Essays about: "challenges of ict in africa"

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1. 1. Closing the skills gap - A study of the ICT-sector and the higher education system in Mauritius

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för nationalekonomi med statistik

   Author : Laura Olsson Radda; Alicia Rydhem; [2022-09-05]
   Keywords : ICT; Skills gap; Labour market; Education; Mauritius; Sub-Saharan Africa;

   Abstract : The Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector is expanding rapidly in many parts of the world. In Mauritius, the demand for skilled labour in ICT exceeds the supply. This mismatch between supply and demand has given rise to a skills gap in the Mauritian labour market. READ MORE

3. 2. The impact of ICT diffusion on primary schooling in The Gambia: a synthetic control approach

   University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för nationalekonomi

   Author : Ida Lennström; Spencer Robild; [2022]
   Keywords : Internet penetration; Synthetic Control Method; sub-Saharan Africa; primary school completion; ICT diffusion;

   Abstract : Using national-level data from countries within sub-Saharan Africa, this paper investigates the impact of ICT diffusion, measured through Internet penetration, on primary school completion. Digital inequalities, as well as an overrepresentation of children out of school, particularly affect poor- and rural population groups in sub-Saharan Africa. READ MORE

4. 3. Innovative solutions for dementia care using ICT: A qualitative content analysis.

   University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för informatik (IK)

   Author : Adeyinka Lawrence Adeojo; [2020]
   Keywords : Information and communication technology ICT ; Information System IS ; Human-Organization-Technology fit HOT Framework; Dementia patients; Older adults; EHealth; Qualitative Content Analysis;

   Abstract : Aims/Objectives: The objectives of this thesis were to examine and discuss the existing information and communication technology (ICT) tools used in the healthcare sector for older adults with dementia, the benefits and challenges of using these ICT tools from the perspective of older adults with dementia and their health care providers. Research methods: Data was collected using semi-structured interviews with older adults with dementia and health care providers and managers at a nursing home in Nigeria. READ MORE

5. 4. Online Learning for Students with Limited ICT Access and Skills

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Innovationsteknik

   Author : Sofia Johansson; Isabella Bergvik; [2020]
   Keywords : Online Learning; Tanzania; Information and Communications Technology; Digital Development; Skills Gap; Social Sciences; Technology and Engineering; Business and Economics;

   Abstract : Education is by the UN stated to be the foundation to creating sustainable development. Lately, there has been a tremendous increase in the use of information and communications technology (ICT) for educational purposes worldwide, but as many countries lag behind both in terms of uptake and usage of ICT, this limits their populations’ chances to participate. READ MORE

6. 5. Evaluating how intensive Information and Communication Technology courses can help bridge the Gender Digital Divide

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Innovationsteknik

   Author : Zoë Wyon; Sofia Sundbom; [2019]
   Keywords : Gender Digital Divide; Information and Communication Technology; Evaluation; Evaluation Framework; Tanzania; Technology and Engineering;

   Abstract : Inclusion in the digital society can lead to improved communication and access to information which increases informed decision making and productivity for individuals and businesses. In turn, this has a positive effect on the socio-economic development of a country. READ MORE