Proceedings
2007 Informing Science and Information Technology Conference
 InSITE 2007

Ljubljana, Slovenia – 22-25 June 2007

Selected papers from the InSITE2007 conference were also published in one of the following:

Informing Science Journal
Interdisciplinary Journal of Knowledge and Learning Objects
Interdisciplinary Journal of Information, Knowledge, and Management
International Journal of Doctoral Studies
Issues in Informing Science and Information Technology
Journal of Information, Information Technology, and Organizations
Journal of Information Technology Education

 

Panel

Getting Published in Informing Science Institute Journals and Books: Advice from the Editors Panel Session

Eli Cohen, Informing Science Institute, USA

Linda Knight, DePaul University, USA

Alex Koohang, Macon State College, USA

Scott Lloyd, University of Rhode Island, USA

Grandon Gill, University of South Florida, USA

Kathy Lynch, University of the Sunshine Coast, Australia

Yair Levy, Nova Southeastern University, USA

Bob Travica, University of Manitoba, Canada

Panel Discussion: Challenges of Open Educational Resources

Alex Koohang, Macon State College, USA

Tom Seymour, Minot State University, USA

Gary DeLorenzo, California University of Pennsylvania, USA

Robert Skovira, Robert Morris University, USA

Topic: Collaborative Work / Working Together / Teams

Socio-Technical Theory and Knowledge Construction: Towards New Pedagogical Paradigms?

Antonio Cartelli, University of Cassino, Italy

A Didactic Experience in Collaborative Learning Supported by Digital Media

Ricardo Cattafi, Universidad de Carabobo, Venezuela

Christiane Metzner, Universidad Central de Venezuela, Venezuela

A Project of Link between University and Business

Carmen De Pablos, Rey Juan Carlos University, Spain

Monica De Pablos, Rey Juan Carlos University, Spain

An Integrated Model of Collaborative Knowledge Building

Gurparkash Singh, Central Queensland University, Australia

Louise Hawkins, Central Queensland University, Australia

Greg Whymark, Central Queensland University, Australia

Topic: Control, Audit, and Security

Intelligent System for Information Security Management: Architecture and Design Issues

Mariana Hentea, Excelsior College, USA

Framing the Corporate Security Problem: The Ecology of Security

Robert Skovira, Robert Morris University, USA

Threat Modeling Using Fuzzy Logic Paradigm

Adesina Simon Sodiya, Department of Computer Science, University of Agriculture, Nigeria

Saidat Adebukola Onashoga, Department of Computer Science, University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Nigeria

Beatrice Oladunjoye, Department of Computer Science, University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Nigeria

The Need for and Contents of a Course in Forensic Information Systems & Computer Science at the University of Cape Town

Adrie Stander, University of Cape Town, South Africa

Kevin Johnston, University of Cape Town, South Africa

Topic: Curriculum Issues

Information Technology Team Projects in Higher Education: An International Viewpoint

Kathy Lynch, Monash University, Australia

Aleksej Heinze, University of Salford, United Kingdom

Elsje Scott, University of Cape Town, South Africa

Accreditation of Monash University Software Engineering (MUSE) Program

Sita Ramakrishnan, Monash University, Australia

Multidisciplinarity in Education for Digital Librarianship

Terry Weech, GSLIS, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, USA

Topic: Decision Making / Business Intelligence (DM/BI)

An Information System for a Bauxite Mine

Jim Everett, University of Western Australia, Australia

Introducing Students to Business Intelligence: Acceptance and Perceptions of OLAP Software

Mike Hart, University of Cape Town, South Africa

Farhan Esat, University of Cape Town, South Africa

Michael Rocha, University of Cape Town, South Africa

Zaid Khatieb, University of Cape Town, South Africa

Approach to Building and Implementing Business Intelligence Systems

Celina Olszak, University of Economics in Katowice, Poland

Ewa Ziemba, University of Economics in Katowice, Poland

Topic: Distance Education & e-Learning

Prisoner’s Attitudes Toward Using Distance Education Whilst in Prisons in Saudi Arabia

Abdulkarim Al saif, Qassim University, Saudi Arabia

Teaching Mobile Communication in an e-Learning Environmnet

Laura Bergström, Arcada Polytechnic, Finland

Kaj Grahn, Arcada Polytechnic, Finland

Jonny Karlsson, Arcada Polytechnic, Finland

Göran Pulkkis, Arcada Polytechnic, Finland

An Exploratory Survey in Collaborative Software in a Graduate Course in Automatic Identification and Data Capture

Stephen Elliott, Purdue University, USA

Teresa Rishel, Kent State University, USA

Is There a Value Paradox of E-learning in MBA Programs?

Nitza Geri, The Open University of Israel, Israel

David Gefen, Drexel University, USA

E-Learning in the School: Applied to Teaching Mathematics in Portugal

Maria João Gonçalves, University of Minho, Portugal

Claus Kaldeich, University of Minho, Portugal

Applying a System Development Approach to Translate Educational Requirements into E-Learning

Said Hadjerrouit, Agder University College, Norway

A Model of Introducing e-Learning System at Vocational College for Business Secretaries

Marko Kastelic, SSER Ljubljana, Slovenia

Tea Lončarič, SSER Ljubljana, Slovenia

Practical E-Learning for the Faculty of Mathematics and Physics at the University of Ljubljana

Primož Lukšič, Institute of Mathematics, Physics and Mechanics (IMFM), University of Ljubljana, Slovenia

Boris Horvat, IMFM, University of Ljubljana, Slovenia

Andrej Bauer, IMFM, University of Ljubljana, Slovenia

Tomaž Pisanski, IMFM, University of Ljubljana and University of Primorska, Slovenia

Is it fully On or partly Off? The Case of Fully-Online Provision of Transnational Education

Iwona Miliszewska, Victoria University, Australia

Blended Proposal of Orientation Scientific Works by Comparison Face-to-Face and Online Processes

Pollyana Mustaro, Mackenzie Presbyterian University, Brazil

Towards a Student Advisory System for E-learning

Raafat Saade, John Molson School of Business - Concordia University, Canada

Dennis Kira, John Molson School of Business - Concordia University, Canada

Dani Dogmoch, John Molson School of Business - Concordia University, Canada

Viability of the “Technology Acceptance Model” in Multimedia Learning Environments:  A Comparative Study

Raafat Saade, John Molson School of Business - Concordia University, Canada

Fassil Nebebe, John Molson School of Business - Concordia University, Canada

Weiwei Tan, John Molson School of Business - Concordia University, Canada

Can Online Tutors Improve the Quality of E-Learning?

Viktorija Sulčič, UP Faculty of Management Koper, Slovenia

Alja Sulčič, UP Faculty of Management Koper, Slovenia

Topic: Doctoral Consortium

Information Systems in General Practice: A Framework to Implement the Management and Prevention of Chronic Diseases

Daniel Roberto Carbone, Victoria University, Australia

Interoperability Gap Challenges for Learning Object Repositories & Learning Management Systems

Robert Mason, Nova Southeastern University, USA

Study of Information Systems Hierarchy of Needs Actualization and the Impact of End User Perceived Needs on User

William Ochs II, Nova Southeastern University, USA

An Examination of Factors Associated with Students’ Ethical Decision Making in Post-Secondary Online Learning

Michelle M. Ramim, Nova Southeastern University, USA

Topic: Doctoral Studies

Dealing with Social Isolation to Minimize Doctoral Attrition – A Four Stage Framework

Azad Ali, Indiana University of Pennsylvania, USA

Fred Kohun, Robert Morris University, USA

The Discovery Camp: A Talent Fostering Initiative for Developing Research Capabilities among Undergraduate Students

Joerg Evermann, Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand

Val Hooper, Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand

Pak Yoong, Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand

Janet Toland, Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand

Eusebio Scornavacca, Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand

Topic: DSS, GDSS, ESS/EIS, Knowledge Work

Experiences in Building and Using Decision Support Systems in Postgraduate University Courses

Arthur Tatnall, Victoria University, Australia

Stephen Burgess, Victoria University, Australia

Topic: Economic Aspects

SMS Banking Services: A 21st Century Innovation in Banking Technology

Emmanuel Rotimi Adagunodo, Obafemi Awolowo University, Nigeria

Oludele Awodele, Department of Computer Science, Babcock University, Nigeria

Olutayo Ajayi, Computer Centre, University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Nigeria

On the Relationship between Warranty and the Risk of Information Asymmetry

Dimitar Christozov, American University in Bulgaria, Bulgaria

Stefanka Chukova, Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand

Plamen Mateev, University of Sofia "St. Kliment Ohridski", Bulgaria

Offshore Outsourcing: New Spin Or Same Old Business

Sudesh Duggal, Northern Kentucky University, USA

Carl Simkonis, Northern Kentucky University, USA

Topic: Education / Training

The Lifelong Learning Iceberg of Information Systems Academics – A Study of On-Going Formal and Informal Learning by Academics

Bill Davey, RMIT University, Australia

Arthur Tatnall, Victoria University, Australia

Can We Reduce Students’ Negative Attitude Towards Math?

Jaime Fonseca, ISCSP - Higher Institute of Social and Political Sciences, Technical University of Lisbon, Portugal

An Engagement Model for Learning: Providing a Framework to Identify Technology Services

Igor Hawryszkiewycz, University of Technology, Sydney, Australia

Condition of Web Accessibility in Practice and Suggestions for Its Improvement

Tanja Krunic, Advanced Technical School Novi Sad, Serbia

Ljiljana Ruzic-Dimitrijevic, Advanced Technical School Novi Sad, Serbia

Treasure Hunt in the Library: An Exercise in Academic Literacy

Dorothy Langley, Holon Institute of Technology, Israel

Technology Use, Technology Views: Anticipating ICT Use for Beginning Physical and Health Education Teachers

Lori Lockyer, University of Wollongong, Australia

John Patterson, University of Wollongong, Australia

Strategic Knowledge of Computer Applications: The Key to Efficient Computer Use

Cecille Marsh, Walter Sisulu University for Technology and Science, South Africa

Befriending Computer Programming: A Proposed Approach to Teaching Introductory Programming

Iwona Miliszewska, Victoria University, Australia

Grace Tan, Victoria University, Australia

Study of the Influence of Multiple Intelligences and the use of Soft Skills in Project Write-up among IT and Non-IT Students: A Research Paper

Mahendrenath Motah, University of Technology, Mauritius, Mauritius

Python and Roles of Variables in Introductory Programming: Experiences from Three Educational Institutions

Uolevi Nikula, Lappeenranta University of Technology, Finland

Jorma Sajaniemi, University of Joensuu, Finland

Matti Tedre, University of Joensuu, Finland

Stuart Wray, Royal School of Signals, Blandford, United Kingdom

First Year Courses in IT: A Bloom Rating

Dave Oliver, Central Queensland University, Australia

Tony Dobele, Central Queensland University, Australia

Challenges IT Instructors Face in the Education Process and Self-Education

Ljiljana Ruzic-Dimitrijevic, Advanced Technical School Novi Sad, Serbia

Maja Dimitrijevic, Vadim Software, Kelowna, Canada

Roles of Variables in Teaching

Juha Sorva, Helsinki University of Technology, Finland

Ville Karavirta, Helsinki University of Technology, Finland

Ari Korhonen, Helsinki University of Technology, Finland

Users’ Learning of Principles of Computer Operations

Elena Stamatova, University of Oslo, Norway

Jens Kaasbøll, University of Oslo, Norway

Towards an Analysis of Poor Learner Performance in a Theoretical Computer Literacy Course

Huibrecht Margaretha van der Poll, University of South Africa, South Africa

John Andrew van der Poll, University of South Africa, South Africa

Topic: Educational Assessment & Evaluation

Contextual Inquiry: A Systemic Support for Student Engagement through Reflection

Peter M Bednar, University of Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Roger Eglin, University of Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Christine Welch, University of Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Student Performance Shows Slight Improvement When Open Notes are Used During Information Systems Exams

Doris Duncan, California State University, East Bay, USA

What Exactly Do You Want Me To Do?  Analysis of a Criterion Referenced Assessment Project

Tony Jewels, Queensland University of Technology, Australia

Marilyn Ford, Griffith University, Australia

Wendy Jones, Queensland University of Technology, Australia

Concept Maps as a Learning Assessment Tool

Loredana La Vecchia, University of Padova, Italy

Marco Pedroni, University of Ferrara - CARID, Italy

An Architecture of a Computer Learning Environment for Mapping the Student’s Knowledge Level

Edson Pimentel, IMES University, Brazil

Nizam Omar, Mackenzie Presbiterian University, Brazil

A Comparative Analysis of Common E-Portfolio Features and Available Platforms

Retta Sweat-Guy, Fayetteville State University, USA

Nicole Buzzetto-More, University of Maryland Eastern Shore, USA

Assessing for Competence Need Not Devalue Grades

Glen Van Der Vyver, University of Southern Queensland, Australia

Topic: Ethical, Social, & Cultural Issues

It is Time to Add Kurdish Culture to VS .NET Globalization

Azad Ali, Indiana University of Pennsylvania, USA

Frederick Kohun, Robert Morris University, USA

Uniting Idaho:  A Small Newspaper Serves Hispanic Populations in Distributed Rural Areas

Martine Robinson Beachboard, Idaho State University, USA

Analyzing the Affect of Culture on Curricular Content: A Research Conception

Vladimir Burčik, Comenius University, Slovakia

Fred Kohun, Robert Morris University, USA

Robert Skovira, Robert Morris University, USA

The Technology Ownership and Information Acquisition Habits of HBCU Freshmen

Nicole Buzzetto-More, University of Maryland Eastern Shore, USA

Retta Sweat-Guy, Fayettville State University, USA

How an “Imperative” IS Development was Saved from a Failing Course of Action – A Case Study

Jeremy Fowler, La Trobe University, Australia

Pat Horan, La Trobe University, Australia

Chris Cope, La Trobe University, Australia

Informing Young Women about Computer Careers:  Examining the Pervasiveness of the Geek Image

Donna Grant, DePaul University, USA

Linda Knight, DePaul University, USA

Theresa Steinbach, DePaul University, USA

The Cultural Impact of Information Systems – Through the Eyes of Hofstede – A Critical Journey

Michael Jones, University of Wollongong, Australia

Irit Alony, Central Queensland University, Australia

Exploring the Influence of Cultural Values on the Acceptance of Information Technology:  An Application of the Technology

Acceptance Model

Sylnovie Merchant, Lynchburg College, USA

Information Technology and the Work/Cultural Orientations of Americans, Mexicans and Germans

John Merchant, School of Business and Economics - Lynchburg College, USA

Sylnovie Merchant, School of Business and Economics - Lynchburg College, USA

Topic: Information & Knowledge Mgmt / Organizational Learning

Sharing Tacit Knowledge: A Case Study in the Australian Film Industry

Irit Alony, Central Queensland University, Australia

Greg Whymark, Central Queensland University, Australia

Michael Jones, University of Wollongong, Australia

Integrated Information Systems – A Challenge For Long-Term Digital Preservation

Viveca Asproth, Mid Sweden University, Sweden

Valuing IS/IT Resources as an Antecedent of Ab-sorptive Capacity: An RBV Perspective

Hernán Joglar, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, Spain

Julián Chaparro, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, Spain

Using an Outcome-Based Information Technology Curriculum and an E-Learning Platform to Facilitate Student Learning

Azzedine Lansari, Zayed University, United Arab Emirates

Abdallah Tubaishat, Zayed University, United Arab Emirates

Akram Al-Rawi, King Faisal University, Saudi Arabia

E-learning and Knowledge Management: Context Structuration

Marco Pedroni, University of Ferrara - CARID, Italy

Towards Network Perspective of Intra-Organizational Learning: Bridging the Gap between Acquisition and Participation Perspective

Miha Škerlavaj, University of Ljubljana, Faculty of Economics, Slovenia

Vlado Dimovski, University of Ljubljana, Faculty of Economics, Slovenia

Topic: Instructional Design / How to Teach / New Ways to Teach

Using the Information Orientation Maturity Model to Increase the Effectiveness of the Core MBA IS Course

Kregg Aytes, Idaho State University, USA

John Beachboard, Idaho State University, USA

Applying and Evaluating Understanding-Oriented ICT User Training in Upper Secondary Education

Cornelia Brodahl, Agder University College, Norway

Marit Fagernes, Agder University College, Norway

Said Hadjerrouit, Agder University College, Norway

An Exploration of How a Technology-Facilitated Part-Complete Solution Method Supports the Learning of Computer Programming

Stuart Garner, Edith Cowan University, Australia

To TxT or Not to TxT: That's the Puzzle

Tiong Goh, Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand

Val Hooper, Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand

Project Based Learning and Learning Environments

Frank Kurzel, University of South Australia, Australia

Michelle Rath, University of South Australia, Australia

The Educational Potential of Modified Video Games

Andrew Moshirnia, University of Kansas, USA

Wiki as a Teaching Tool

Kevin Parker, Idaho State University, USA

Joseph Chao, Bowling Green State University, USA

A 'Hands on' Strategy for Teaching Genetic Algorithms to Undergraduates

Anne Venables, Victoria University, Australia

Grace Tan, Victoria University, Australia

Experimenting with eXtreme Teaching Method – Assessing Students’ and Teachers’ Experiences

Riikka Vuokko, University of Turku, Finland

Pia Berg, University of Turku, Finland

Topic: Knowledge and Learning Objects

Should K-12 Teachers Develop Learning Objects?

Yavuz Akpınar, Bogazici University, Turkey

Hüseyin Şimsek, Bogazici University, Turkey

Advancing Sustainability of Open Educational Resources

Alex Koohang, Macon State College, USA

Keith Harman, Oklahoma Baptist University, USA

Creating Learning Objects

Carlos Lerma, Universidad Autonoma de Tamaulipas, Mexico

MILO – A Proposal of Multiple Intelligences Learning Objects

Hamilton Matos, Mackenzie Presbyterian University, Brazil

Pollyana Mustaro, Mackenzie Presbyterian University, Brazil

Ismar Silveira, Mackenzie Presbyterian University, Brazil

Adaptive Learning by Using SCOs Metadata

Danijela Milošević, Technical faculty, Serbia

Mirjana Brković, Technical faculty, Serbia

Matjaž Debevc, University of Maribor, Slovenia

Radojka Krneta, Technical faculty, Serbia

Learning Object Educational Narrative Approach (LOENA): Using Narratives for Dynamic Sequencing of Learning Objects

Pollyana Mustaro, Mackenzie Presbyterian University, Brazil

Ismar Silveira, Mackenzie Presbyterian University, Brazil

Topic: Legal Issues

The Interface between Technological Protection Measures and the Exemptions to Copyright under Article 6 Paragraph 4 of the Infosoc Directive and Section 1201 of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act

Victoria Banti-Markouti, Kapodistrian University of Athens, Faculty of Law, Greece

Automatic Conceptual Analysis for Plagiarism Detection

Heinz Dreher, Curtin University of Technology, Australia

Determinants of Worldwide Software Piracy

Zlatko Kovačić, Open Polytechnic, New Zealand

Topic: Management of Information Systems

IT Governance: A Multi-level Analysis toward a Unified Perspective

Firas Alkhaldi, Arab Academy for Banking and Financial Sciences, Jordan

Humam Elagha, Arab Academy for Banking and Financial Sciences, Jordan

An Integrative View of IS/IT and Organizational Resources and Capabilities

Sergio Araya, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, España

Julián Chaparro, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, España

Alejandro Orero, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, España

Hernan Andrés Joglar, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, España

On the Self-Similar Nature of ATM Network Traffic

Humam Elagha, Arab Academy for Banking and Finacial Sceinces, Jordan

Shafee Maher, Royal Scientific Society, Jordan

Firas Alkhaldi, Arab Academy for Banking and Financial Sciences, Jordan

Topic: Medical / Health / Biology

The Impact of Virtual Microscopes on Students’ Approach to Learning: An Exploratory Study

Diana Jonas-Dwyer, Murdoch University, Australia

Fay Sudweeks, Murdoch University, Australia

Meta-Analysis of Clinical Cardiovascular Data towards Evidential Reasoning for Cardiovascular Life Cycle Management

Lakshmi Narasimhan, Western Kentucky University, USA

Di Wu, Western Kentucky University, USA

Narinder Gill, Bowling Green Medical Center, USA

Topic: Organizational Issues

Conceptual Framework for Modeling Business Capabilities

Jean-Pierre Brits, Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa

Gerrit Botha, Sita, South Africa

Marlien Herselman, Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa

ICT Strategy in an ICT User Perspective: Exploring Alignment between ICT Users and Managers

Harald Fardal, Bodø Graduate School of Business, Norway

The Impact of Business Process Orientation on Organizational Performance

Rok Škrinjar, University of Ljubljana, Faculty of Economics, Slovenia

Mojca Indihar Štemberger, University of Ljubljana, Faculty of Economics, Slovenia

Tomislav Hernaus, University of Zagreb, Faculty of Economics, Croatia

Topic: Other

Publishing through Some Sites on the Internet

Hedaya Alasooly, Palestine Ministry of Telecommunication and Information Technology, Palestine

Topic: Philosophical Aspects / Misinformation / Bias in Systems

Informing as a Discipline: An Initial Proposal

Zbigniew Gackowski, California State University Stanislaus, USA

The Informing Sciences at a Crossroads: The Role of the Client

Grandon Gill, University of South Florida, USA

Anol Bhattacherjee, University of South Florida, USA

The Various and Conflicting Notions of Information

Karl Knox, Nottingham Trent University, United Kingdom

Know Your Discipline: Teaching the Philosophy of Computer Science

Matti Tedre, University of Joensuu, Finland

Topic: Project Management & Practice

A Methodology for Increasing Business Process Maturity in Public Sector

Mojca Indihar Štemberger, University of Ljubljana, Faculty of Economics, Slovenia

Andrej Kovacic, University of Ljubljana, Faculty of Economics, Slovenia

Jurij Jaklic, University of Ljubljana, Faculty of Economics, Slovenia

A Generic Agent Framework to Support the Various Software Project Management Processes

Rita Nienaber, University of South Africa (UNISA), South Africa

Andries Barnard, University of South Africa (UNISA), South Africa

An Evolutionary Software Project Management Maturity Model for Mauritius

Aneerav Sukhoo, University of South Africa, Mauritius

Andries Barnard, University of South Africa, South Africa

Mariki Eloff, University of South Africa, South Africa

John Andrew van der Poll, University of South Africa, South Africa

Topic: Psychological Aspects / HCI / Usability Issues

Finger Length, Digit Ratio and Gender Differences in Sensation Seeking and Internet Self-Efficacy

Peter Eachus, University of Salford, United Kingdom

Using Personality Tests to Identify Potential ICT Entrepreneurs

Kevin Johnston, University of Cape Town, South Africa

Barry Andersen, University of Cape Town, South Africa

Jennifer Davidge-Pitts, University of Cape Town, South Africa

Mark Ostensen-Saunders, University of Cape Town, South Africa

The Implicit Ethics of Power in the Landscape of Systems Implementation Policy

John Lenarcic, RMIT University, Australia

Konrad Peszynski, RMIT University, Australia

Study of Relations between Computer Experience and Readiness to Access Internet Resources

Andrzej Malachowski, University of Economics, Poland

Information Retrieval Systems: A Human Centered Approach

Panagiotis Petratos, California State University, Stanislaus, USA

An Improved Assessment of Personality Traits in Software Engineering

Adesina Sodiya, Department of Computer Science, University of Agriculture, Nigeria

H. O. D. Longe, Department of Computer Science, University of Lagos, Nigeria

Adebukola Onashoga, Department of Computer Science, University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Nigeria

Oludele Awodele, Department of Computer Science and Mathematics, Babcock University, Ilisan, Nigeria

L. O. Omotosho, Department of Information Technology and Computer Science, Bowen University, Nigeria

Of Disobedience, Divinations, Monsters and Fumbling: Adopting a Self-Service System

Bob Travica, University of Manitoba, Canada

The Search for the Adaptable ICT Student

Glen Van Der Vyver, University of Southern Queensland, Australia

Topic: Public / Government / Community Issues / Politics

College Transformation through Enabling Agility

Mary McCully, Information Resources Management College, USA

Elizabeth McDaniel, Information Resources Management College, USA

Evaluating ICT Provision in Selected Communities in South Africa

Patience Ngcobo, Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa

Marlien Herselman, Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa

The Importance of Partnerships: The Relationship between Small Businesses, ICT and Local Communities

Darlington Onojaefe, Cape Peninsula University of Technology, South Africa

Marcus Leaning, Trinity College, University of Wales, United Kingdom

Topic: Simulation

Effect of Windows XP Firewall on Network Simulation and Testing

Akram Al-Rawi, King Faisal University, Saudi Arabia

Azzedine Lansari, Zayed University, United Arab Emirates

Criteria for the Evaluation of Business Process Simulation Tools

Vesna Bosilj-Vuksic, University of Zagreb, Faculty of Economics and Business, Department of Business Computing, Croatia

Vlado Ceric, University of Zagreb, Faculty of Economics and Business, Department of Business Computing, Croatia

Vlatka Hlupic, University of Westminster, Westminster Business School, United Kingdom

A Multi-Criteria Based Approach to Prototyping Urban Road Networks

Atulya Nagar, Liverpool Hope University, United Kingdom

Hissam Tawfik, Liverpool Hope University, United Kingdom

Developing a Business Simulation Game: Integrating Multiple Development Tools

Robert Williams, Curtin University of Technology, Australia

Des Klass, Curtin University of Technology, Australia

Topic: Systems Analysis, Design, Development, Implement, Assess

Sequential Application of Indicators in Degrees of Intellection for Systematic Information Analysis

Victor Cavaller, Universitat Oberta de Catalunya, Spain

Towards a Methodology to Elicit Tacit Domain Knowledge from Users

Wernher Friedrich, University of South Africa, South Africa

John Andrew van der Poll, University of South Africa, South Africa

PersistF: A Transparent Persistence Framework with Architecture Applying Design Patterns

Samir Jusic, University of Malaya, Malaysia

Lee Sai Peck, University of Malaya, Malaysia

Multi-Criteria Spatial Analysis of Building Layouts

Hissam Tawfik, Liverpool Hope University, United Kingdom

Atulya Nagar, Liverpool Hope University, United Kingdom

Terrence Fernando, University of Salford, United Kingdom

Topic: Visualization of Information

The Concept of an Unstructured Book and the Software to Publish and Read it

John Bauer Mengelberg, Colegio de Postgraduados, Mexico

Mobile Learning, Cognitive Architecture and the Study of Literature

Susan Nash, Excelsior College, USA

Using Video to Record Summary Lectures to Aid Students’ Revision

Janice Whatley, University of Salford, United Kingdom

Amrey Ahmad, University of Salford, United Kingdom