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Determinant factors affecting the web – based training acceptance by health students, applying UTAUT model
(Tabriz University of Medical Sciences,School of Management and Medical Informatics, 2017/12/01) sattari, Asghar; Zarea Gavgani, Vahideh; Medical Library and Information Science; Abdekhoda, Mohammadhiwa
Abstract Introduction: Nowadays Web-based training (WBT) is the most advanced training methods. With the increasing use of modern methods of training in universities necessity of identification of the factors influencing the acceptance of web-based training becomes more obvious. Objective: This study examines the factors influencing the acceptance of web-based training by students. Method and Materials: This study was a descriptive study and conducted from August to December 5916. As sample, 550 students of Tabriz University of Medical Sciences (TUOMS) were asked to participate in this study and fill the corresponding questionnaires. The unified theory of acceptance and use of technology (UTAUT) was applied to investigate and explain the acceptance of E-learning. The data were analyzed by SPSS v.16. Findings: Findings revealed that the web- based training acceptance was directly influenced by performance expectancy, effort expectancy, facilitated condition, and attitude toward technology, self-efficacy, and anxiety. In contrast the impact of the social influences hadn’t been observed on behavior indentation. The findings indicated that UTAUT model explains about 275 of the variance for adoption of WBT. Coclusion: The study not only provides an indicator of students’ acceptance of E-learning, but also recognizes the important factors that would contribute to its successful use. The simulating or disappointing factors effecting use of the E-learning systems in university have been understood in a well-organized way according to the received results. Decision makers should apply these conclusions to improve strategies to align users’ expectations with use of technology use learning.
Determinant Factors in Adopting Mobile Technology-based Services by Academic Librarians in Tabriz University and Tabriz University of Medical Sciences
(Tabriz University of Medical Sciences,School of Management and Medical Informatics, 2019/02/12) Gholami, Zahra; Zare Gavgani, Vahideh; Medical Library and Information Science; Abdekhoda, Mohammadhiwa
Abstract Introduction: Nowadays, mobile technology seems to become integral part of our lives. People with different careers have begun to use it at their jobs. This research aims to identify influential factors on mobile technology adoption at library context. Materials & Methods: To this end, a conceptual model was presented based on integrated model of Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) and Technology Organization and Environment model (TOE). A researcher-made questionnaire was distributed among 120 academic librarians. Nine factors out of the integrated model of TAM and TOE were chosen to investigate their influence on mobile technology adoption. The data was finally analyzed by AMOS16.0 software. Findings: The results of the study suggest that the proposed model (integrated model of TAM and TOE) is a favorable one to identify the influential factors on mobile technology adoption at library context and regression analysis indicated that out of these seven factors, perceived usefulness, perceived ease of use, compatibility, relative advantage and organizational competency are determinant factors in adopting mobile technology-based library services among academic librarians. Conclusion: The findings implied that relative advantage, compatibility, organizational readiness, management support, user readiness, competitive pressure, perceived usefulness, and perceived ease of use are influential factors on libararians attitude and adoption of mobile technology in library contexts. Due to this effect, it is recommended to consider these factors in library contexts.
Effectiveness of Information Counseling on Decision-Making Delivery Method in Primiparous Women Referred to Healthcare Centers of Tabriz-Iran
(Tabriz University of Medical Sciences. School of Management and Medical Informatics, 2018) Pourrasmi Mamaghani, Aniseh; Bastani Alamdari, Parvin; Medical Library and Information Science; Abdekhoda, Mohammadhiwa
BACKGROUND: The rate of cesarean delivery in Iran is four times higher than the standard defined by the World Health Organization. OBJECTIVE: Information counseling is a method for providing accurate information and helping to make evidence-based decision-making. This research was conducted to determine the effect of information counseling on the decision making process of delivery. METHODS: This was a before and after clinical trial in which 120 pregnant women in the 28thweek of the pregnancy with no indication of cesarean sections (CS) were included. Pros and cons of vaginal and cesarean modes of delivery were presented by training sessions.Women's’ preferential delivery mode were measured by a pre- and post- questionnaires and follow-up. Data were analyzed by SPSS16using t-test. RESULTS: The findings showed that the main indicators for determining the type of delivery, including awareness of delivery, decision for delivery mode, understanding the risks of delivery mode and self-efficacy, were significantly associated with educational intervention and counseling (P<0.01). In the pre-intervention phase, 66.7% of women had normal delivery and 33.3% of cesarean section. After intervention, with a significant increase in the choice of normal delivery, 78.4% for natural delivery and 15.3% of cesarean section were considered as the best option for delivery. Follow-up results after educational intervention showed that 44.2% of participants in this study performed normal delivery and 50% cesarean section. 8.5% were excluded from the study for certain reasons. After review, it was found that encouraging physicians to cesarean section was the main and primary cause of cesarean. CONCLUSION: The implementation of information counseling has most likely a great effect on encouraging women to change their decision patterns and self-making decision for VD maternity and reducing the CD. But in practice, some factors, especially the constant recommendation of physicians to CD as a programmable and convenient delivery, undermine the role of these interventions.
Electronic Book’s Intention to use by Tabriz University of Medical Sciences Students based on Technology Acceptance Model and Expectation Confirmation
(Tabriz University of Medical Sciences,School of Management and Medical Informatics, 2021/02/17) Nazari Erami, Malihe; Medical Library and Information Science; Abdekhoda, Mohammadhiwa
Abstract BACKGROUND: E-book has unique features that can be used to overcome many challenges and problems of printed books. In the meantime, its acceptance by learners and students and the extent of its use is very important. OBJECTIVE: The current study was conducted with the aim of identifying effective factors in students’ utilize of e-books by combining the Expectancy Disconfirmation Theory and Technology Acceptance Model. METHODS: The current study is a descriptive-analytical study using confirmatory factor analysis. The study population included students of Tabriz University of Medical Sciences. A randomized sampling method was used from the available population, including 140 participants selected as the study population, and the research instrument was a questionnaire constructed based on the Expectance Disconfirmation Theory (EDT) and Technology Acceptance Model (TAM). RESULTS: The findings indicate that factors of the TAM, that is, perceived usefulness (PU) (=β0.64) and perceived ease of use (PEOU) (=β 0.42) have a positive and significant effect on student’s use of e-books. Other findings indicate that the suggested model is able to depict over 47% of effective factors in using e-books by students. Thus, the combination of TAM and EDT models is appropriate for depicting students’ behavior in using e-book. CONCLUSION: The results of this study clearly identified the effective factors in student’s use of e-books, including PU, PEOU, confirmation, and user satisfaction. The results of current study can be beneficial for the implementation of e-books in libraries and educational settings.
Mapping Research Topics of Library and Information Sciences based on Co-word Analysis
(Tabriz University of Medical Sciences,School of Management and Medical Informatics, 2019/02/25) abdollahzadeh isakand, Parvin; Abdekhoda, Mohammadhiwa; Medical Library and Information Science; Habibi, Shafi
Abstract Introduction: The use of subject maps is aimed at characterizing the structure of science and examining its changes. Various tools such as scienometrics, social network analysis and co-word analysis have been designed and developed. Objectives: The purpose of this research was to map the thematic network of library and information sciences using articles indexed in Library, Information Science and Technology Abstract (LISTA) in 1998-2017. Methodology and Materials: This research has been conducted using the social network analysis method and the co-word analysis. The BibExcel and Gephi software is used to design network and uses SciMAT software to draw up a strategic diagram. Results: The results of this study showed that the keywords of information science, information retrieval, bibliometric analysis, research, information resource management, citation analysis, Internet, storage and retrieval systems, information technology and information services are the core topics of library and information science. The present study showed that information retrieval clusters and bibliometrics are the most developed subjects in librarianship and information science. Also, the sentiment analysis cluster is one of the emerging issues in this field. Conclusion: The results of this study will help LIS researchers identify emerging issues and select research topics. It will also assist policy-makers in the field of education and library departments to make changes to the curricula in order to keep pace with developments.
Plagiarism from the perspective of Faculty members in Tabriz University of Medical Sciences: A Qualitative Study.
(Tabriz University of Medical Sciences,School of Management and Medical Informatics, 2018/03/11) Soltani, Nayer; Habibi, Shafie; Medical Library and Information Science; Abdekhoda, Mohammadhiwa
Abstract: Background: The most effective way to manage problems in research, especially plagiarism, is to prevent them from initially occurring. Therefore, comprehensive planning to prevent and reduce plagiarism, or actions to internalize honesty in speech, behavior, and actions, will not only make researches worthwhile but also reduce plagiarism. Objective: the research sought to investigate the view points and experiences of Faculty Members in Tabriz University of Medival Science regard in plagiarism. Methods and Materials : In this qualitative research, eighteen faculty members of Tabriz University of Medical Sciences participated from 2016-2017. Data were collected through a semi-structured interview and analyzed by qualitative content analysis (Mayring method). Results: Effective factors in the prevention of plagiarism were extracted and presented in 35 subclasses and 16 themes including policy-making, legislation, an institutionalization of ethics in research, and the application of technology capabilities. Conclusion: Providing strategic and operational plans to internalize ethics in research and gradual changes in policy making and updating laws and regulations are factors affecting preventive measures. Also, with an increase in information literacy and applying information technology capabilities, it is possible to prevent informed and uninformed plagiarism.
Presentinga conceptual model of using health information websites by Tabriz university of medical sciencs’post graduate students, based on the theory of planned behavior
(Tabriz University of Medical Sciences,School of Management and Medical Informatics, 2021/01/27) Mohammadi, Maryam; Nadriyan, Haydar; Medical Library and Information Science; Abdekhoda, Mohammadhiwa
Abstract intruduction: Health websites are a popular destination for consumers searching for health-related information. Aim: The goal of carrying out this study is to present a conceptual model of using health information websites and identifying effective factors in student’s use of health information websites. methods: This applied study carried out using a cross-sectional survey method. The research population were graduate students of Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, 261 of whom were selected as the sample population using a simple sampling method. The data collection instrument was a questionnaire, the validity and reliability of which were approved (α=0.79). Data analysis was carried out using correlation tests and regression analysis using IBM SPSS version 2.2 and Amos and the final model was presented using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM). Findings: The findings show that attitude, subjective norms, and user friendliness have a direct and significant effect on student’s intention in using health information websites (P<0.000 and=0.43),(P<0.002 and β=0.17),(P<0.02 and β=0.13). Other findings indicate that Perceived Behavior Control and Intention have a direct and significant effect on student’s behavior in using health information websites. (P<0.001 ,β=0.24),(P<0.002 ,β=0.19). conclusion: The results of this study show that Theory of Planed Behavior (TPB) is an appropriate framework for explaining student’s behavior in using health information websites. The results of this study adequately identified the effective factors in using health information websites. The results of this research can be beneficial to health information website designers in order to make the optimal use of these websites possible.
The relationship between level of health literacy and self-care ability in patients diagnosed with breast cancer
(Tabriz University of Medical Sciences,School of Management and Medical Informatics, 2021/05/05) Ahmadzadeh, Isa; Medical Library and Information Science; Abdekhoda, Mohammadhiwa
Abstract: Introduction: Self-care is one of the most important principles of life and the successful treatment of patients diagnosed with cancer. Also, the first step and the most effective factor for self-care is health literacy. Aim: The aim of this study is to evaluate the relationship between level of health literacy and self-care ability in patients diagnosed with breast cancer. Methods: This analytical cross-sectional study was conducted using a random access method among 120 patients diagnosed with breast cancer referring to Imam Reza Hospital of Tabriz, during 2019. The data was gathered using two standard self-care questionnaires in patients diagnosed with breast cancer (SCHFIV6.2) and Health Literacy for Iranian Adults (HELIA). Data analysis was conducted using SPSS v22, through Pearson correlation tests and linear regression analysis. Results: The total mean score for health literacy and self-care was 113/32 (SD±68/25) and 33.52 (SD±13.27) respectively. The results indicate a positive and significant relationship among dimensions of health literacy including access, reading, appraisal, decision, and understanding, and dimensions of self-care including self-care maintenance, self-care management, and self-care confidence. Other findings show that reading, access and decisions have a direct and significant effect on self-care ability (P-value ≤0.01). Conclusion: With regard to the direct and significant relationship of health literacy and self-care dimensions in patients diagnosed with breast cancer, enhancing their health literacy can result in improved self-care among them. In addition, due to the increasingly high prevalence of this disease among women, improving their health literacy can be effective in the treatment of this disease or in enhancing their quality of life.
The Study of Factors Affecting the Virtual Knowledge Exchange by Faculty Members of Tabriz University of Medical Sciences
(Tabriz University of Medical Science,School of Management and Medical information, 2024/08/18) Jahed, Somayeh; Library & Information Science; Abdekhoda, Mohammadhiwa
Abstract Introduction: Purposeful sharing and exchange of knowledge in organizations lead to faster individual and organizational learning, enhances creativity, and ultimately improves individual and organizational performance. The aim of this research was to study the factors influencing virtual knowledge exchange by faculty members of Tabriz University of Medical Sciences. Research method: The present study was descriptive-analytical and survey-based. The statistical population of this research consisted of 865 faculty members of Tabriz University of Medical Sciences. According to Morgan's table, a sample size of 265 was obtained, and ultimately 195 questionnaires were collected. Sampling was done randomly. A researcher-made questionnaire was used to collect data. Pearson correlation and regression were used to test the research hypotheses. SPSS software was used for data analysis. Findings: The results showed that faculty members' perceptions of the benefits of knowledge exchange, self-efficacy in information technology, and organizational culture have a significant positive impact on virtual knowledge exchange by faculty members of Tabriz University of Medical Sciences. However, perceptions of the ease of knowledge exchange and perceived ease of knowledge sharing do not have a significant impact on virtual knowledge exchange by faculty members of Tabriz University of Medical Sciences. Conclusion: The present study suggests the use of a developed technology acceptance model to identify factors influencing knowledge exchange among faculty members. One of the most important factors and parts of knowledge management that forms the basis of many knowledge management strategies is knowledge exchange or sharing. Knowledge exchange or voluntary sharing of skills and acquired experiences to other individuals. The power to encourage exchange and create knowledge to recognize their competitive advantages. Various factors influence the behavior of faculty members in knowledge exchange, the most prominent of which were identified and presented in a conceptual model in this study. The results of this study, given the importance of knowledge exchange, can be of interest to managers, policymakers, and designers of knowledge exchange platforms. Keywords: Virtual knowledge exchange, organizational culture, self-efficacy, faculty members.
A Survey on the use of Cloud Computing Services by Faculty Members of Tabriz University of Medical Science based on Theory of Planned Behavior
(Tabriz University of Medical Sciences,School of Management and Medical Informatics, 2018/12/17) Asadi, Zoleikha; Nadriyn, Heidar; Medical Library and Information Science; Abdekhoda, Mohammadhiwa
ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Applying cloud computing (CC) in education is a great opportunity to globalize knowledge with the minimum costs and maximum accessibility. OBJECTIVE: This study was carried out to investigate the use of cloud computing services by faculty member of Tabriz university of Medical Science upon Theory of Planned Behavior. METHODS: This study was a descriptive-analytic survey and cross-sectional study in which faculty members’ perception concerning cloud computing services adoption in education were assessed based on the extended model of Theory of planned behavior (TPB), by researcher-developed questionnaire (α=0.9). Collected data were analyzed by regression analysis and the final model was tested by Structural equation modeling (SEM). RESULTS: The results show that attitude towards the behavior, perceived behavior control, and privacy; have a direct and significant effect on faculty members’ intention to use cloud computing, but concerning subjective norms (p=0.311) and security (p=0.505 ), significant path coefficient not found. CONCLUSION:Therefore, Applying cloud computing services in education is a great opportunity and should be subsequently the major concern of educational organizations and policymakers.
روابط علمی و شبکه های همکاری سلامت معنوی: تحلیل کتاب سنجی و مصور سازی
خاطری، حکیمه; Khateri, Hakimeh; زارع گاوگانی، وحیده; Zarea Gavgani, Vahideh; حیدری، اکرم; Heidari, Akram; حبیبی، شفیع; Habibi, Shafi; عبدخدا، محمد هیوا; Abdekhoda, Mohammadhiwa
Spirituality is one of the topics that has received attention in non-medication therapies. This was a bibliometrics study and aimed to visualize the scientific relationships within the field of spiritual health. Scientific collaboration network from the perspectives of authorship, institution, and geographical location of research was analysed. The sample size consisted of 1102 articles published from January 2012 to March 2023. Ravar PreMap, UCINet, and VOSviewer software were utilized for data preparation, visualization, and network density (ND) calculations. We identified six subject clusters in the global spiritual health research, including spirituality, cancer, well-being, depression, COVID-19, and women’s health. Keywords such as spirituality (count 667, weight 4550) and religion (count 356, weight 2614), followed by quality of life, well-being, and cancer, were recognized as influential terms within this network. Countries including the United States, the United Kingdom, and Saudi Arabia, along with institutions such as Duke University and Harvard University, were identified as the most influential countries and scientific hubs. The density of collaboration networks for authors, institutions, and countries was (ND 0.013, SD 0.1132), (ND 0.016, SD 0.1253), and (ND 0.116, SD 0.3203), respectively. It is highly recommended to facilitate the collaboration between research institutions and countries and to encourage the experimental, multisite studies about the potential effects of spirituality on health in chronic disease.