Electronic Journal of Information Systems in Developing Countries
Scope & Guideline
Transforming Challenges into Opportunities in E-learning
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Information and Communication Technology (ICT) for Development:
The journal emphasizes the role of ICT in fostering development, particularly in addressing issues such as poverty alleviation, education, and healthcare access in developing countries. - E-Government and Public Sector Innovation:
Research focuses on the implementation and effectiveness of e-government initiatives aimed at improving public service delivery and citizen engagement in resource-constrained environments. - Digital Transformation and Business Innovation:
The journal explores how digital technologies can transform businesses in developing countries, including the adoption of mobile banking, e-commerce, and digital strategies to enhance competitiveness. - Social Impact of Information Systems:
A significant focus is placed on understanding the social implications of information systems, especially in terms of empowerment, community engagement, and social capital development. - Sustainable Development and Environmental Considerations:
The journal highlights research that integrates information systems with sustainable development goals, addressing challenges such as climate change, resource management, and social equity. - Methodological Approaches to ICT Research:
EJISDC values diverse research methodologies, including qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-methods approaches, to comprehensively address the complexities of information systems in developing contexts.
Trending and Emerging
- Health Information Systems and Digital Health:
An increasing number of studies focus on the implementation and impact of health information systems, particularly in managing public health crises such as COVID-19, emphasizing the importance of digital health technologies. - Impact of Artificial Intelligence and Big Data:
Research exploring the role of AI and big data analytics in decision-making processes, particularly in sectors such as finance, agriculture, and public services, is gaining traction. - Community-Driven and Participatory Approaches:
There is a growing emphasis on community-driven initiatives and participatory approaches in the design and implementation of information systems, aiming to enhance local engagement and ownership. - Sustainability and Green ICT:
Emerging themes focus on the intersection of ICT and sustainability, investigating how technology can support environmental goals and sustainable practices in developing regions. - Digital Inclusion and Equity:
Research on bridging the digital divide and promoting equitable access to information technologies, particularly for marginalized communities, is increasingly prominent. - Gender and ICT Development:
Studies examining the role of gender in ICT access and usage, especially in empowering women and addressing gender disparities in technology adoption, are becoming more prevalent.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional ICT Adoption Studies:
Research focusing solely on the adoption of ICT without considering contextual factors or broader socio-economic impacts has diminished, as scholars now emphasize the need for more integrated and contextualized approaches. - Purely Technological Solutions:
There is a waning interest in studies that propose technological solutions in isolation, without addressing the socio-cultural, political, and economic contexts that influence technology use and effectiveness. - Generalized E-Government Frameworks:
The journal has moved away from generic frameworks for e-government implementation, favoring more nuanced analyses that consider local conditions, stakeholder engagement, and specific implementation challenges. - Cybersecurity as a Standalone Topic:
While cybersecurity remains important, papers focusing exclusively on cybersecurity issues without integrating them into broader information systems discussions are less frequently published. - Single-Country Case Studies:
There has been a notable decline in the publication of single-country case studies, with an increasing preference for comparative studies that draw insights from multiple contexts.
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