A trust based model for enhanced adoption of diabetes self-management mobile applications
- Authors: Mainoti, Ganizani Fidelis
- Date: 2018
- Subjects: Medical records -- Data processing Medical records -- Management Mobile communication systems
- Language: English
- Type: Thesis , Masters , MCom
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10353/11041 , vital:37011
- Description: Information technology (IT) trust is an important concept as people today rely more on IT to perform their tasks than before. Extensive research in Information Systems (IS) has explored trust and how it affects clients’ selection of different IT artefacts. Literature found trust to be a key determinant of technology use and an accelerator of understanding user perceptions regarding technology. Users’ perception of a technology’s characteristics influences their initial decision to adopt it; they are less likely to try the technology once they perceive significant risk linked to the technology exploration. The study focused on trust in relation to adoption of mobile applications (apps) for self-management of diabetic treatment regimens. The aim was to identify factors that should be incorporated in these apps to positively influence user perception of trustworthiness for enhanced adoption. According to extant literature, there are a myriad of apps which are available and ready for use, but diabetic patients are not maximising these opportunities to actively participate in managing their conditions. This is in spite of the numerous benefits accruable from using these apps to aid treatment regimens away from clinical settings or with minimal involvement of health personnel. This work is a qualitative study that investigated the reasons behind the low levels of trust in mobile applications for self-management of diabetes. The research design involved a survey and the study employed interviews for primary data collection. Twenty participants were engaged in the intervention. Some of these respondents were diabetic patients on treatment and others were health staff specialising in diabetes treatment. The participants were asked to download and try, for one month or more, the Diabetes:M app from Google play store for android devices or from iTunes for IOS devices. Thereafter, interviews were held with the participants to investigate their perceptions of the diabetes management app. Based on the outcome of the investigation, the researcher put forward a model proposing the attributes of trustworthiness of diabetes self-management mobile apps for enhanced adoption. Research findings showed that the apps for diabetes self-management should be usable, possess sufficient functionalities, give accurate information for decision-making, be reliable, and secure in order to enhance the trust of diabetic patients.
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- Date Issued: 2018
Abakhwetha rest from the dance: Eluhewini, 1959
- Authors: Ingle, Pauline Cornwell, 1915-1999
- Date: 1959
- Subjects: Xhosa (African people) -- Social life and customs , Circumcision -- South Africa , Initiation rites -- South Africa , Photography -- South Africa
- Language: English
- Type: Still image
- Identifier: vital:11987 , http://hdl.handle.net/10353/d1000764 , Xhosa (African people) -- Social life and customs , Circumcision -- South Africa , Initiation rites -- South Africa , Photography -- South Africa
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- Date Issued: 1959
Abalone poaching in the East london area, Eastern Cape Province, South Africa
- Authors: Nini, Nobuhle Aurelia
- Date: 2013
- Subjects: Abalone culture -- South Africa -- Eastern Cape , Abalone industry -- South Africa -- Eastern Cape , Abalone populations -- South Africa -- Eastern Cape , Poaching -- South Africa -- Eastern Cape , Fisheries -- Licenses -- South Africa -- Eastern Cape
- Language: English
- Type: Thesis , Masters , MPhil (Environmental Studies)
- Identifier: vital:11879 , http://hdl.handle.net/10353/d1006805 , Abalone culture -- South Africa -- Eastern Cape , Abalone industry -- South Africa -- Eastern Cape , Abalone populations -- South Africa -- Eastern Cape , Poaching -- South Africa -- Eastern Cape , Fisheries -- Licenses -- South Africa -- Eastern Cape
- Description: Abalone poaching is a major problem in South Africa. The South African abalone, Haliotis midae, rates as an extreme example of high levels of illegal harvesting. The research aimed at examining the role of the different role players in preventing poaching of the species in the East London area of the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa and determining the challenges the officers faced as there was an increase in poaching in the area. To achieve this aim, the research techniques including questionnaires, interviews and focus groups were used. Fisheries compliance and enforcement faces challenges of the illegal harvesting of abalone since 1994. In the past 18 years (1994-2012), and more specifically in the past nine years (2004-2012), poaching of abalone has increased at an alarming rate along the East London coastline. The failure of the state to issue fishing rights and conduct effective sea-based compliance, combined with the incentives to fish abalone created the conditions for rapid emergence of illegal harvesting. The uncontrolled fishing had a dramatic effect on the stock, and the average size of abalone decreased significantly. The Eastern Cape Province abalone cultivation industries were developed due to the decline in harvesting of abalone. Government departments such as the Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries; the Department of Economic Development, Environmental Affairs and Tourism; the South African Police Services together with the Eastern Cape Parks and Tourism Agency have conducted joint operations to combat the illegal harvesting of abalone. These operations have led to many arrests of abalone poachers along the East London coastline. The quantity of confiscated abalone has increased from 2007 to 2011. The positive results achieved by the departments during joint operations showcase robust efforts to eradicate the environmental transgression in the East London Coastline. Joint operations are encouraged by all the departments to save the species for future generations. Workshops involving different stakeholders had to take place and the policies in place must have a bottom-up approach where communities are involved.
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- Date Issued: 2013
Abandoned buildings as breeding ground for criminal activities: a case study of Libode Town under Nyandeni Local Municipality in the Eastern Cape
- Authors: Baliwe, Mthuthuzeli Christopher
- Date: 2020-02
- Subjects: Abandoned buildings http://id.loc.gov/authorities/subjects/sh2006005935 , Crime -- South Africa http://id.loc.gov/authorities/subjects/sh2009122346
- Language: English
- Type: Doctoral theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10353/19215 , vital:43032
- Description: Buildings and houses are neglected by their owners/ government for different reasons, but money tends to be the leading reason in most instances. That then needs minds to work hand in hand; owners of the buildings must co-partner with the government to reduce the crisis by ensuring that there are no abandoned buildings in the community as these have proved to be breeding ground for criminal activities. The study was conducted in Libode town, which is under Nyandeni Local municipality in the Eastern Cape. Around Libode town there are abandoned buildings that have not been used for years. In most cases criminals use these for their criminal activities and hide outs from the law. There have been multiple cases reported about crimes committed inside and around these buildings, and still no intervention from the local government has been instituted. The aim of this study was to explore the influence of abandoned buildings on criminal activities in Libode Town. The study used a qualitative design in data collection and in describing the results. A sample of 8 key informants, 10 members from Qhankqu and 10 members from Belmond Township formed participants of the study. These were selected using the Snowball sampling method. In-depth / one on one interviews were used to collect data from key informants and focus group interviews were used to interview two groups, one from Belmond and the other from Qhankqu. Data were analysed and drafted using thematic analysis and transcription. Interviews were recorded and notes were taken to collect data. Findings indicate that indeed abandoned buildings are the source of so many criminal activities as it was explained by the researcher that youth hangs on these buildings and formulate gangs. These gangs are utilised by drug dealers to distribute their merchandise. Findings also explained that these buildings are located on places which are dangerous and it motivates wrongdoers to even carry on their doings. Findings indicated that lack of attention to these buildings by the government and the relevant owners was the main factor that led criminals to utilise abandoned buildings for their wrongdoings. Findings further showed that the government failed to ensure that these buildings are checked at least twice a month in order to keep control on these buildings, causing criminals to target the abandoned buildings. The study recommends that SAPS and Nyandeni local municipality draft Laws/ restrictions for the use of these buildings so that if anyone wants to use these buildings they must follow these laws and restrictions, which will help to restrict criminal elements from using these buildings without permission. To solve the problem of criminals taking advantage of abandoned buildings, the study recommends, the buildings should be either destroyed or fixed. , Thesis (MSoc) -- Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, 2020
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- Date Issued: 2020-02
Absorptive capacity and information technology adoption strategies in Kenyan SMEs
- Authors: Ndiege, Joshua Rumo Arongo
- Date: 2013
- Language: English
- Type: Thesis , Doctoral , PhD (Information Systems)
- Identifier: vital:11140 , http://hdl.handle.net/10353/d1014672
- Description: Although Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), arguably, make up a significant part of economic development in many countries, these enterprises have continued to face challenges especially in developing countries like Kenya. With Information Technology (IT) being considered a critical component of the survival of SMEs, many are striving to invest in it. However, a number of these SMEs are still far from realising the full potential of their IT investments. In today‟s challenging and dynamic business environment, SMEs need to leverage both internal and external knowledge, exploit it to help improve and maintain their competitiveness, and consequently, their survival. This study has endeavoured to address the IT adoption strategy challenges experienced by SMEs in Kenya and other developing countries, as these have been largely flawed. The study has explored on the way in which these enterprises can build strong Absorptive Capacities (AC) and exploit these to improve their IT adoption processes through a model of AC. To achieve this, a qualitative, interpretive case study research approach was employed in this study. The findings of this study suggest that although AC plays a critical role in the performance of SMEs in Kenya, many of these enterprises have low levels of AC. It also became clear that all the SMEs that participated in the study had not attained maturity in their IT adoption process. However, SMEs that exhibited strong AC employed the use of more superior IT adoption processes than did their counterparts with low levels of AC. From the results of this study an IT Adoption Strategy Improvement Model (ITASIM) has been developed to help SMEs improve their IT adoption strategies. The model focuses on improving SMEs‟ AC and injecting these alongside the elements of a good strategy in the SMEs‟ IT adoption process. Furthermore, in order to help in the effective implementation of ITASIM, implementation guidelines have been developed.
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- Date Issued: 2013
Abstract Algebra: MAT 311
- Authors: Makamba, B B , Murali, V
- Date: 2011-06
- Language: English
- Type: Examination paper
- Identifier: vital:17606 , http://hdl.handle.net/10353/d1009981
- Description: Algebra: MAT 311, degree examination June 2011.
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- Date Issued: 2011-06
Academic experiences of faculty of education postgraduate students who have dropped out of a higher education institution in Eastern Cape Province
- Authors: Mdyogolo, Winkie
- Date: 2012
- Subjects: Education, Higher -- South Africa -- Eastern Cape , Dropouts -- South Africa -- Eastern Cape , Universities and colleges -- South Africa -- Eastern Cape , Graduate students -- Supervision of -- South Africa -- Eastern Cape -- Case studies , Universities and colleges -- South Africa -- Graduate work -- Case studies
- Language: English
- Type: Thesis , Masters , M Ed
- Identifier: vital:16172 , http://hdl.handle.net/10353/512 , Education, Higher -- South Africa -- Eastern Cape , Dropouts -- South Africa -- Eastern Cape , Universities and colleges -- South Africa -- Eastern Cape , Graduate students -- Supervision of -- South Africa -- Eastern Cape -- Case studies , Universities and colleges -- South Africa -- Graduate work -- Case studies
- Description: The purpose of this study was to explore academic learning experiences of students who have dropped out of postgraduate studies in a Higher Education Institution in Eastern Cape. The study employed phenomenological approach using unstructured in-depth interviews to collect data from participants who have dropped out of Masters Programme in HEI in Eastern Cape. Four participants participated in this study. A lot of themes emerged from what the participants reported and similar experiences were noted as well as different experiences. Central to what this study ascertained is the relationship between the supervisor and supervisee. From the findings of the study it can be ascertained that for any postgraduate student to succeed in his/her studies he / she needs a positive relationship with the supervisor who will play a role of guide, mentor, supporter and a friend. However, the academic preparedness of the students in terms of academic reading and writing, computer literacy and determination to be an independent researcher is also key. Whilst this study provides insight to what the students have experienced academically its findings cannot be generalised because the experiences are those of individuals. , Govan Mbeki Research and Development Centre
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- Date Issued: 2012
Academic experiences of faculty of education postgraduate students who have dropped out of a higher education institution in the Eastern Cape Province
- Authors: Mdyogolo, Winkie
- Date: 2012
- Subjects: Dropouts -- South Africa -- Eastern Cape Education, Higher -- South Africa -- Eastern Cape Universities and colleges -- South Africa -- Graduate work -- Case studies
- Language: English
- Type: Thesis , Masters , MEd
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10353/8317 , vital:32268
- Description: The purpose of this study was to explore academic learning experiences of students who have dropped out of postgraduate studies in a Higher Education Institution in Eastern Cape. The study employed phenomenological approach using unstructured in-depth interviews to collect data from participants who have dropped out of Masters Programme in HEI in Eastern Cape. Four participants participated in this study. A lot of themes emerged from what the participants reported and similar experiences were noted as well as different experiences. Central to what this study ascertained is the relationship between the supervisor and supervisee. From the findings of the study it can be ascertained that for any postgraduate student to succeed in his/her studies he / she needs a positive relationship with the supervisor who will play a role of guide, mentor, supporter and a friend. However, the academic preparedness of the students in terms of academic reading and writing, computer literacy and determination to be an independent researcher is also key. Whilst this study provides insight to what the students have experienced academically its findings cannot be generalised because the experiences are those of individuals.
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- Date Issued: 2012
Academic Management and Reasoning: APR 111F
- Authors: Siziba, L P , Ndhlovu, K
- Date: 2010-07
- Language: English
- Type: Examination paper
- Identifier: vital:18256 , http://hdl.handle.net/10353/d1011250
- Description: Academic Management and Reasoning: APR 111F, Supplementary examination July 2010.
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- Date Issued: 2010-07
Academic Practice & Reasoning: APR 122F
- Authors: Siziba, L P , Makwela, N
- Date: 2011-11
- Language: English
- Type: Examination paper
- Identifier: vital:18275 , http://hdl.handle.net/10353/d1011271
- Description: Academic Practice & Reasoning: APR 122F, examination November 2011.
- Full Text: false
- Date Issued: 2011-11
Academic Practice and Reasoning: APR 122
- Authors: Siziba, L P , Makwela, B
- Date: 2012-02
- Subjects: English
- Language: English
- Type: Examination paper
- Identifier: vital:18235 , http://hdl.handle.net/10353/d1011227
- Description: Academic Practice and Reasoning: APR 122, degree examination February 2012.
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- Date Issued: 2012-02
Academic Practice and Reasoning: APR 122F
- Authors: Siziba, L P , Makwela, N
- Date: 2011-02
- Language: English
- Type: Examination paper
- Identifier: vital:18227 , http://hdl.handle.net/10353/d1011218
- Description: Academic Practice and Reasoning: APR 122F, Supplementary examination February 2011.
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- Date Issued: 2011-02
Academic Practices & Reasoning: APR 122
- Authors: Scott, R , Blatchford, M
- Date: 2011-01
- Language: English
- Type: Examination paper
- Identifier: vital:18248 , http://hdl.handle.net/10353/d1011242
- Description: Academic Practices and Reasoning: APR 122, supplementary examination Jan/Feb 2012.
- Full Text: false
- Date Issued: 2011-01
Academic Practices and Reasoning: APR 111
- Authors: Scott,R , Blatchford, M
- Date: 2012-06
- Language: English
- Type: Examination paper
- Identifier: vital:18270 , http://hdl.handle.net/10353/d1011266
- Description: Academic Practices and Reasoning: APR 111, special examination June 2012.
- Full Text: false
- Date Issued: 2012-06
Academic Practices and Reasoning: APR 111
- Authors: Jadhunundhan, R , Rautenbach, E
- Date: 2005-06
- Language: English
- Type: Examination paper
- Identifier: vital:18265 , http://hdl.handle.net/10353/d1011261
- Description: Academic Practices and Reasoning: APR 111, examination June 2005.
- Full Text: false
- Date Issued: 2005-06
Academic Practices and Reasoning: APR 111
- Authors: Scott, R , Blatchford, M
- Date: 2011-07
- Language: English
- Type: Examination paper
- Identifier: vital:18261 , http://hdl.handle.net/10353/d1011257
- Description: Academic Practices and Reasoning: APR 111, examination July/August 2011.
- Full Text: false
- Date Issued: 2011-07
Academic Practices and Reasoning: APR 111
- Authors: Scott, R , Blatchford, M
- Date: 2010-05
- Language: English
- Type: Examination paper
- Identifier: vital:18268 , http://hdl.handle.net/10353/d1011264
- Description: Academic Practices and Reasoning: APR 111, examination May/June 2010.
- Full Text: false
- Date Issued: 2010-05
Academic Practices and Reasoning: APR 111F
- Authors: Siziba, L P , Ndhlovu, K
- Date: 2010-06
- Language: English
- Type: Examination paper
- Identifier: vital:18269 , http://hdl.handle.net/10353/d1011265
- Description: Academic Practices and Reasoning: APR 111F, examination June 2010.
- Full Text: false
- Date Issued: 2010-06
Academic Practices and Reasoning: APR 122
- Authors: Scott, R , Blatchford, M
- Date: 2010-01
- Language: English
- Type: Examination paper
- Identifier: vital:18236 , http://hdl.handle.net/10353/d1011228
- Description: Academic Practices and Reasoning: APR 122, Jan/Feb supplementary examination 2010.
- Full Text: false
- Date Issued: 2010-01
Academic Practices and Reasoning: APR 122
- Authors: Scott, R , Blatchford, M
- Date: 2009-11
- Language: English
- Type: Examination paper
- Identifier: vital:18273 , http://hdl.handle.net/10353/d1011269
- Description: Academic Practices and Reasoning: APR 122, examination November 2009.
- Full Text: false
- Date Issued: 2009-11