Information & Communications Technology (ICT) Infrastructure Assessment of Pangasinan State University, Open University Systems

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Randy Joy Magno Ventayen ◽  
Caren C. Orlanda-Ventayen
Keyword(s):  
Open University ◽  
Communications Technology ◽  
State University ◽  
University Systems ◽  
Ict Infrastructure

scholarly journals Reviewer Acknowledgements

2018 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 90
Author(s):  
William Oscar
Keyword(s):  
Veterinary Medicine ◽  
Peer Review ◽  
Balearic Islands ◽  
Open University ◽  
State University ◽  
University Of Tennessee ◽  
Catholic University ◽  
Contemporary Education ◽  
Metropolitan College

International Journal of Contemporary Education (IJCE) would like to acknowledge the following reviewers for their assistance with peer review of manuscripts for this issue. Many authors, regardless of whether IJCE publishes their work, appreciate the helpful feedback provided by the reviewers. Their comments and suggestions were of great help to the authors in improving the quality of their papers. Each of the reviewers listed below returned at least one review for this issue.Reviewers for Volume 1, Number 1 Alexandra Ingram, University of Tennessee, USAArvind Sharma, Dr. Shakuntala Misra National Rehabilitation University, IndiaBruna Gabriela Augusto Marçal Vieira, Universidade Estadual Paulista, BrazilCarme Pinya, University of Balearic Islands, SpainCristina Simões, Portuguese Catholic University, PortugalFederica Cornali, University of Turin, ItalyFroilan Delute Mobo, Philippine Merchant Marine Academy, PhilippinesGiuseppe Maugeri, Ca' Foscari University, ItalyIonel Bondoc, University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine Iasi, RomaniaIosif Fragkoulis, Hellenic Open University, GreeceJavier Fombona, Univ. Oviedo, SpainMakrina Nina Zafiri, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, GreeceNesrin Ozturk, Ege University, TurkeyNilgün Tosun, Trakya University, TurkeySaid K. Juma, The State University of Zanzibar, FinlandSandro Sehic, Oneida BOCES, USAVassiliki Pliogou, Metropolitan College of Thessaloniki, Greece     William OscarEditorial AssistantInternational Journal of Contemporary Education---------------------------------------------------------Redfame Publishing9450 SW Gemini Dr. #99416Beaverton, OR 97008, USATel: 1-503-828-0536 ext. 509Fax: 1-503-828-0537E-mail: [email protected]: http://ijce.redfame.com

E-Documents and E-Signatures in Tanzania

2012 ◽  
pp. 90-122 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ubena John
Keyword(s):  
At Risk ◽  
Information Systems ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Legal Status ◽  
Legal Framework ◽  
Information And Communications Technology ◽  
Communications Technology ◽  
Literature Analysis ◽  
Ict Infrastructure ◽  
The Government

This chapter analyses the use of e-Documents and e-Signatures in Tanzania with a view of establishing their legal status, applicability, and the future of such technologies in e-Government systems. That is important as Information and Communications Technology (ICT) is widely employed in Tanzania. Moreover, the development and application of information systems is influenced by law. Therefore, the problem investigated is twofold: First, legal status, validity, and admissibility of e-Documents and e-Signatures in evidence in Tanzania are questioned. Second, the challenges facing the establishment of e-Government in Tanzania are explored. The chapter is a qualitative study, i.e. library- and desk-based research. Various literatures focusing on e-Documents and e-Signatures are reviewed, analysed, and evaluated so as to draw a conclusion on the relevancy of e-Documents and e-Signatures in the e-Government projects in Tanzania. The literature analysis conducted found that there is a lack of legal framework to recognize e-Documents and e-Signatures compounded with poor ICT infrastructure in Tanzania. This scenario puts e-Government endeavours at risk. It is recommended that the government should enact the laws to recognise e-Documents and e-Signatures to boost e-Commerce as well as e-Government.

The Role of Ugandan Public Universities in Promoting Accessible Information and Communications Technology

2021 ◽  
pp. 322-340
Author(s):  
Patrick Ojok
Keyword(s):  
Public Universities ◽  
Information And Communications Technology ◽  
Teaching Staff ◽  
Communications Technology ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Persons With Disabilities ◽  
Accessible Information ◽  
Ict Infrastructure ◽  
Laws And Policies

Information and communications technology is indispensable for many aspects of life. Information and communications technology design, however, often overlooks the needs of users with disabilities. And even when accessible apps are available for purchase, they can be unaffordable for individuals and institutions in developing countries. Information and communications technology (ICT) is a legislative priority in Uganda, but little is known about the availability and use of accessible ICT services by persons with disabilities in its public universities. Hence, this cross-sectional survey explored the use of accessible ICT by 32 teaching and non-teaching staff in four public Ugandan universities. Positively, findings revealed that most of the staff were aware of national ICT laws and policies. Yet the provision of accessible ICT services remains low, with the most available accessible ICT services being the establishment of separate ICT laboratories; library environments; e-learning platforms; and payment systems. The major barriers to accessible ICT services in the universities were insufficient provision of computers; outdated computers; not enough internet-connected computers; dearth of technical support; meager ICT skills; and meager space. The findings reveal a clear need for collaboration on ICT infrastructure to ensure availability, accessibility, and affordability of ICT for persons with disabilities in higher-education institutions in Uganda.

scholarly journals The Historical Development and Adaptation of Open Universities in Turkish Context

2019 ◽  
Vol 20 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Aras Bozkurt
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Historical Development ◽  
Role Model ◽  
Learning Opportunities ◽  
Open University ◽  
State University ◽  
Information Gap ◽  
Turkish Higher Education ◽  
International Collaborations ◽  
Definition Of

Open and Distance Learning (ODL) has a long history, one marked by the emergence of open universities, which was a critical development in the ecology of openness. Open universities have taken on significant local and global roles within the framework of meeting the needs of their respective regions of influence, and as such, their roles have evolved over time. Against this background, the purpose of this research is to explore the open university phenomenon by examining the case of Anadolu University in Turkey, a mega university that has transformed into what is now a giga university. More specifically, the research first looks at openness in education and how the concept itself has led to the emergence of open universities, before turning attention to Anadolu University, which is a dual-mode, state university with around 3 million enrolled students. Other issues that are addressed as part of this research include the rise of ODL and how it positioned itself within Turkish higher education; the historical development of Anadolu University and its massiveness, in terms of student numbers and services provided; local and global ODL practices; learner profiles, learning materials and spaces; exams and assessment and evaluation processes; learner support services, and Anadolu University’s contribution, as an open university, to the field of ODL. The research shows that as an open university, Anadolu University has narrowed the information gap and digital divide, has enhanced equality of opportunity in education, and has provided lifelong learning opportunities. More importantly, as an institution that has gone beyond the conventional understanding of an open university, Anadolu University serves as a catalyst of change and innovation in its emergence as a role model for other higher education institutions. The following recommendations were able to be developed from the examinations of this study: (1) develop a definition of “openness” based on the changing paradigms of the 21st century and online learning, (2) enter into national and international collaborations between open universities, (3) adopt culturally relevant open pedagogies, (4) develop and design heutagogy-based curricula, and (5) unbundle ODL services in mega and giga universities.

scholarly journals Chinas ICT: Progressing Toward Maturity From A Global Perspective

2011 ◽  
Vol 3 (5) ◽  
Author(s):  
James W. Gabberty ◽  
Linda Jo Calloway
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Knowledge Economy ◽  
Positive Outcome ◽  
Global Supply Chain ◽  
Information And Communications Technology ◽  
Global Perspective ◽  
Communications Technology ◽  
Global Knowledge ◽  
The Status ◽  
Ict Infrastructure

This paper assesses the information and communications technology (ICT) factors governing Chinas economic expansion and its ability to sustain this expansion in the context of competing nations with similar infrastructures. This assessment utilizes a variety of selected metrics that capture the status of ICT capability of China. It provides a glimpse into the countrys ability to become a significant force in the global knowledge economy by highlighting the nations overall competitiveness rankings, juxtaposed to the standings of other nations. The timeliness of this work is noteworthy, since the success of Chinas transition towards economic and societal advancement is underpinned, to a large extent, by its total ICT investment. If a positive outcome is achieved, Chinese manufacturers will be able to adroitly weave themselves into the global supply chain by leveraging the countrys burgeoning ICT infrastructure.

Sign in / Sign up

Export Citation Format

Share Document