Browsing by Subject "Technology"
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Becoming paperless : fostering adoption of health information technology
(2016-07-28)Health information technologies (HIT) are revolutionizing healthcare organizations and significantly transforming how services are provided, managed, and accessed. The shift away from paper-based charts to electronic ... -
Digital meditation platforms : searching for "App"iness
(2019-01-19)Meditation and mindfulness apps are a popular and convenient option for busy meditators to access improved mental health. Millions of people now meditate with a wearable or smartphone app, which suggests that we need to ... -
Effective usage of unmanned aerial vehicle technology in emergency operations in Canada
(2018-05-23)The use of Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) technology is increasing globally and if applied in the field of Public Safety (PS), could prove useful in providing solutions to challenges in emergency operations. The purpose ... -
The impact of personal devices in the classroom
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2021)Technology has been rapidly changing throughout the 21st Century. While teachers have adapted to 21st century learning, the onslaught of constantly emerging technology has created a divide in how certain technologies should ... -
IT outsourcing strategy : public service management perspectives
(2016-12-14)Information Technology (IT) outsourcing as a strategy has become an important management tool for most government organizations. It has also been the subject of much academic research. However, there is limited understanding ... -
Tech team technology support model and new technology adoption at Calgary Girls' School
(2015-11-20)Technology use and adoption in innovative ways is a challenge facing users in today's work and learning environments. Having physical access to technology is not the simple solution to fully integrated use of that technology. ... -
Technology integration: how effective are teachers at implementing technology into classroom instruction?
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2015)Technology integration of teachers in School District 69, Qualicum Beach, was investigated using a mixed methods exploratory approach. A survey (N=58) collecting both qualitative and quantitative data was distributed to ... -
Uncovering challenges : a case study identifying the barriers of introducing a proposed computer-based substance use intervention program into elementary classrooms
(2018-12-07)The purpose of this case study was to explore the problems that teachers anticipate facing when facilitating a new online computer-based substance use intervention program to grade six and seven elementary school students. ...
