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1 MANAGING GENDER-RELATED CHALLENGES IN ICT4D FIELD RESEARCH
"... A significant number of ICT4D projects funded by the developed world cannot meet their objectives. One cause of failures of ICT4D projects is likely to be the failures or shortcomings of the field research component since it is an integral part of a majority ICT4D projects. Hence, it becomes an impe ..."
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research challenges. However, PMP developed in and for the developed world cannot be applied as is; they need to be customized to a developing nation context. This paper illustrates the culturally sensitive application of PMP to manage contextual challenges mainly consisting of gender-related challenges
Materials for an exploratory theory of the network society.
- The British Journal of Sociology
, 2000
"... ABSTRACT This article aims at proposing some elements for a grounded theor y of the network society. The network society is the social structure characteristic of the Information Age, as tentatively identi ed by empirical, cross-cultural investigation. It permeates most societies in the world, in v ..."
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ABSTRACT This article aims at proposing some elements for a grounded theor y of the network society. The network society is the social structure characteristic of the Information Age, as tentatively identi ed by empirical, cross-cultural investigation. It permeates most societies in the world
Achieving and Sustaining Gender Balance in an Undergraduate Teaching Institution
"... Abstract ---Recruiting and retaining women in the STEM faculty ranks has been a national priority for many years. Recent research, sponsored by the NSF ADVANCE program, was performed mostly by doctoral institutions. However, for small undergraduate universities, the resulting challenges and decisio ..."
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Abstract ---Recruiting and retaining women in the STEM faculty ranks has been a national priority for many years. Recent research, sponsored by the NSF ADVANCE program, was performed mostly by doctoral institutions. However, for small undergraduate universities, the resulting challenges
Gender Issues & Information Communication Technology for Development (ICT4D): Prospects and Challenges for Women in Nigeria
"... Abstract Information and Communication Technology is a compendium of interrelated applications, products and services that can either deepen or alter gender equality. It has successfully transformed education, businesses, healthcare, entertainment, politics and good governance within the Global Nor ..."
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analysis. The study reveal gender inclusiveness in policy drafting as a key driver for socio-economic development, improved healthcare and women empowerment in Nigeria. We recommend a deliberate ICT policy that attract and encourages women participation in ICT developmental framework.
Class, Gender and Race Intersections in Indian Society in a Fine Balance by Rohinton Mistry
"... Intersectionality is a feminist theory--- a major paradigm of research in women’s studies; a method of textual analysis as to how the intersection of different multiple identities combine together to enhance the process of exclusion, oppression and marginalization. It has its origins in class strugg ..."
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regarding their age, marital status and nationality as well. This paper argues Intersectionality specifically in Rohinton Mistry’s novel A Fine Balance to encapsulate the interconnectedness of gender, race, class and caste in Indian context involving the issues of age and nationality as well and will focus
GENDER DIFFERENCES IN VIRTUAL COLLABORATION ON A CREATIVE DESIGN TASK Research-in-Progress
"... Collaboration is an important activity in every organization because it fundamentally affects work processes and organizational outcomes. Diversity adds complexity to the mechanism of virtual teams because teams routinely operate virtually by spanning temporal, geographic, national, and cultural bou ..."
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Collaboration is an important activity in every organization because it fundamentally affects work processes and organizational outcomes. Diversity adds complexity to the mechanism of virtual teams because teams routinely operate virtually by spanning temporal, geographic, national, and cultural
Cross-Cultural Differences in the Acceptance of Barnum Profiles Supposedly Derived From Western Versus Chinese Astrology
"... The present study examines cross-cultural differences in the Barnum effect. At Stage 1 of the study, 287 respondents (comprising 149 Westerners and 138 Chinese nationals) provided birth details and completed a belief-in-astrology questionnaire. At Stage 2 a week later, 258 of these (130 Westerners, ..."
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The present study examines cross-cultural differences in the Barnum effect. At Stage 1 of the study, 287 respondents (comprising 149 Westerners and 138 Chinese nationals) provided birth details and completed a belief-in-astrology questionnaire. At Stage 2 a week later, 258 of these (130 Westerners
Women and men in tropical dry forests: a preliminary review Hommes et femmes dans les forêts sèches tropicales: une analyse préliminaire
"... SUMMARY From a broad review of 670 publications on gender and forests, ~130 were found to address the world's dry forests. These were examined with the intent to extract gendered social, cultural, political and economic patterns of relevance in such forests. Seven interrelated themes recurred ..."
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SUMMARY From a broad review of 670 publications on gender and forests, ~130 were found to address the world's dry forests. These were examined with the intent to extract gendered social, cultural, political and economic patterns of relevance in such forests. Seven interrelated themes recurred
Title Organisational Work-life Culture: Five Dimensions Proposed
"... Purpose: Organisational work-life policies and programs allow employees to have greater control over how, when and where they work but these policies are often under-utilised, particularly by men and career-oriented employees. In what is largely an atheoretical area of literature, the paper aims to ..."
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-life policies in many organisations; and (iii) preliminary studies which have explored organisational culture and its relationship to work-life policies. These literatures are integrated to develop a five dimensional construct ‘organisational work-life culture ’ for testing in future research. Findings: We
Vestiges of Sexism and Gender Stereotyping: ZIMSEC Ordinary Level English Language Examinations from 2007 to 2012
"... Abstract The struggle against sexism and gender stereotyping in education has resulted in concerted efforts to produce teaching and learning resources which bear particular sensitivity to gender issues. One area which still needs realignment is the area of Zimbabwe Schools Examinations Council (ZIM ..."
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framework, sampling and research methodology used in this research is highlighted. Results are then presented and analysed and a conclusion finally given. : 2201-6333 (Print) ISSN: 2201-6740 (Online) www.ijern.com 2 1.1 Background to the Study 1.1.1Global and Zimbabwean National Policies on Gender
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