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Technoethics and the evolving knowledge society : ethical issues in technological design, research, development, and innovation

Luppicini, Rocci - 2010

This book examines human processes and practices connected to technology embedded within social, political, and moral spheres of life. This innovative publication engages readers in critical debates connected to the ethical dimensions of a technological society through insightful examinations,...

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Handbook of research on digital media and creative technologies

Harrison, Dew (ed.) - 2015

Polanec -- Tools for the process: technology to support creativity and innovation / Rachel Heinen [and 4 others] -- Digital …

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Fostering 21st century digital literacy and technical competency

Cartelli, Antonio (contributor) - 2013

"This book offers the latest in research on the technological advances on computer proficiency in the educational system and society, bringing together theories and experiences in order to create a common framework"--Provided by publisher.

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Global issues and ethical considerations in human enhancement technologies

Thompson, Steven John (ed.) - 2014

"This book compiles prestigious research and provides a well-rounded composite of role of human enhancement technologies in emerging areas for those involved in computer science and the humanities, as well as many engaged in a humanities approach to metasystems, new artificial life, and...

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RandD, innovation, and Economic Growth; An Empirical Analysis

Ulku, Hulya - International Monetary Fund (IMF) - 2004

This paper investigates the main postulations of the R&D based growth models that innovation is created in the R …&D sectors and it enables sustainable economic growth, provided that there are constant returns to innovation in terms of R … the period 1981–97. The results suggest a positive relationship between per capita GDP and innovation in both OECD and non …

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Treating Intangible Inputs As Investment Goods; The Impacton Canadian GDP

Belhocine, Nazim - International Monetary Fund (IMF) - 2009

This paper constructs a data set to document firms' expenditures on an identifiable list of intangible items and examines the implications of treating intangible spending as an acquisition of final (investment) goods on GDP growth for Canada. It finds that investment in intangible capital by...

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A Multi-Industry Model of Growth with Financing Constraints

Ilyina, Anna; Samaniego, Roberto M. - International Monetary Fund (IMF) - 2009

This paper develops a multi-industry growth model in which firms require external funds to conduct productivity-enhancing R&D. The cost of research is industry-specific. The tightness of financing constraints depends on the level of financial development and on industry characteristics. Over...

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Productivity Growth, Technological Convergence, RandD, Trade, and Labor Markets; Evidence From the French Manufacturing Sector

Khan, Tehmina S. - International Monetary Fund (IMF) - 2006

Total factor productivity (TFP) of 14 manufacturing sectors in France has kept up with that of the United States during 1980-2002 and remained well above that of the United Kingdom. Estimates using a dynamic panel equilibrium correction model indicate that sectors further behind the...

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Relating the Knowledge Production Function to total Factor Productivity; An Endogenous Growth Puzzle

Joutz, Frederick L.; Abdih, Yasser - International Monetary Fund (IMF) - 2005

The knowledge production function is central to R&D-based growth models. This paper empirically investigates the knowledge production function and intertemporal spillover effects using cointegration techniques. Time-series evidence suggests there are two long-run cointegrating relationships. The...

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Innovative perspectives on public administration in the digital age

Manoharan, Aroon (ed.); McQuiston, James (ed.) - 2018

"This book focuses on the impact of new and innovative technologies on improving public service delivery in public and nonprofit organizations. It highlights how government adopts and implement digital solutions to public problems at all levels of governments. It also provides case studies...

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