood account setup, product optimization, QRIS integration) and knowledge transfer (digital marketing training, promotional strategies). Results showed significant improvements: a 45% increase in revenue (Rp12.3 million/month), 85% digital transaction adoption, and expanded customer reach (35% new customers via GoFood). The program’s novelty lies in its gender-inclusive approach, focusing on female entrepreneurs, and its holistic integration of technical and educational support. Outcomes included enhanced digital literacy, independent platform management, and sustainable business growth, demonstrating the effectiveness of structured mentoring in bridging the digital divide for MSMEs.

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Zilka, Gila Cohen. "Attitudes of preservice kindergarten teachers toward the integration of computers and the reduction of the digital divide in kindergartens." Educational Technology Research and Development 69, no. 2 (2021): 711–31. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s11423-021-09982-7.

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Čižo, Edmunds, Nelly Bogdanova, Iveta Mietule, Anita Kokarēviča, and Janis Kudins. "Inequality among residents and enterprises in the Latvian online market of digital marketing." Baltic Region 16, no. 3 (2024): 136–62. https://doi.org/10.5922/2079-8555-2024-3-7.

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Despite the widespread adoption of digital technologies and their potential to break down traditional barriers in business and communication, many Latvian residents and enterprises still lack access to digital marketing tools and the advantages they offer. This article aims to analyze inequality among residents and enterprises in the Latvian online market of digital marketing. The conceptual basis of the study is the technology acceptance model (TAM), the theory of digital divide and the resource approach based on the theory of social fields. For dynamic analysis of statistical data, the con(di)vergence of indicators of the involvement of various socio-demographic and geographical groups of Latvian residents and enterprises in the online market of digital marketing is assessed. The empirical study is based on Latvian statistics for 2013—2022 (for some indicators — 2023). The results of the study show that the development of digital marketing in Latvia is happening very quickly, but the potential for development still remains very large, since with 90 % of Latvian residents regularly (at least once a week) using the internet, more than 30 % of Latvians have not yet made a purchase or order on the internet. The development of digital marketing in Latvia reduces socio-demographic and geographical inequalities among residents and enterprises in the online market in relation to the ‘digital inequality of input’ (access to the online market), but in relation to the ‘digital inequality of output’ (returns from this access) the equalizing opportunities of digital marketing in Latvia (especially in its regions) are limited by the specifics of the functioning of the economy based on social capital. In this economy, models and theories developed for the economy based on innovation practically do not work. The novelty of this study is a comprehensive analysis of the general background and dynamics of the development of the Latvian online market of digital marketing in the context of digital inequality among residents and enterprises.

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Kilbridge, Kerry L., William Martin-Doyle, Christopher Paul Filson, Sierra Williams, Quoc-Dien Trinh, and Viraj A. Master. "Characterizing the digital divide in a diverse cohort of African American (AA) patients (pts) with prostate cancer (PCa)." Journal of Clinical Oncology 41, no. 16_suppl (2023): e18571-e18571. http://dx.doi.org/10.1200/jco.2023.41.16_suppl.e18571.

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e18571 Background: We assessed pts’ self-reported access and ability to use a computer (C) and/or smart phone as part of a larger study exploring treatment decisions in a diverse group of AA PCa pts. Methods: Face-to-face interviews were conducted in a prospective cohort of 152 newly diagnosed early-stage AA PCa pts at Grady Memorial Hospital and the Atlanta Veterans Administration Hospital. Pts were asked whether they had access to a C, whether they had a C in their home, and whether they knew how to use a C. The questions were also asked about smart phones with Internet access. Demographics were collected including income, education (ed), and health literacy (lit) measured with the Rapid Estimate of Adult Literacy in Medicine (categorized as ≤ Grade (Gr) 3; Gr 4-6; Gr 7-8; and high school (HS)). Fisher’s exact test and logistic regression were employed to identify variables associated with the ability to use a C or smart phone. Due to the hypothesis generating, exploratory nature of the current analysis, no adjustments were made for multiple comparisons. Results: Age ranged 44-81. Annual income categories ranged from <$10,000 to >$76,000. Ed ranged from 4 years to 20. Most pts, 62%, had low health lit (< Gr 7-8) but 38% had adequate health lit (HS). In the lowest categories of each variable, more pts had access to a smart phone or C than had a smart phone or C at home, which in turn was greater than the number of pts who knew how to use a smart phone or C. In the lowest categories of each variable, more men knew how to use a smart phone than a C. Of 72 men with some college ed or higher, 90% or more had a smart phone or C and knew how to use them compared with 67% (39/58) with HS ed and 50% (11/22) with < HS ed who knew how to use a smart phone (p < 0.001), and 55% (32/58) with HS ed and 27% (6/22) with < HS ed who knew how to use a C (p < 0.001). Although ~ 90% of pts with income <$25,000 annually had access to smart phones or Cs, 72% (46/64) knew how to use a smart phone (p = 0.016) and just 56% (36/64) knew how to use a C (p = 0.004). Among pts reading at < Gr 4-6, 62% (23/37) knew how to use a smart phone (p = 0.006) and only 43% (16/37) knew how to use a C (p < 0.001). In multivariate logistic models predicting knowledge of how to use Cs or smart phones including the covariates education, income, health lit, and age, education remained a significant predictor of knowledge. Compared to men with < HS ed, men with some college ed or higher were more likely to know how to use a C (OR 77.1, 95% CI 13.8-689, p < 0.001) and were also more likely to know how to use a smart phone (OR 23.0, 95% CI 4.7-176, p < 0.001). Conclusions: Between 28-50% of pts with < HS ed, annual income < $25,000, and < Gr 4-6 health lit do not know how to use a smart phone. Between 44-73% of pts with < HS ed, annual income < $25,000, and < Gr 4-6 health lit do not know how to use a C. Presuming that pts can use the Internet through a C or smart phone to participate in cancer care and research may exacerbate health disparities for the most vulnerable pts. Clinical trial information: NCT03322891 .

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Spradley, Laura. "Community Collaborations & Technology Successfully Connect Isolated Older Adults to Education & Activities." Innovation in Aging 5, Supplement_1 (2021): 923. http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/geroni/igab046.3342.

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Abstract Providing programs, activities and education to older adults (OA) is a challenge under normal circumstances. The Arkansas Geriatric Education Collaborative (AGEC) is a HRSA Geriatric Workforce Enhancement Program with a mission to “provide high quality programs that support healthy aging in Arkansas.” Prior to the pandemic, AGEC educators provided face-to-face programs to OA’s through senior centers, places of worship and other public venues. The pandemic changed all that. In-person programs were replaced with zoom presentations, social media events and pre-recorded programs placed on websites and patient-learn platforms for 24/7 viewing. Gaining viewership proved difficult and after collaborative research, it was determined the major barrier was a digital divide between access, usage and knowledge of digital platforms. To overcome this barrier, AGEC utilized TV, radio, libraries, digital infographics, newsletters and video tips addressing Wi-Fi and technology training. Videos, distributed via multiple routes, addressed basic topics such as “Creating and Utilizing Zoom and Facebook accounts” and “how to improve telehealth visits”. After establishment of a regular audience, AGEC engaged new and established partners and hosted a plethora of educational programs and activities further expanding the viewing audiences. In addition, with personalized emails and targeted marketing, AGEC engaged OA audiences in caregiving workshops, on-line caregiver support groups, telephone check-ins and exercise programs. Many OAs have found ways to bridge the digital divide and are engaged and active with educational and program activities and have used their new skills to connect with other OAs, grandkids, friends and even their spiritual communities.

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Santiago, Dicky, Cynthia Yohanna Kartikasari, and Aluisius Hery Prarono. "E-COMMERCE DAN WTO: VISUALISASI BIBLIOMETRIK ATAS TREN DAN POLA PENELITIAN GLOBAL." JMBI UNSRAT (Jurnal Ilmiah Manajemen Bisnis dan Inovasi Universitas Sam Ratulangi). 11, no. 2 (2024): 1530–47. https://doi.org/10.35794/jmbi.v11i2.57177.

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E-commerce telah menjadi bagian penting dari perdagangan internasional yang berkembang dengan pesat, sehingga diperlukan regulasi untuk mengelola tantangan dan peluang yang timbul. Artikel ini bertujuan untuk mengeksplorasi literature tentang peran serta World Trade Organization (WTO) menciptakan kerangka kerja yang mengatur perdagangan elektronik atau e-commerce di pasar global. Artikel ini mengadopsi pendekatan bibliometric untuk memahami pola dan tren dalam literatur dalam tata kelola perdagangan global dengan mengevaluasi dampak akademis dari penelitian dan publikasi. Studi ini memanfaatkan aplikasi Harzing PoP, untuk pengumpulan data dari Google Scholar untuk mencari publikasi ilmiah yang relevan. Selanjutnya, studi ini menggunakan VOS Viewer untuk memvisualisasikan jaringan artikel. Dari 978 artikel yang diakses menggunakan Harzing PoP, cluster yang dihasilkan dari aplikasi VOS Viewer ada 7 (tujuh), yaitu (1) organization, WTO member, (2) regulation framework, (3) digital trade, (4) international commerce, (5) digital divide, (6) strategy, (7) trade rule negotiation. Studi ini berkontribusi pada perkembagan teori perdagangan internasional, khususnya e-commerce. PoP membantu melakukan analisis peringkat (ranking analysis) berdasarkan topik yang dipilih. Kata kunci : e-commerce, regulation, global economy, WTO.

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Čižo, Edmunds, Nelly Bogdanova, Iveta Mietule, Anita Kokarevica, and Janis Kudins. "Inequality among residents and enterprises in the Latvian online market of digital marketing." Baltic Region 16, no. 3 (2024): 136–62. http://dx.doi.org/10.5922/2079-8555-2024-3-7.

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Despite the widespread adoption of digital technologies and their potential to break down traditional barriers in business and communication, many Latvian residents and enterprises still lack access to digital marketing tools and the advantages they offer. This article aims to analyze inequality among residents and enterprises in the Latvian online market of digital marketing. The conceptual basis of the study is the technology acceptance model (TAM), the theory of digital divide and the resource approach based on the theory of social fields. For dynamic analysis of statistical data, the con(di)vergence of indicators of the involvement of various socio-demographic and geographical groups of Latvian residents and enterprises in the online market of digital marketing is assessed. The empirical study is based on Latvian statistics for 2013—2022 (for some indicators — 2023). The results of the study show that the development of digital marketing in Latvia is happening very quickly, but the potential for development still remains very large, since with 90 % of Latvian residents regularly (at least once a week) using the internet, more than 30 % of Latvians have not yet made a purchase or order on the internet. The development of digital marketing in Latvia reduces socio-demographic and geographical inequalities among residents and enterprises in the online market in relation to the ‘digital inequality of input’ (access to the online market), but in relation to the ‘digital inequality of output’ (returns from this access) the equalizing opportunities of digital marketing in Latvia (especially in its regions) are limited by the specifics of the functioning of the economy based on social capital. In this economy, models and theories developed for the economy based on innovation practically do not work. The novelty of this study is a comprehensive analysis of the general background and dynamics of the development of the Latvian online market of digital marketing in the context of digital inequality among residents and enterprises.

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Vorobyeva, Tatiana L. "The Transformation of the Reading Model in a Digital Culture." Tekst. Kniga. Knigoizdanie, no. 27 (2021): 126–38. http://dx.doi.org/10.17223/23062061/27/7.

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The article explores the transformation of the traditional reading model in the conditions of the modern information society and digital culture. The author considers the problem in the anthropological aspect as a radical cognitive restructuring of reading perception and modernization of reading practices. This requires a revision of the essential concepts of the reading theory and of methodological approaches to their study. Firstly, this concerns texts that change their nature in the digital environment and acquire a multimodal polycode character. Changing the medium and the way in which it is recorded leads to a change from linear, sequential reading to a parallel, divergent way of reader’s thinking, which significantly affects the depth of attention and understanding of the text. In this regard, researchers note the gradual replacement of slow, thoughtful reading by widely used scanning techniques, superficial search reading that realizes specific pragmatic goals. The modern reading model replaces the traditional, consolidating function with a differentiating one, related to the stratification of the readership and the formation of different reading subcultures and online reading communities. Internet reading, which is especially popular among young people, is becoming “social”, aiming at active online communication and the creation of its own fanfiction content. This removes the institutional distance between the author and the reader, and significantly changes the status position of reading, which loses its role as a terminal value and becomes a secondary, collateral occupation. Reader differentiation is also evident in the mental digital generational divide; reading practices of adherents of the traditional reading model become increasingly elitist in today’s socio-cultural context. This gap is exacerbated by the current trend towards the visualisation of reading, which accelerates perception of information but negates essential reading competencies. The transformation of the reading model has deep historical roots and is legitimate, so the reader’s ability to be “multitextual”, i.e. to switch to different modes of perception, choosing different reading strategies depending on the text and the situations, is important today This can be facilitated by education and book publishing that adapt to the characteristics of the new reading model.

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Pakhnenko, Olena, and Zhang Kuan. "Ethics of Digital Innovation in Public Administration." Business Ethics and Leadership 7, no. 1 (2023): 113–21. http://dx.doi.org/10.21272/bel.7(1).113-121.2023.

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In public administration, digital technologies are considered a necessary direction of technical modernisation, improving the work of government agencies and the quality of their interaction with stakeholders. However, along with the benefits, several ethical concerns exist about using digital technologies. The purpose of the article is to analyse the state of the implementation of digital innovations in the field of public administration, as well as to systemise and analyse the main groups of ethical concerns arising in connection with the use of digital technologies in public administration. The article uses methods of bibliometric, comparative, and statistical analysis. The Google trends toolkit was used to study global trends in interest in e-governance, e-government, digital government, and related terms. Digital government and e-government were identified as the most common terms to define the use of digital technologies in public administration. The bibliographic analysis was carried out using VOSviewer v.1.6.18 based on Scopus articles for 2001-2022 and made it possible to identify four clusters of scientific research on e-government / digital government and ethics. The analysis used the criterion of at least five times the co-occurrence of all keywords in publications. Based on data from the World Bank, an analysis of the level of maturity of government technologies in European countries, particularly Ukraine, was carried out. The analysis showed that most countries had reached a very high level of e-government development in the European region. In recent years, Ukraine has significantly increased the indicators of the level of e-government, especially regarding the provision of digital administrative services. The article systematises the main ethical issues of using digital technologies in public administration. Three ethical problems were formed, namely 1) privacy, security, and data protection; 2) transparency and accountability; 3) inclusion, accessibility, and non-discrimination. The third group is defined as the most relevant at the current moment. The growing digital divide in the world necessitates the search for effective mechanisms to increase digital inclusion and ensure equal access to e-government for all stakeholders. The results of the research can be useful for scientists, state, and local self-government bodies in managing their technological and digital modernisation.

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Shulimova, Marina A., Roman M. Biryukov, and Razet S. A. Makkayeva. "Economic security and digitalization: challenges and Russia's path to sustainable development." Market economy problems, no. 1 (2025): 78–84. https://doi.org/10.33051/2500-2325-2025-1-78-84.

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The article analyzes the impact of digitalization on the economic security of the Russian Federation in the context of accelerating digital transformation and geopolitical tensions. The key areas of digitalization are considered: the development of digital infrastructure, the introduction of artificial intelligence and automation of business processes. The main threats identified are the growth of cyber-attacks (in 2024, their number increased by 15% according to Rosstat [7]), technological dependence on foreign suppliers (the share of foreign software in the private sector is 45% [9]) and digital inequality between regions (the gap between Moscow and Chukotka reaches 40% [6]). Based on official statistics, it is emphasized that investments in the digital economy in 2024 amounted to 5,500 billion rubles (4% of GDP) [7], however, this is accompanied by an increase in cybercrime. Under the conditions of sanctions pressure (more than 16,000 restrictions by 2025 [10]), the need to develop technological sovereignty is emphasized, including the transition to domestic solutions such as Elbrus processors and Linux-based software, which reduced the share of imported software in the public sector from 70% in 2020 to 40% in 2024-m [8]. Special attention is paid to regional aspects: Internet penetration in Moscow reaches 95%, while in rural areas of Siberia it is less than 60% [6], which poses risks to economic sustainability. In conclusion, recommendations are proposed for the formation of a digital transformation strategy: strengthening cybersecurity through the creation of national protection systems, support for domestic IT startups and targeted investments to reduce the digital divide. The goal is to minimize threats and ensure the sustainable growth of Russia's digital economy, potentially increasing its contribution to GDP to 10% by 2030 [12].

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Fedorchenko, Sergey. "State-civilization in the digital ecumene." Journal of Political Research 7, no. 1 (2023): 3–26. http://dx.doi.org/10.12737/2587-6295-2023-7-1-3-26.

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At the beginning of the work, a brief review of the articles of the current thematic issue of the «Journal of Political Research», devoted to political aspects and problems of the worldview phenomenon, is presented. At the same time, the main goal of the article is to study the features of the construction of digital ecumene on the example of the Russian and Chinese states-civilizations. The methodological optics of this article is the principles of comparative analysis, based on the comparison of the same order, similar political phenomena, processes and phenomena. The methodological optics of this article is the principles of comparative analysis, based on the comparison of the same order, similar political phenomena, processes and phenomena. These were the state-civilizations, their civilizational features, as well as the methods of constructing their digital ecumene (state policy of foreign broadcasting; strategic regulatory documents related to the information sphere; digital diplomacy). The features of the state-civilization as a specific form of polity are compared and clarified. Also, an attempt was made to conceptualize the phenomenon of the digital ecumene – a system of news agencies, corporations, Internet resources, radio, television, leading media activity in other countries to position and protect the interests, value-civilizational, political, economic agenda of the states that created it. Such a conceptualization is based on the reception of Antiquity and correlates with the understanding of the ecumene as a sphere of influence of the state through digital technologies and communications. Such a reception also presupposes the preservation of the civilizational meaning of the ecumene. It is concluded that civilizational states have sufficient resources to maintain digital ecumene as new fields of technological and cultural strategic actions that can protect the integrity of their own civilizational cores. It has been suggested that the civilizational uncompromisingness of the West, its strategy of divide et impera, will most likely contribute to the strengthening of such a form of polity as a state-civilization. In the conditions of the existing geopolitical turbulence, the states-civilizations can focus on building a new, more just system of international relations based on the settlement of political, religious and ethnic conflicts, rather than their escalation and conservation.

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Kurilova, Anastasia. "ANALYSIS OF THE CONVERGENCE OF DIGITAL INEQUALITY ACROSS RUSSIAN REGIONS." Baltic Region 17, no. 1 (2025): 117–40. https://doi.org/10.5922/2079-8555-2025-1-7.

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In contemporary information societies, digital inequality among populations has becomea significant challenge, impeding both social and economic progress. This study aims toinvestigate the convergence of digital inequality across 79 regions of Russia from 2014to 2021, with a particular focus on the population’s access to information and communication technologies. Through the analysis of dispersion and Theil indices, the studyreveals a trend of convergence and a growing uniformity in digital inequality indicatorsamong the population of Russian regions over the observed period. Notably, there hasbeen a relatively homogeneous distribution of digital inequality indicators across regionsthroughout this timeframe. The general trend of reduced dispersion signals a more stableand consistent dynamic of indicators across regions, suggesting enhanced stability andsimilar development trajectories. Moran dispersion diagrams for both 2014 and 2021have enabled the identification of regional shifts between quadrants, highlighting progress in the trend towards reducing digital inequality among Russian regions. Regionsinitially characterised by lower levels of internet development have gradually advancedto higher quadrants in the Moran chart in subsequent years. This indicates a convergenceprocess, wherein these regions are narrowing the gap with, or even surpassing, regionswith more advanced internet development. This upward trend reflects the effectivenessof governmental policies and measures aimed at enhancing internet infrastructure andtechnological integration across the regions.

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Yadav, Rakesh, Sonam Agrawal, Kamini Bisht, Seema Naberia, and Chandrika Sharma. "Profiling the Post-Graduate Students Utilizing E-resources in J.N.K.V.V., Jabalpur." Advances in Research 25, no. 5 (2024): 92–96. http://dx.doi.org/10.9734/air/2024/v25i51141.

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The current study was undertaken in Jawaharlal Nehru Krishi Vishwa Vidyalaya, Jabalpur at College of Agriculture, Jabalpur among post-graduate students with 108 students as respondents with the aim to study their profile characteristics. On studying eight independent and one dependent variable, it was found that majority of the respondents were male, from rural background with less than 3 lakh family income per annum, had 7-8 OGPA and had medium awareness about e-resources, medium availability of ICT tools, medium accessibility of e-resources, most of them trainings on e-resources and medium utilization of e-resources. Strengthening the infrastructure for e-resources, providing more training and ensuring easy access to these tools within college libraries will be vital for fostering academic excellence andbridging the digital divide. Investing in these areas will not only support students in their current academic endeavors but will also better prepare them for future challenges in an increasingly digital world.

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Ogundipe, Foyeke, Emmanuel Sampson, Oluwafisayo Israel Bakare, Oluwaseun Oketola, and Adebola Folorunso. "Digital Transformation and its Role in Advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)." Journal of Frontiers in Multidisciplinary Research 3, no. 1 (2022): 201–9. https://doi.org/10.54660/.ijfmr.2022.3.1.201-209.

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The term "digital transformation" describes how digital technologies are incorporated into every aspect of governance, business, and society, radically altering how companies function and provide value. The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) list several global difficulties that the world must overcome, and digital transformation is a key factor in advancing these goals. This study examines how digital technologies, including cloud computing, big data, artificial intelligence (AI), and the Internet of Things (IoT), can help achieve the SDGs. Several SDG targets are being directly addressed by the growing use of digital tools to increase accessibility, efficiency, and sustainability in important industries like infrastructure, healthcare, education, and energy. The study emphasizes how digital solutions improve healthcare delivery (SDG 3) through telemedicine and AI-based diagnostics, provide access to high-quality education (SDG 4) through e-learning platforms, and reduce poverty (SDG 1) through financial inclusion. Additionally, it looks at how breakthroughs like smart grids and renewable energy technologies encourage the use of clean energy (SDG 7) and how digital solutions in infrastructure and industries (SDG 9) support innovation and sustainable growth. The study also addresses the difficulties associated with digital transformation, including the need for supportive legislative frameworks, the digital divide, infrastructure constraints, and cybersecurity issues. In the end, the report makes the case that, even while digital transformation has enormous potential to hasten the SDGs' achievement, it is imperative to remove obstacles to its broad acceptance. To make sure that digital transformation promotes fair and sustainable growth for everybody, it urges international cooperation, investments in digital skills, and the creation of inclusive, progressive policies.

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Flament, T., E. Berthier, and F. Rémy. "Cascading water underneath Wilkes Land, East Antarctic Ice Sheet, observed using altimetry and digital elevation models." Cryosphere Discussions 7, no. 2 (2013): 841–71. http://dx.doi.org/10.5194/tcd-7-841-2013.

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Abstract. We describe a major subglacial lake drainage close to the ice divide in Wilkes Land, East Antarctica, and the subsequent cascading of water underneath the ice sheet toward the coast. To analyze the event, we combined altimetry data from several sources and bedrock data. We estimated the total volume of water that drained from Lake CookE2 by differencing digital elevation models (DEM) derived from ASTER and SPOT5 stereo-imagery. With 5.2 ± 0.5 km3, this is the largest single subglacial drainage event reported so far in Antarctica. Elevation differences between ICESat laser altimetry and the SPOT5 DEM indicate that the discharge lasted approximately 2 yr. A 13-m uplift of the surface, corresponding to a refilling of about 0.64 ± 0.32 km3, was observed between the end of the discharge in October 2008 and February 2012. Using Envisat radar altimetry, with its high 35-day temporal resolution, we monitored the subsequent filling and drainage of connected subglacial lakes located downstream. In particular, a transient temporal signal can be detected within the theoretical 500-km long flow paths computed with the BEDMAP2 data set. The volume of water traveling in this wave is in agreement with the volume that drained from Lake CookE2. These observations contribute to a better understanding of the water transport beneath the East Antarctic ice sheet.

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Bahagijo, Sugeng, Yanu Endar Prasetyo, Denisa Kawuryan, Bona Tua, and Aditiana Dewi Eridani. "Closing The Digital Gender Gap In Indonesia Through The Roles And Initiatives Of Civil Society Organizations." JURNAL ILMU SOSIAL 21, no. 1 (2022): 14–38. http://dx.doi.org/10.14710/jis.21.1.2022.14-38.

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The digital gender gap is still a big, unseen problem in Indonesia. The government alone will not be able to close this gap, and it needs support from the private sector and the role of civil society. This study aims to explore and determine Civil Society Organizations’ (CSOs) role in closing the digital gender gap in Indonesia. Using a qualitative approach, this research collected data and information through interviews and focus group discussions with CSO representatives who have long been advocating for various vulnerable groups of women in Indonesia. Multiple literatures and reports related to the digital gender divide were also reviewed. An important finding in this study is the description and exploration of the various roles of CSOs in digital assistance to women and vulnerable groups through a wide range of programs such as (1) advocating for women’s rights, (2) promoting digital literacy, (3) fulfilling the Rights to Sexual and Reproductive Health, (4) protecting women victims of violence, (5) public policy oversight, (6) encouraging women’s public/political participation, (7) securing recognition of marginalized groups, (8) women’s economic empowerment, and (9) environmental sustainability campaigns. The results of this research indicate that CSOs have directly or indirectly contributed to increasing the capacity of individual women and groups they engage with. The various digital mentoring roles performed by CSOs have helped women and other vulnerable groups to become more confident, thereby increasing their participation in the public sphere, mainly through the use of ICT/the internet.

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Deng, Xin-Fa. "Dependence of the clustering properties of galaxies on star formation rate and specific star formation rate." Canadian Journal of Physics 91, no. 1 (2013): 12–18. http://dx.doi.org/10.1139/cjp-2012-0310.

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The primary goal of this study is to explore the dependence of the clustering properties of galaxies on star formation rate (SFR) and specific star formation rate (SSFR). From the main galaxy sample of the Sloan Digital Sky Survey Data Release 7, we construct two volume-limited samples with absolute magnitudes above and below [Formula: see text], and then divide each volume-limited main galaxy sample into two subsamples with low SFRs and high SFRs or low SSFRs and high SSFRs. A strong dependence of the clustering properties on SFR and SSFR is found: high SFR and SSFR galaxies are preferentially isolated or found in close pairs and small groups, whereas low SFR and SSFR galaxies preferentially inhabit dense groups and clusters.

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Robbin, Alice. "Bridging the Digital Divide: Technology, Community, and Public Policy, by Lisa J. Servon. Oxford: Blackwell Publishing, 2002. xix + 273 pp. $27.95 paper. ISBN 0-631-23242-7." Information Society 20, no. 4 (2004): 311–12. http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/01972240490481072.

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Cervera Quijano, Maria Cristina, Jorge Carlos Canto Esquivel, and Ruth Noemí Ojeda López. "Descifrando la brecha de género en la era digital." Lúmina 25, no. 2 (2024): E0065. https://doi.org/10.30554/lumina.v25.n2.5076.2024.

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La integración creciente de las Tecnologías de Información y Comunicación (TICs) y el internet en la sociedad y la economía resalta la necesidad de abordar la brecha digital. Esta disparidad se manifiesta en tres niveles: acceso, uso y aprovechamiento. Dentro de esta diversificación de la brecha, se encuentra la brecha digital de género (BDG), la cual refleja la desigualdad entre hombres y mujeres en el uso y aprovechamiento de las TICs, a menudo debido a estereotipos y roles de género afectando en el desarrollo social y económico de las mujeres. Este artículo analiza los tres niveles de brecha digital y sus efectos en el género femenino mediante una revisión sistemática de literatura existente entre 2015 y 2023. La revisión se realizó en los motores de búsqueda: Dialnet, Redalyc y Scielo utilizando las fórmulas: (("brecha digital") AND ((mujeres) OR (género))) AND NOT ("estudiantes") AND NOT ("docentes") y ("digital divide") AND ((women) OR (gender)) AND NOT ("students") AND NOT ("teachers"). De esta revisión, se obtuvieron de 71 documentos únicos, de los cuales se seleccionaron 9, adicionando 7 revisiones previas y 2 citas provenientes de los documentos analizados. Los principales resultados indican que existe una limitada difusión de la BDG, sin embargo, se denota que está principalmente asociada a la brecha de uso. Esto se atribuye a los estigmas de género, al uso feminizado de las tecnologías y la limitada representación de las mujeres en programas educativos relacionados con tecnología. Posteriormente se analizó la situación de la BDG en México a partir del 2021, lo cual, permitió visualizar que aún existe una importante brecha de uso e integración de mujeres en profesiones vinculadas con tecnología.

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Godby, Richard, Caleb C. Bentz, Steven Ray Hwang, Jonas Paludo, and Ronald S. Go. "Utilization of the medical oncology pager and call center: Characterizing forgotten pillars of telemedicine in the digital era." JCO Oncology Practice 19, no. 11_suppl (2023): 518. http://dx.doi.org/10.1200/op.2023.19.11_suppl.518.

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518 Background: Oncology has entered the digital era, accompanied by changes in patient interactions and expectations involving telemedicine. While much emphasis is appropriately placed on digital interactions with patients, little is known about modern non-digital interactions with patients in oncology practices. Methods: We analyzed Medical Oncology Pager (MOP) data from 7/1/18 – 4/14/23, during which patients had access to the electronic health record and messaging capabilities. The MOP for Mayo Clinic (Rochester) is covered by the medical oncology fellows, including after hours (6PM – 7AM). It covers consults and direct patient calls after hours and during weekends, in addition to critical results back up and inpatient oncology matters at all times. We also analyzed Medical Oncology Call Center (MOCC) data since 6/1/22, which takes inbound patient calls during working hours (7AM – 6PM) and is staffed by appointment office employees. Results: The MOP received a total of 17,679 pages during the analyzed period for a mean of 10.1 pages per day. Of these, 6,319 pages occurred after hours. The most after-hours pages were received on Fridays (n=1,091) and the least on Sundays (n=701); of those years with fully available data, 2022 had the highest volume (n=1,405) (Table 1). When comparing the MOP activity pre-pandemic (7/1/18 – 3/10/20) and intra-pandemic (3/11/20 – 4/14/23), the mean number of after-hours pages per day was relatively stable with 3.47 pre-pandemic and 3.69 intra-pandemic. Since 6/1/22, the MOCC has averaged 6,464 inbound calls per month during working hours, each of which had an average talk time of approximately five minutes. The majority of inbound calls occur on Monday mornings between 9 – 11AM, with over 6,500 recorded throughout the previous year. Conclusions: Telemedicine is multi-faceted, comprised of both digital and non-digital patient interactions. We show that many oncology patients utilize telephone communication with the healthcare system despite increased availability of digital capabilities. These data have implications for addressing the digital divide for those with limited digital access, serving older patient populations unfamiliar with digital technologies, healthcare navigation, trainee responsibilities, and resource allocation. Further work and standardization in non-digital telemedicine is necessary as it remains a pillar of modern healthcare delivery and oncology practices.[Table: see text]

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Saeb Moradi, Saeb Moradi, Mehdi Farzpourmachiani Mehdi Farzpourmachiani, Mehrdad Fojlaley Mehrdad Fojlaley, and Snjezana Baroness Rajacic Snjezana Baroness Rajacic. "The Transformative Role of Iot in Entrepreneurial Business Models through Human-Machine Collaboration." International Journal of Advances in Engineering and Management 7, no. 5 (2025): 534–41. https://doi.org/10.35629/5252-0705534541.

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This manuscript examines the transformative function of the Internet of Things (IoT) in entrepreneurial business paradigms through human-machine collaboration, anchored in dynamic capabilities theory (1). A comprehensive literature review (2-6) and case study evaluation of industry frontrunners Fitbit (7), John Deere (8), Siemens (9), and Zebra Technologies (10) illustrate how IoT cultivates innovative frameworks such as subscription-based services and Product-as-aService. IoT’s interconnectivity (2), analytics (4), and automation (6) propel scalability and datainformed decision-making; however, challenges such as cybersecurity (11), data confidentiality (12), and the digital divide necessitate remediation. The investigation proposes a conceptual model for IoT-driven entrepreneurship, providing actionable insights. Prospective trends, encompassing blockchain (11) and edge computing (13), will influence IoT’s potential, necessitating ethical implementation for sustainable development. This inquiry enhances the discourse on IoT innovation, underscoring responsible integration in dynamic markets

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Ismail, Nashwa, Doaa Samy, Gihan Ismail, and Ayman Selim. "Navigating Educational Transformation: The Role of University Teachers in Post-Pandemic– A Case Study of Egyptian Higher Education." International Journal of Social Science Research 12, no. 2 (2024): 322. http://dx.doi.org/10.5296/ijssr.v12i2.21988.

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In the consequences of a crisis such as a pandemic, educational systems often undergo phases of crisis management, which may inadvertently result in a return to pre-disaster educational practices. This study delves into the current role of academic teachers in Egyptian Higher Education post-pandemic, aiming to maintain pandemic-induced advancements and enhance online learning environments. Using a mixed-methods approach, surveys with 51 university academics and interviews with 7 educators were conducted. The findings highlight significant transformations in teacher roles and instructional methods, particularly with the rise of hybrid learning. However, gaps remain in understanding blended learning ratios and promoting student collaboration. Key findings include educators' flexibility, enhanced leadership skills, and the challenge of addressing the digital divide among students. The study addresses the need for comprehensive strategies to ensure equitable access to technology and learning opportunities, while addressing gaps in collaboration and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) among teachers.

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Osovin, M. N. "DIGITAL DIFFERENTIATION OF REGIONS OF AGRICULTURAL SPECIALIZATION: PROBLEMS AND WAYS OF THEIR SOLUTION." Scientific Review Theory and Practice 11, no. 7 (2021): 2149–59. http://dx.doi.org/10.35679/2226-0226-2021-11-7-2149-2159.

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According to global trends, the growing level of technological equipment of agricultural production requires a reduction in the chain of introduction of all newly created or improved technologies by reducing the territorial imbalances of digital development. An analysis of the regulatory framework of the EU member states confirms that for most regions of the EU, the transition from support to large agricultural organizations to the priority development of small and medium-sized businesses is seen as a key area of economic development. The Russian agrifood complex is characterized by technological heterogeneity and high differentiation of regions of agricultural specialization in terms of the level of innovation activity. Based on data from open sources, the subjects of the Russian Federation were compared in terms of the size and specific weight of the sown (planting) area, on which elements of precision farming are used. It was revealed that at the moment, in most constituent entities of the Russian Federation, digitalization means are used disproportionately to the size of their sown areas. It has been confirmed that the regional imbalance in the use of digital technologies is due to the predominance of small businesses in the structure of crop production. Proposals for reducing the digital inequality between the regions of the Russian Federation of agricultural specialization are substantiated. The analysis of the principles of building a European thematic platform for smart specialization, its impact on strengthening interregional cooperation in the field of digitalization of agriculture. The necessity of transferring the experience of the EU member states to reduce the digital divide between the regions of the Russian Federation and increase the innovative activity of enterprises of the national agri-food complex has been substantiated. It is concluded that the creation of an interregional innovation ecosystem will clearly identify the gaps in the value chains of each participant, identify the general directions of technical modernization of agricultural pro- duction and concretize areas for joint investment in projects with high potential returns.

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Cabanit, Andrea Nicole, and Mee Jay Domingo. "University Students’ Levels of Motivation and Engagement, Perceived Benefits, and Challenges in MOOCS." Mextesol Journal 48, no. 3 (2024): 1–14. http://dx.doi.org/10.61871/mj.v48n3-7.

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The study identified university students’ levels of motivation and engagement, perceived benefits, and challenges in Massive Open Online Course (MOOC). It used the mixed-method research design and involved third- and fourth-year English language students (n = 61) who completed the Content-based Instruction (CBI) – MOOC offered by the Regional English Language Office, Manila, Philippines. The validated MOOC Learner Engagement and Motivation Scale (MEM Scale) was adopted to determine the learners' levels of motivation and engagement in MOOCs. A focus group discussion was also done to determine the students’ perceived benefits of and challenges in MOOCs. Results of the MEM Scale show that the students had upper-medium level of motivation (x̄ = 3.54) and a high level of engagement (x̄ = 4.22) in the CBI – MOOC. Also, the data revealed five perceived benefits of MOOCs: 1) appreciation of the self-paced learning; 2) complementation to formal learning; 3) international certification; 4) provision of professional development opportunities; and 5) attainment of intercultural competencies. Generally, the students experienced five challenges while enrolled in the course: 1) language barriers; 2) lack of social interaction; 3) digital divide; 4) time-related constraints; and 5) challenging course content. Given the benefits of MOOCs, higher education institutions (HEIs) are encouraged to incorporate open online courses in the learning experiences of their students. Further, it is recommended that HEIs extend available resources to participants to lessen the perceived challenges of MOOCs which could promote higher levels of motivation and engagement of the students in the courses.

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Petla, Vhonani. "Information Disorders and Civil Unrest." Digital Policy Studies 2, no. 1 (2023): 23–31. http://dx.doi.org/10.36615/dps.v2i1.2538.

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Various scholars in the global north have explored information disorders and have been able to present findings on them and their implications on various sectors; unfortunately, this has not always been the case for the global South. This desktop study explores information disorders in South Africa during the July 2021 unrest in Gauteng and KwaZulu Natal between the 7-19 July. This paper demonstrates that information disorders on social media have been used as a catalyst for unrest; they are used to mobilize both those online and offline. This work shows how politicians and influential individuals used these disorders to facilitate and instigate civil unrest during July 2021. This work argues that people in political office and influential individuals should be aware of the responsibility of being influential and the consequences of their social media posts. The work further argues that despite various ways to counter these information disorders, the digital divide and literacy rate in South Africa make this challenging.

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Dr., Amartya Saha. "Understanding the Scope and Problems of Artificial Intelligence and Assisted Learning in Higher Education." Social Science Journal for Advanced Research 4, no. 5 (2024): 1–9. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.13637234.

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Learning is a dynamic experience. We need to create learning experiences that assist all kinds of learners. Human beings have different patterns of learning. Assisted learning helps in decentralizing the learning experience in a more individualistic approach. Artificial Intelligence has helped in automating many tasks of administrative nature, evaluation and has even helped personalize learning, countering the problems of teacher exhaustion. Not just efficient grading use of AI through educational chatbots and applications can help in helping students get a 24/7 mentoring option which in a real-world scenario might be difficult for human teachers to cater to. With technology has come ease of global accessibility and insights that are backed by data. But it also brings along with it an enhanced scenario of digital divide, technological hurdle and inequality. The paper through case studies tries to analyze the scopes and problems of using Artificial Intelligence in Assisted Learning in Higher Education.

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Sanchez-Danday, Alma Sonia Q. "Student Researchers’ Experiences during the Pandemic." European Modern Studies Journal 7, no. 3 (2023): 211–23. http://dx.doi.org/10.59573/emsj.7(3).2023.21.

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The restrictions that were imposed to contain the spread of COVID-19 during the pandemic have severely impacted the education sector. More importantly, it impeded the study and conduct of research by student researchers, for it not only lessened the opportunity to learn hands-on, but also the whole research process, which mostly requires face-to-face interactions. The primary objective of this study is to thoroughly investigate the experiences of 68 student researchers from one university in the Philippines during the COVID-19 pandemic. These experiences were explored through individual interviews and analyzed using a descriptive case study approach. The results have shown the positive and negative experiences of the student researchers with their research teachers, advisers, and research groupmates, the challenges they faced, how they coped with the challenges, and their perception about the level of difficulty of research which was exacerbated by the effects of the pandemic. This disparity of experiences between the participants revealed the prevalence of the digital divide in the country, which was uncovered further at the height of the pandemic. Suggestions, particularly on how to help mitigate the negative impact of the new learning set-up on the conduct of research, were also provided.

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Rout, Nachiketa, Reegan Amarnath, and Neeradha Chandramohan. "ACCESSIBILITY OF INTERNATIONAL WEBPAGES:A PRELIMINARY SURVEY." International Journal of Research -GRANTHAALAYAH 1, no. 2 (2014): 1–21. http://dx.doi.org/10.29121/granthaalayah.v1.i2.2014.3075.

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The paper surveys the extent to which the international webpage’s applied accessibility statements. Methodology includes thirty one international websites have been evaluated for 17 accessibility features prescribed in the accessibility statement by the Directorate of Standardization testing and quality certification (STQC) along with five accessibility features prescribed byWeb content accessibility guidelines (WCAG).The average score obtained was seven. Top scorers were the Ministry of Road and Transport (21), National institute for Empowerment of Person with Multiple Disabilities (16) and Yahoo webpage (12) Bottom scorers were Wikipedia (7), American Speech and Hearing Association (8), Meccawebpage (8) Massachusetts university (6) and International telecommunication union, toolkit for Disables (6).The features which are significantly applied (p<0.05) are Headings, Subheadings, Titles, Tooltip, Connection with social networking and Videos. The feature which were not significantly used by the websites are Skip to main content, icons, Accessibility features, Adjust contrast scheme and Increase text spacing other Twelve features were used in consistently. Hence the accessibility statements which enable merging the digital divide are yet to be appreciated internationally.

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Díaz-Prieto, Cristina, and Jesús Nicasio García-Sánchez. "Online gerontechnological resources analysis for active aging." Research on Ageing and Social Policy 5, no. 2 (2017): 155. http://dx.doi.org/10.17583/rasp.2017.2193.

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Gerontechnology has become a new field of interest in aging, showing the potential of these new tools to promote the well-being of the elderly and active aging. Although few studies have focused on analyzing the online resources available for this purpose. Here, we identify and analyze the online resources focused on some of the main areas of interest in active aging, according to its main characteristics, as well as aspects of accessibility, use and quality, with special emphasis on those resources aimed specifically at older people. We identified and coded 557 links. These links are focused on 7 dimensions of active aging. Descriptive and multivariate analyses show a lack of online resources aimed specifically at older people, especially in relation to psychosocial and emotional variables. We have found significant limitations of accessibility, use and quality of resources. We conclude on the need for greater involvement institutional, social and scientific to maximize the possibilities offered by the Internet and to overcome the limitations found and that might serve as some of the causes of the generational digital divide existing.

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Nachiketa, Rout, Amarnath Reegan, and Chandramohan Neeradha. "ACCESSIBILITY OF INTERNATIONAL WEBPAGES:A PRELIMINARY SURVEY." International Journal of Research – Granthaalayah 1, no. 2 (2017): 1–21. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.884156.

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The paper surveys the extent to which the international webpage’s applied accessibility statements. Methodology includes thirty one international websites have been evaluated for 17 accessibility features prescribed in the accessibility statement by the Directorate of Standardization testing and quality certification (STQC) along with five accessibility features prescribed byWeb content accessibility guidelines (WCAG).The average score obtained was seven. Top scorers were the Ministry of Road and Transport (21), National institute for Empowerment of Person with Multiple Disabilities (16) and Yahoo webpage (12) Bottom scorers were Wikipedia (7), American Speech and Hearing Association (8), Meccawebpage (8) Massachusetts university (6) and International telecommunication union, toolkit for Disables (6).The features which are significantly applied (p<0.05) are Headings, Subheadings, Titles, Tooltip, Connection with social networking and Videos. The feature which were not significantly used by the websites are Skip to main content, icons, Accessibility features, Adjust contrast scheme and Increase text spacing other Twelve features were used in consistently. Hence the accessibility statements which enable merging the digital divide are yet to be appreciated internationally.

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De Santis, Karina Karolina, Lea Mergenthal, Lara Christianson, Annalena Busskamp, Claudia Vonstein, and Hajo Zeeb. "Digital Technologies for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention in Older People: Scoping Review." Journal of Medical Internet Research 25 (March 23, 2023): e43542. http://dx.doi.org/10.2196/43542.

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Background Digital technologies have the potential to contribute to health promotion and disease prevention in the aging world. Objective This study aims to identify digital technologies for health promotion and disease prevention that could be used independently by older people in nonclinical settings using a scoping review. Methods Through database (MEDLINE, PsycINFO, CINAHL, and SCOPUS; to March 3, 2022) and manual searches (to June 14, 2022), 90 primary studies and 8 systematic reviews were included in this scoping review. The eligibility was based on the PCC (Population, Concept, and Context) criteria: (1) people aged 50 years or older (population), (2) any digital (health) technology (eg, smartphone apps, websites, virtual reality; concept), and (3) health promotion and disease prevention in daily life in nonclinical and noninstitutional settings (context). Data items included study characteristics, PCC criteria, opportunities versus challenges, and evidence gaps. Data were synthesized using descriptive statistics or narratively described by identifying common themes. Results The studies were published in 2005-2022 and originated predominantly from North America and Europe. Most primary studies were nonrandomized, reported quantitative data, and investigated effectiveness or feasibility (eg, acceptance or usability) of digital technologies in older people. The participants were aged 50 years to 99 years, predominantly female, affluent (ie, with high income, education, and digital competence), and intended to use or used digital technologies for a median of 3 months independently at home or in community settings. The digital technologies included mobile or nonmobile technologies or virtual reality. The studies used “modern devices” (eg, smartphones, wearables, or gaming consoles) or modern and “older devices” (eg, computers or mobile phones). The users interacted with digital technologies via websites, emails, text messages, apps, or virtual reality. Health targets of digital technologies were mobility, mental health, nutrition, or cognition. The opportunities versus challenges of digital technologies were (1) potential health benefits versus unclear or no benefits for some outcomes, (2) monitoring of health versus ethical issues with data collection and management, (3) implications for functioning in daily life (ie, potential to prolong independent living) versus unclear application for clinical management or care, (4) tailoring of technical properties and content toward older users versus general use, (5) importance of human support for feasibility versus other factors required to improve feasibility, (6) reduction of social isolation versus access to digital technologies, and (7) improvement in digital competence versus digital divide. Conclusions Various digital technologies were independently used by people aged 50 years or older for health promotion and disease prevention. Future studies should focus on (1) more diverse populations of older people, (2) new digital technologies, (3) other (clinical and care) settings, and (4) outcome evaluation to identify factors that could enhance any health benefits of digital technologies. International Registered Report Identifier (IRRID) RR2-10.2196/37729

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Khrypko, Serhii L., and Serhii S. Shcherbakov. "Challenges and Prospects of Ensuring Information Transparency in the Context of Digitalization of Education and Economy." Business Inform 7, no. 558 (2024): 145–54. http://dx.doi.org/10.32983/2222-4459-2024-7-145-154.

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This article examines the challenges and prospects of ensuring information transparency in the context of digitalization of education and the economy. The paper explores key aspects of information transparency, its significance, and impact on the development of the educational sector and digital economy in modern conditions. The benefits of transparency in online education are analyzed, particularly in the development of learning materials, student assessment, and determination of teacher qualifications. Research demonstrating the positive impact of transparency on increasing student trust in the quality of online courses and ensuring fair treatment of all participants in the educational process is considered. Special attention is paid to issues of academic integrity in the digital age. Challenges related to preventing plagiarism, copyright infringement, and other violations of academic ethics are discussed. A comprehensive approach is proposed, combining technological solutions, educational measures, and clear procedures to ensure transparency and academic integrity in the digital educational environment. Problems of confidentiality and protection of student data as a key aspect of information transparency in education are examined. Challenges associated with balancing the need for transparency in educational processes and protecting students' personal data are analyzed. The importance of developing clear privacy policies, implementing data protection technologies, and raising awareness among all participants in the educational process about potential risks and security measures is emphasized. In the context of the digital economy, the advantages and challenges of ensuring transparency in the creation, dissemination, and use of open educational resources are considered. Necessary procedures for peer review, evaluation, and attribution of authorship to improve the quality and trust in open educational materials are discussed. Challenges related to data bias that can lead to inaccurate or false conclusions and decisions are analyzed. Sources and consequences of data bias, such as lack of representativeness, inaccuracies in data collection, and algorithmic biases, are examined. Approaches to detecting and minimizing bias are proposed, and the importance of transparency in data processing methods is emphasized. Significant attention is given to the role of digital literacy in ensuring information transparency. Aspects of user perception and interpretation of data, as well as information providers' understanding of audience needs and expectations, are considered. The need for continuous learning and skill enhancement to bridge the digital divide and ensure effective use of transparent information is emphasized. The article also analyzes successful initiatives in ensuring information transparency in various fields, including public administration, the corporate sector, and education. Success factors such as political will, active civil society participation, and the use of innovative technologies are examined. The work emphasizes the importance of a balanced approach to ensuring information transparency that would consider issues of security, confidentiality, and data protection. The need to develop effective technological solutions and policies that would ensure proper data protection in combination with a high level of transparency is emphasized. The conclusions state that information transparency is an integral component of the effective functioning of educational processes and the digital economy. It contributes to improving quality, accountability, trust, and innovation, while requiring a balanced approach and consideration of security and privacy issues. Ensuring an appropriate level of transparency requires close cooperation among all stakeholders, implementation of advanced technological solutions, and improvement of the regulatory framework.

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Lichtenstein, Morgan RL, Erik Harden, Nicole Collins, et al. "Reasons for declining a pharmacist-led telehealth study among oncology patients initiating oral anti-cancer drugs." Journal of Clinical Oncology 40, no. 28_suppl (2022): 94. http://dx.doi.org/10.1200/jco.2022.40.28_suppl.094.

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94 Background: During the COVID-19 pandemic, remote cancer care, and video communication in particular, has become increasingly common in the context of routine visits and clinical trials. Though this medium has the potential to augment patient-provider communication, telehealth also raises concerns about the digital divide promoting disparities in access to cancer care. In this study, we surveyed oncology patients who declined to participate in a pilot study looking at a one-time pharmacist-led video visit for patients initiating oral anti-cancer medications to evaluate their primary reason for declining the intervention. Methods: Between June 2021 and June 2022, we conducted a prospective survey among adult oncology patients at Columbia University Medical Center (CUMC) who declined a pilot study looking at a video visit intervention for patients initiating oral anti-cancer medications to assess the primary barriers to participation. The survey categorized specific reasons for decline into telehealth-related barriers (no access to electronic device, inability to navigate video visits specifically, patient preference for in person care) and trial-related barriers (patient too tired/unwell, no time to participate, not interested in this study specifically, not interested in clinical trial participation in general), and patients were asked to select the primary reason for declining among the list of options. Results: Twenty-three patients completed the survey (82% completion rate). Among 23 respondents, 9 patients (39%) described a technology-related barrier to participation, including 7 (30%) who owned a mobile device with video capacity, but did not know how to use video technology well enough for the visit, 1 (4%) who did not own a device with video capacity, and 1 (4%) who preferred in person visits. Fourteen respondents cited a reason unrelated to telehealth for declining participation, including 7 (30%) who did not feel the study would benefit them, 3 (13%) who did not have time, 2 (9%) who were too tired to participate in a study, and 2 (9%) who were not interested in participating in any kind of clinical trial. Conclusions: Video-based telehealth visits have become increasingly common in routine cancer care and clinical trials. Among oncology patients who declined participation in a pilot study looking at a pharmacist-led video consultation, over a third cited telehealth-related barriers to participation, the majority of whom had a mobile device, but did not know how to use video technology well enough to participate. Focusing efforts on training patients to use technology, particularly video communication, may help address the digital divide in cancer care.

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Mohammad Zghoul, Wejdan, and Ruba F Bataineh. "Flipgrid: Unlocking the English Speaking Potential of Jordanian Adolescent EFL Learners." Journal of Information Technology Education: Innovations in Practice 23 (2024): 017. https://doi.org/10.28945/5407.

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Aim/Purpose: This study investigated the effect of using Flipgrid, an application through which teachers gather learners in virtual classrooms to allow interaction through video and audio sharing, on Jordanian EFL seventh-grade students’ speaking performance (along with the features of fluency, pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary). Background: Speaking is a fundamental skill in language acquisition, yet it constitutes a challenge to many EFL learners due to limited opportunities for practice. With the integration of digital tools in language teaching and learning, platforms, of which Flipgrid is one, have emerged as innovative conduits for self-paced learning, active engagement, personalized feedback, and a low-pressure environment for practice. Methodology: A quasi-experimental design was used, as two intact seventh-grade sections of 25 students each were drawn from Al Morooj Secondary School for Girls (Amman, Jordan) in the first semester of the academic year 2023/2024. The speaking activities of Modules 1, 2, and 3 of the prescribed textbook, Action Pack 7, were redesigned into a 10-week Flipgrid-based instructional program to teach the experimental group, whereas the control group was taught following the guidelines of the Teacher’s Book of Action Pack 7. The instrument used was a speaking pre-/ post-test. Contribution: The study provides empirical evidence that Flipgrid significantly improves EFL learners’ speaking performance in terms of fluency, vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar. By providing evidence for the effectiveness of a structured, technology-based instructional program, this study demonstrates how digital tools can transform traditional language instruction into more interactive, engaging, and learner-centered. Findings: The results revealed that the Flipgrid-instructed group outperformed the control group in speaking overall and along the features of fluency, pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary. Recommendations for Practitioners: Language instructors should consider integrating Flipgrid (and similar digital platforms) into their instruction to create an environment conducive to engaging speaking practice. Flipgrid can also be used to conduct formative self- and peer-assessment, which fosters both autonomy and a sense of community. Curriculum designers are called upon to integrate digital platforms into language materials to develop speaking in an interactive and student-centered manner and promote reflective practice and ownership among learners. Policymakers are also called upon to allocate resources to ensure equitable access to digital tools in classrooms to address infrastructure challenges and reduce the digital divide, not to mention support technology-based teacher training initiatives for innovative teaching practice. Recommendation for Researchers: Researchers may compare the effectiveness of Flipgrid with other digital tools (e.g., Padlet, Edmodo, Seesaw, Voki, Loom, Kahoot!) in speaking and other language skills (viz., listening, reading, and writing). Impact on Society: This research underscores the transformative potential of integrating digital tools into language education, allowing for more effective and equitable learning experiences that benefit both the individual learner and the community at large. Future Research: Future research may investigate the long-term effects of Flipgrid on learners’ speaking performance or its effectiveness across diverse age groups, proficiency levels, or cultural contexts.

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MAHONEY, DILLON. "BEYOND THE DIGITAL DIVIDE - Invisible Users: Youth in the Internet Cafés of Urban Ghana. By Jenna Burrell. Cambridge, Mass.: MIT Press, 2012. Pp. xi + 236. $30, hardback (isbn: 978-0-262-01736-7)." Journal of African History 54, no. 1 (2013): 145–46. http://dx.doi.org/10.1017/s0021853713000200.

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Soni, Goldi. "AI and IoT for Empowerment: Exploring the Transformative Potential of Emerging Technologies in Artificial Intelligence and the Internet of Things." Computer Science, Engineering and Technology 2, no. 3 (2024): 47–52. http://dx.doi.org/10.46632/cset/2/3/7.

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The rapid advancement of emerging technologies has brought about unprecedented opportunities for empowerment across various domains. This research paper delves into the transformative potential of technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT), big data analytics, and cloud computing in enabling access to information, resources, and opportunities. It examines how these technologies can contribute to economic empowerment, social inclusion, and overall human development. The paper explores the applications of AI in sectors like healthcare, education, and finance, highlighting its ability to provide personalized solutions and enhance access to services. Additionally, it investigates the role of IoT in enabling smart cities, connected healthcare, and efficient resource management, empowering individuals and communities through data-driven decision-making. The paper also discusses the applications of big data analytics in sectors like healthcare, education, and disaster management, and how it can provide insights into societal challenges and inform policy decisions. Furthermore, it explores the potential of cloud computing in democratizing technology, fostering innovation, and enabling access to resources and services for individuals and organizations. However, the paper also addresses the challenges associated with the adoption of emerging technologies, such as the digital divide, privacy concerns, and ethical implications, emphasizing the need for responsible and inclusive technological advancements. Overall, this research paper highlights the transformative potential of emerging technologies in empowering individuals and communities, while also acknowledging the challenges and ethical considerations that must be addressed for a more equitable and sustainable future.

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