The Importance of Community Involvement in Research and Innovation between 2014–2020

Ioana, Merce Iuliana; Anda, M.; Petroman, Ioan; Bianca, Radac Alina

doi:10.1016/j.sbspro.2015.04.794

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“…Research. Academic research helps to produce scientific knowledge, and current research initiatives can foretell the future of any society (Ioana et al, 2015). University funding for research activities improves the innovative environment and adds to the country's economic growth (Hicks, 2012).…”

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Knowledge Economy, Innovation and the Universities' Education Role in Saudi Arabia: A Study of Academicians’ Perspectives at the University of Hail

Thomran,

Alshammari

2023

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The labour market is witnessing a significant increase in the levels of demand to learn new skills in areas such as data science, artificial intelligence and machine learning, which are among the most prominent features of the new industrial revolution. Universities have a vital function in the knowledge economy and innovation, as they generate and share knowledge through research, education, and creativity. The knowledge economy (KE) and innovation are key drivers of economic growth, as they promote innovation, productivity, and competitiveness. It creates new industries and jobs that require highly skilled workers. Weakness and inadequacy of the educational and research system have been considered as one of the main issues in Saudi Arabia. The aim of this study is to identify the role of universities in the knowledge economy and innovation in Saudi Arabia from the perspective of academics at the University of Hail. To achieve the objective of this research, a cross-sectional explanatory and descriptive research design with a quantitative approach was adopted by the researchers. A sample size of 83 academicians was chosen using a simple random sampling procedure. The analysis method employed was structural equation modelling (SEM) with partial least squares (PLS). The adopted instrument for collecting the data were a survey. The questionnaire measures were based on a 5-point Likert scale. To measure the reliability and validity of the instruments, Cronbach’s alpha, composite reliability, and Fornell-Lacker criterion tests were conducted. The findings of the study revealed that educational curriculum, educational policy, infrastructure, and scientific research have a significant role in (KE) and innovation, whereas the results of teaching methods showed no significant role in (KE) and innovation. To remain competitive in the ever-changing economic landscape, policymakers in Saudi Arabian universities must prioritize curriculum design, infrastructure, teaching methods, policies, and skilled manpower while paying more attention to science, technology, and innovation. In addition, universities should focus on developing the skills of their graduates to meet the demands of the job market. This can be achieved by offering internships and apprenticeships, as well as providing training in soft skills such as communication, teamwork, and problem-solving.

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Knowledge Economy, Innovation and the Universities' Education Role in Saudi Arabia: A Study of Academicians’ Perspectives at the University of Hail

Thomran,

Alshammari

2023

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“…Furthermore, Kowch (2012) discusses diversity in an organisational perspective and then describes the framework for smart specialisation itself. By analysing various projects, Ioana et al (2015) discuss the involvement of communities in the process of academic research and innovation. In the article "Four Minutes to Four Years: The Advantage of Recombinant Over Specialized Innovation-RIS3 Versus 'Smartspec' ", Cooke (2016) used interviews to investigate the policy transition and the political framework's strengths and weaknesses.…”

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Evidence revisited: literature on smart specialisation calls for more mixed research designs

Fellnhofer

2017

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Role of Higher Education in Creation of Knowledge Economy in Punjab, Pakistan

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Mahmood²,

Siddiqui³

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Knowledge is working as an engine in achieving sustainable economic development goals for societies who are shifting from labor intensive economy to knowledge based economy like Pakistan. Education works like a backbone in knowledge based economies. Hence, the current research is planned to find out that is the educational institutions of Pakistan are contribution in production of new knowledge or not. Survey was the technique used by researcher for collection of information. Tool for gathering data was questionnaire and sample was selected from six public and private universities of Punjab Pakistan by applying simple random technique while the sample size was comprised of 606 respondents. Both descriptive and inferential statistical techniques were considered to analyze the data. Association found between the efforts made by higher educational institutions by providing access to knowledge, rich infrastructure, funds, incentives, research and development, human capital development, collaboration with industry and creation of knowledge economy.

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The Importance of Community Involvement in Research and Innovation between 2014–2020

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Knowledge Economy, Innovation and the Universities' Education Role in Saudi Arabia: A Study of Academicians’ Perspectives at the University of Hail

Knowledge Economy, Innovation and the Universities' Education Role in Saudi Arabia: A Study of Academicians’ Perspectives at the University of Hail

Evidence revisited: literature on smart specialisation calls for more mixed research designs

Role of Higher Education in Creation of Knowledge Economy in Punjab, Pakistan

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