ICT in developing countries: Are language barriers relevant? Evidence from Paraguay

Grazzi, Matteo; Vergara, Sebastián

doi:10.1016/j.infoecopol.2011.11.001

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“…First and foremost, this research has introduced a theoretical model to measure the success of IS in SMEs in Saudi Arabia as a case in the developing countries' context. The focus of previous studies in measuring IS success were on developed countries whereas the developing country context is still under-researched (Alghamdi et al, 2011a;Alshardan et al, 2013;Grazzi & Vergara, 2012;Roztocki & Weistroffer, 2011;Vrgovic, Glassman, Walton, & Vidicki, 2012).…”

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“…Furthermore, limited financial resources (Berisha-Namani, 2009) and inadequate expertise and human resources in SMEs in developing countries (Berisha-Namani, 2009) and the lack of robust regulatory frameworks for IS in developing countries pose major problems. In non-English speaking contexts, the language barrier is also of consideration for developing countries as some citizens may not necessarily know other languages beyond the local language whereas IS products may, for example, be dominated by English-language content (Grazzi & Vergara, 2012).…”

Section: Developing Countries and The Use Of Information Systems (Is)mentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Therefore, measuring and assessing the benefits of IS in SMEs will be valuable in contributing towards the success of these systems (Mirani & Lederer, 1998). Rampersad, 2011b;Fathian, Akhavan, & Hoorali, 2008;Grazzi & Vergara, 2012). Roztocki and Weistroffer (2011) highlight the high failure rate of IS implementation in developing countries and point out that IS applications in developed countries have a "different focus as mature infrastructure is already in place, and project success is often determined by very different criteria" (p. 164).…”

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confidence: 99%

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A Benefits Assessment Model of Information Systems for Small Organizations in Developing Countries

Alshardan¹,

Goodwin²,

Rampersad³

2015

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The influence of information systems (IS) on small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) has enjoyed much attention by managers and policy makers. Despite the hype and eagerness to commit extensive levels of investment, very little research has focuses on assessing the benefits of IS for SMEs in developing countries. Existing literature has been skewed towards developed countries and large organizations. Consequently, the purpose of this paper is to develop a model for evaluating the benefits of IS for SMEs in Saudi Arabia as a case of a developing country. In order to achieve this, the study builds on and extends past IS-impact literature. Based on quantitative results of 365 responses from SMEs, the model comprises 44 measures across five dimensions: 'Individual impact', 'Organisational impact', 'System quality', 'Information quality' and 'Vendor quality'. Applying confirmatory factor analysis and structural equation modelling, the validated model contributes to theory development of IS impact within the context of SMEs in developing countries. Additionally, it provides critical insights to policy makers and managers on assessing the benefits of IS for SMEs in developing countries.

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A Benefits Assessment Model of Information Systems for Small Organizations in Developing Countries

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Goodwin²,

Rampersad³

2015

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“…While local content is conceptualised as a common good that delivers a number of social benefits, calibrating its effectiveness and use in society is difficult (Grazzi and Vergara, 2012). Only one participant reported a state-led initiative for identifying and classifying local and foreign content and measuring the ratio between them.…”

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Exploring the tensions and incongruities of Internet governance in Africa

Holden

Klyton

2016

Government Information Quarterly

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Drawing on a series of in-depth interviews and statistical analysis of policy reports and documents, this paper examines how African nation states interact with Internet governance at the international level. There is a dominant paradigm at work that values the multistakeholder approach and encourages dialogue and equal representation.While, in principle, this model has developed for the good of all participating countries, we illuminate tensions and incongruities experienced by African nation states. We use three analytical frames that focus on the way countries are measured and ranked as ICT ready -what we refer to as accumulating evaluative value, the forms of resistance that emerge in order to counter the universalising values of Internet governance, and the way spatial geographies of internet use and access are mapped out politically. We draw attention to a paradox of stakeholder participation arguing that African nations experience continual disempowerment and alienation in their compliance with international directives.

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“…Technology integration requires that pre-and in-service teachers understand the technology tools themselves and know which tools will make learning easier for the students [16]. [17] state that, if teachers are going to prepare the students to be technologically capable, they need to have the basic technology, skills, know-how, on how to use technology, hardware and software, otherwise teachers will have problems in using the technology effectively in the classroom.…”

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Teachers Readiness in Using ICT in the Classroom: The Case of a Developing Country

Mndzebele¹

2013

IJIET

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Abstract-The aim of the study is to present a review of the teachers' readiness of teaching ICT as a subject, integrating ICT to the other subjects in Swaziland, taking into consideration the challenges encountered in the classrooms. A quantitative research design was used through a questionnaire to collect data from a sample of schools. Systematic sampling was done on the schools in terms of region, location (urban/rural) and type of school (government, mission/church or community). A qualitative research design was also used to collect data through interviews in all teacher education institutions in the country. The study reveals that the Ministry of education has to build an education and training system that will support the teaching ICT as a subject and ICT integration in teaching and learning.

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ICT in developing countries: Are language barriers relevant? Evidence from Paraguay

Cited by 31 publications

References 19 publications

A Benefits Assessment Model of Information Systems for Small Organizations in Developing Countries

A Benefits Assessment Model of Information Systems for Small Organizations in Developing Countries

Exploring the tensions and incongruities of Internet governance in Africa

Teachers Readiness in Using ICT in the Classroom: The Case of a Developing Country

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