Calculus research
MBA 908 – Research Proposal
By:
Maria Veronica Nipay - 4176856
Faheem Abdul Hameed - 4351046
Zhouyi Li - 7299837
Shawn Mathew - 7301078
How Does Technological Advancements Impact Quality of Life?
INTRODUCTION AND
RESEARCH BACKGROUND
Technological advancements across the globe is constantly on the rise, and is further accelerated by recent global events
AI
Machine Learning
5G
Blockchain
IoT
Digital Trust
Genomics
Nanotechnology
Augmented Reality
Quantum Computing
Smart Assistants
Extended Reality
Social Networks
Cloud Computing
3D Printing
VoIP
Instant Messaging
Automation
Chat GPT
Drones
Robotics
Autonomous vehicles
Data Analytics
Hyperloop projects
Hyperloop projects
Medical Technology
Remote Work Concepts
Big Data
The UAE is on an accelerated growth in technological advancements, transforming every aspect of life…
What does wellness mean in a digital and technological advanced world?
Since the surge of technological adoption of majority of the population across the globe, researchers are exploring what "wellness" means in a digital and technology-led world.
And the UAE is now witnessing some initial effects:
The UAE is working towards a "Happiness Goal"
As technology adoption surges in the UAE and as it will continue to accelerate, it is important to understand how it will impact the Quality of Life of the people, which is also in line with the country's initiatives towards increasing Happiness
How Does Technological Advancements Impact Quality of Life Among Different Age Groups in the UAE?
RESEARCH QUESTIONS
How Does Technological Advancements Impact Quality of Life Among Different Cultural Backgrounds?
How Does Technological Advancements Impact Quality of Life Among Different Genders?
How Has Technological Advancements Improved the Quality of Life for People of Determination?
How Does Technological Advancements Impact Quality of Life?
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Guiding Definition: Quality Of Life
As a guiding definition throughout this research, we will refer to the Quality-of-Life Scale (QOLS) detailed by Burckhardt and Anderson (2003).
This framework covers both material and immaterial (subjective) conditions that defines the overall quality of life referenced throughout this research
Source: Burckhardt and Anderson (2003)
RESEARCH QUESTION #1:
How Does Technological Advancement Impact Quality of Life Among Different Age Groups in the UAE?
By: Maria Veronica Nipay | 4176856
LITERATURE REVIEW
Theoretical Foundations:
Villas-Boas et.al (2019) studied the impact of aging on QOL. The data have shown that age is negatively associated with QOL, meaning that as people age their perception of QOL becomes more negative. (Gap in this research: The role of technology)
Various UAE news articles that discuss the impact of technology towards various aspects of life will serve as a reference specific to the market of interest (Arabian Business, 2023; TheNational, 2018; The Arab Weekly, 2022)
Julan et.al (2018) discusses emotional exhaustion brought by work-related use of information and communication technologies afterhours through a mediated moderation model
Mix of Quantitative and Qualitative Methodologies
Data Collection
Online surveys (5-point Likert Scale Scoring Model)
In-person interviews (For in-depth data collection)
Data Analysis
Statistical correlation analysis visualized by Scatter plotting
Multiple regression to identify potential relationships having technological impact as the dependent variable, and Age along with other potential variables as independent variables (ongoing)
METHODOLOGY
| Generation/Age Group | Survey Responses | UAE Population share |
| Baby Boomers | 6% | 2% |
| Generation X | 4% | 7% |
| Generation Y (Millennials) | 78% | 64% |
| Generation Z (Centennials) | 13% | 12% |
3. Sample
95 Respondents (Collection on-going)
4. Limitations
The sample is slightly skewed towards generations X and Y, which constitutes majority of the UAE population
SURVEY DESIGN
5-point Likert Scale Scoring Model
TECHNOLOGY-SPECIFIC
QOL CONDITIONS
CATEGORICAL QUESTIONS
OPEN-ENDED QUESTIONS
The impact of technology is generally positive most especially among Generations X and Y
Our data shows a negative association between Age and the positive impact of technology. Which means that as people age, the positive impact of technology decreases
SURVEY FINDINGS: Technology Impact
This is in line with the theoretical foundation presented by Villas-Boas, et.al (2019)
60% of responses are towards positive impact, 31% no impact, and 11% negative impact
SURVEY FINDINGS: Technology Impact
The positive impact of technology is mainly driven by Online Communication platforms. On the other hand, the negative impact is mainly driven by Information Channels such as Social Media and Online Videos.
CLOUD COMPUTING
Strongly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 Slightly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 9 2 Neutral Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) Slightly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 2 17 3 Strongly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 2 15 2
ONLINE BANKING
Strongly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) Slightly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 Neutral Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 1 Slightly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 12 3 Strongly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 2 2 29 3
ONLINE SHOPPING/ DELIVERIES
Strongly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) Slightly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 1 Neutral Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 3 2 Slightly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 8 1 Strongly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 2 28 4
AI
Strongly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 1 Slightly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 3 Neutral Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 3 1 16 3 Slightly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 15 2 Strongly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 7 1
SOCIAL MEDIA
Strongly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 1 4 Slightly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 2 6 Neutral Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 14 5 Slightly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 14 2 Strongly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 4
ONLINE VOD
Strongly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 1 4 Slightly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 2 6 Neutral Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 14 5 Slightly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 14 2 Strongly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 4
ONLINE MEETING PLATFORMS
Strongly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 1 Slightly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 6 Neutral Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) Slightly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 2 11 3 Strongly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 1 24 4
ONLINE CHAT
Strongly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 2 Slightly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 3 1 Neutral Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) Slightly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 13 2 Strongly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 2 1 24 4
SMART ASSISTANTS
Strongly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 4 Slightly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 2 Neutral Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 3 10 4 Slightly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 12 2 Strongly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 14 1
5G
Strongly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 Slightly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 1 Neutral Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 3 10 3 Slightly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 7 3 Strongly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 2 23
BLOCKCHAIN
Strongly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 6 Slightly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 3 Neutral Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 2 22 6 Slightly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 8 1 Strongly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 3
SURVEY FINDINGS: Effects on QOL elements
Intellectual Development / Learning
Strongly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) Slightly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 Neutral Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 1 8 2 Slightly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 2 18 3 Strongly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 15 2
Career / Job
Strongly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) Slightly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 1 Neutral Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 3 2 Slightly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 8 1 Strongly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 2 28 4
Creativity and Personal Expression
Strongly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 Slightly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 3 1 Neutral Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 2 9 3 Slightly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 1 15 Strongly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 13 3
Socializing
Strongly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 1 Slightly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 6 2 Neutral Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 7 2 Slightly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 18 1 Strongly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 1 9 2
Health
Strongly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 2 1 Slightly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 10 Neutral Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 11 3 Slightly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 2 8 2 Strongly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 11 1
Financial Security
Strongly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 2 1 Slightly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 2 Neutral Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 10 1 Slightly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 2 18 4 Strongly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 10 1
Personal Safety
Strongly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 1 Slightly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 5 Neutral Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 13 5 Slightly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 2 17 1 Strongly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 6 1
Relationship with Family
Strongly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 Slightly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 6 1 Neutral Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 8 4 Slightly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 19 1 Strongly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 1 8 1
Relationship with Spouse / Significant Other
Strongly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 Slightly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 2 2 1 Neutral Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 17 5 Slightly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 15 1 Strongly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 7
Relationship with Friends
Strongly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 1 Slightly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 2 1 1 Neutral Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 12 1 Slightly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 19 3 Strongly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 9 2
Having and Raising Children
Strongly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 2 1 Slightly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 6 3 Neutral Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 22 2 Slightly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 2 6 Strongly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 6 1
Helping and Encouraging Others
Strongly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) Slightly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 1 Neutral Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 1 9 2 Slightly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 22 5 Strongly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 10
SURVEY FINDINGS: Effects on QOL elements
Among Younger Generation (Z & Y): Positive effects of Technology on QOL elements around (1) Personal Development & Fulfillment and (2) Social Community and Civic Activities Among Elder Generations (X & BB): Positive effects of Technology on QOL elements around (1) Material & Physical Well-being and (2) Recreation
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Material & Physical Well Being
Strongly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 0 2 5 2 Slightly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 3 0 17 0 Neutral Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 0 1 34 9 Slightly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 6 0 43 7 Strongly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 0 3 27 3
Relationships with other People
Strongly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 0 2 5 1 Slightly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 5 0 15 6 Neutral Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 2 2 59 12 Slightly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 4 0 59 5 Strongly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 4 30 4
Personal Development and Fulfillment
Strongly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 0 0 1 0 Slightly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 0 5 1 Neutral Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 4 1 20 7 Slightly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 4 1 41 4 Strongly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 0 4 56 9
Social, Community, and Civic Activities
Strongly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 0 0 2 0 Slightly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 2 1 11 1 Neutral Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 1 9 2 Slightly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 3 0 42 9 Strongly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 0 2 20 2
Recreation
Strongly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 1 Slightly Negative Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 6 2 Neutral Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 7 2 Slightly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 18 1 Strongly Positive Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y (Millennials) Generation Z (Centennials) 1 1 9 2
SURVEY FINDINGS: Future Sentiments
| AI, if we started socializing virtually and no need to meet physically |
| AI. Al creating design content on a mass within seconds is shifting the need for hand designed quality creations. |
| As long as we can balance the technology with human growth, I don’t think any technological progress will affect overall quality of life. |
| Complex new technologies that I am not used to at my age |
| More screen time for using any technology is a big concern |
| Over-reliance on social media/ online technologies can have a negative impact on building long lasting and meaningful connections with others, as well as on overall mental well-being. Although there are numerous benefits of technological advancements, it can be detrimental if not used correctly. |
| Lack of connection with nature is another negative result as a consequence. |
| Social Media |
| Too much time spent in front of idiot box |
| Yes (no human contact) |
| AI |
| Artificial intelligence |
| automation and AI - let humans focus on being human and let the machines work! |
| Medical technology |
| Nanotechnology combined with Artificial Intelligence can significantly improve the quality of life in the future. |
| Online banking and online shopping, save time and effort |
| The ease of new information, learning, & access to knowledge is one tremendous benefit |
Artificial Intelligence
AI Automation
Medical Technology
Time Saving
Learning and Knowledge benefits
Artificial Intelligence
Loss of Jobs due to AI
Complexity of technologies causing stress
Lack of connection with nature
Over-reliance
Social Media
Responses:
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CONCLUSION
This research aims to add value to existing knowledge about the impact of age on QOL by incorporating the role of technology advancements that is currently on the rise
Insights from this research suggest
Ways to nurture the positive impact of technology among young and old people
The need to minimize or eradicate the negative impact of technology with special emphasis on older people
The implications of the findings in this research will aim to help researchers and policymakers particularly in the UAE to better understand underlying factors in increasing QOL as the country journeys towards a technology-led world; thereby also helping achieve the 'Happiness Goal'
There are strong sentiments both negative and positive towards AI in specific.
RESEARCH QUESTION #2:
How Does Technological Advancements Impact Quality of Life Among Different Cultural Backgrounds?
Faheem Abdul Hameed - 4351046
Literature Review
The impact of technological advancements on quality of life varies greatly between cultures and nationalities, and is influenced by a range of social, economic, and political factors.
While technology has the potential to improve quality of life by increasing efficiency, productivity, and access to information, it can also have negative consequences such as social isolation, job displacement, and increased stress.
Hofstede's cultural dimension theory provides a valuable lens through which to analyse the impact of technology on quality of life across different cultural contexts. By considering cultural attitudes towards power, individualism/collectivism, masculinity/femininity, uncertainty avoidance, and long-term/short-term orientation, we can gain a deeper understanding of how cultural differences can shape the way people interact with technology and the impact it has on their lives.
Methodology
Cross-Cultural Survey:
A cross-cultural survey was conducted to collect data on attitudes towards technology and quality of life across different cultural backgrounds. Data was collected from a sample consisting of 50 individuals using standardized questionnaires.
Observational Studies:
Observational studies was another method of collecting data on the use and impact of technology in different cultural contexts. This involved observing individuals from different cultural backgrounds in their natural environment, and collecting data on how they use technology and how it impacts their quality of life. Especially in work and social environment.
Western culture have a more positive response on the impact of technology advancements towards various aspects of QOL such as Health, Family relationship, Financial security and Career.
There is a 25 – 30% of strong negative response towards technology impact on quality of life from the Asian & MENA culture.
Culture influences the perception and use of technology.
Data Findings
Conclusion
This research indicates that the relationship between technology and quality of life is complex and context-specific, influenced by factors such as access to technology, cultural values and beliefs, and socioeconomic status.
It is important for policymakers, researchers, and technology developers to consider these differences in order to ensure that technological advancements are developed and implemented in ways that are culturally sensitive, equitable, and promote overall well-being.
Findings highlight the importance of understanding cultural differences when investigating the impact of technology on quality of life and suggest that future research should explore this relationship in other cultural contexts.
RESEARCH QUESTION #3:
How Does Technological Advancements Impact Quality of Life in Different Genders?
By: Zhouyi Li | 7299837
Literature Review
A study by Warschauer and Matuchniak (2010) found that women in low-income areas were less likely to have access to computers and the internet, and that this digital divide was influenced by factors such as gender norms and stereotypes. Similarly, a study by Hargittai (2018) found that women tend to have lower levels of internet skills, which can limit their participation in online activities.
A study by Tarafdar et al. (2015) found that work-related use of technology can lead to high levels of stress and exhaustion, particularly among women. Similarly, a study by Li and Chen (2018) found that social media use can lead to negative outcomes such as anxiety and depression, particularly among women.
A study by Hale and Guan (2015) found that excessive screen time can lead to decreased physical activity and increased rates of obesity, particularly among girls. Similarly, a study by van der Velden et al. (2019) found that excessive social media use can lead to increased rates of depression and anxiety, particularly among women.
A study by Hampton et al. (2016) found that women use social media more frequently than men for communication and maintaining social connections. Similarly, a study by Blomfield et al. (2020) found that women use technology more frequently than men to maintain social support networks.
Methodology
Mixed-methods approach, combining both quantitative and qualitative methods
Research design and approach
The sample size of 50 participants was chosen based on the power analysis conducted prior to the study, which determined that this sample size would provide sufficient statistical power to detect meaningful differences between men and women in terms of their quality of life. The selection of participants from different urban areas was aimed at ensuring the sample was representative of different socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds, which may influence the ways in which technology impacts quality of life.
Following the survey, a subset of 10 participants (5 men and 5 women) will be selected for in-depth interviews.
Data Analysis & Findings
Descriptive statistics can be used to summarize the data collected from the survey questionnaire.
Inferential statistics can be used to test hypotheses and draw conclusions about the population based on the sample data. For example, a t-test or analysis of variance (ANOVA) can be used to compare mean scores between men and women on different variables related to quality of life.
Correlation analysis can be used to examine the relationships between variables.
Bar chart can be used to compare mean scores between men and women on different variables related to quality of life.
Scatterplot can be used to visualize the relationship between two variables.
Heatmap can be used to show the strength and direction of the correlations between variables.A table can be used to present descriptive statistics, such as mean, median, and standard deviation, for different variables related to quality of life.
In-person interview; survey questionnaire online
Conclusion
How would a manager use the research findings
A manager can use the research findings on the impact of technological advancements on quality of life in different genders to inform decision-making and improve organizational practices.
Identify areas of improvement
Develop gender-specific training programs
Develop diversity and inclusion strategies
How research findings fill GAP in theoretical knowledge
Before conducting research in this area, there was a gap in understanding how technological advancements could affect individuals differently based on their gender, and what factors might contribute to these differences. The research findings have helped to fill this gap by providing empirical evidence and insights into the ways in which technology can affect quality of life in different genders.
LIMITATION of the research and suggestions for future research directions
Generalizability of the findings.
Subjectivity of the data collected. Quality of life is a subjective concept
Gender is a complex construct that encompasses a range of identities, experiences, and expressions.
RESEARCH QUESTION #4:
How Does Technological Advancements Impact Quality of Life for People of Determination?
By: Shawn Mathew | 7301078
Literature Review
Technology opening new possibilities for people of determination (via assistive devices and communication aids)
Significant contributions to lives of people of determination
Lack of research on the subject
Research proposal objective: explore ways technological advancements have improved quality of life for people of determination
Theoretical Foundations:
Universal Design Approach (Burgstahler, 2015): Accessible and usable designs for all abilities which ensures inclusive technological advancements.
Disability Studies in Education (Artiles & Kozleski, 2016): Focuses on experiences of disabled students and identifies areas for tech to improve outcomes
Inclusive Design (Clarkson et al., 2015): Emphasizes designing for diverse needs and promotes usability for everyone
Disability and Technology Studies (Ellis & Kent, 2015): Understands how technology empowers disabled individuals
Methodology
Survey
A study was carried out to gather information on perspectives about technology and its beneficial effects on the quality of life for people of determination. Data was obtained from a sample of 15 participants through a standardized questionnaire.
In-Person Interview
After the survey, a group of 3 participants (with varying types of disabilities) will be chosen for in-person interviews.
Data Analysis and Findings
Conclusion
A manager can utilize the findings of this research to make informed decisions by:
Understanding the needs of employees with disabilities
Investing in assistive technology
Promoting a culture of inclusivity
Monitoring progress and evaluating impact
Before this research was carried out, there was a lack of understanding about which particular technological advancements could bring positive changes to the lives of people with disabilities, and for which type of disability. The findings from this research have helped bridge this gap by giving us real-life evidence and insights into which technologies actually work and where improvements can be made, ultimately leading to a better quality of life for people with disabilities.
Limitations: There is limited data available on the experiences of disabled people with technology.