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CALL FOR BOOK CHAPTERS
Submission Deadline: May 31, 2005
Information and Communication Technologies for Economic and Regional
Developments
A book edited by Dr. Hakikur Rahman, SDNP
Introduction
The significance of information management in the developing nations needs
no introduction; it is well-established phenomena in the development arena.
Consequently there is an urgent need to understand the technology
perspective along with the pragmatic applications of it and to explore the
potential of different types of knowledge that it may yield. In this
context, synthesis on contents from computer science and theoretical
physics to information science, communication studies and entomology need
to be revisited with nascent eyes, focusing development of common
people the majority of the global community. With a concrete plan of
action, focusing streamlined activities can assist any country in building
a people-centred, inclusive and development-oriented information society.
Therefore, management of information and knowledge is of prime importance
in the development of masses in the context of economic and regional
development.
The Overall Objective of the Book
The role of ICT in rural development can be extremely crucial. ICT provides
the technology for connectivity, but connectivity without content is
futile. ICT application related to information management can become an
integral part of the overall strategy for development. Fostering
partnership among government, civil society, the private sector and other
development partners can effectively address economic and social divides.
Creation of development anticipation through information and knowledge
reiterates proper scientific research and management. Knowledge is a
concept, wherein stakeholders contribute to it by ways of information
sharing among retrospective domains. Resources eradicate poverty, knowledge
empowers them and ICT plays a major role in bridging the gap between these
two. A book focusing on management of information and knowledge utilizing
technological and applied science for the development of rural communities
can feed the society as a knowledge tool and guideline.
The Target Audience
The target audience of this book includes professionals and researchers
working in the field of information networking and knowledge management in
various disciplines such as information and communication sciences,
education, adult education, computer science, and information
technology. This book will be a useful collection in community libraries,
public libraries, research organizations and academic institutes'
libraries. Moreover, the book can act as a guideline for agencies and
organizations that like to utilize ICT for delivering local-specific,
demand-driven information to enhance grass-root development.
Recommended topics include, but are not limited to, the following:
Emerging issues in information management for the developing nations
Information management and knowledge dynamics for the development matrix
Management of information for knowledge vortex
Dissemination strategies for information management;
Strengthening mechanisms of information channel and practical implementation
Emphasizing the key role of information for capacity development
Skill transfer and building suitable ICT infrastructure for rural communities
Development of online/offline content for community development;
Development of learning systems through policy reform, dialogue, and
capacity-building
Maximizing ICT applications for knowledge development
Developing local, regional, national data base(s) and information system
Promoting greater resource mobilization and effective resource allocation
SUBMISSION PROCEDURE
Researchers and practitioners are invited to submit on or before May 31,
2005, a 2-5 page manuscript proposal clearly explaining the mission and
concerns of the proposed chapter. Authors of accepted proposals will be
notified by June 30, 2005 about the status of their proposals and sent
chapter organizational guidelines. Full chapters are expected to be
submitted by September 30, 2005. All submitted chapters will be reviewed on
a blind review basis. The book is scheduled to be published by Idea Group,
Inc., www.idea-group.com, publisher of the Idea Group Publishing,
Information Science Publishing, IRM Press, CyberTech Publishing, and Idea
Group Reference imprints.
Inquiries and Submissions can be forwarded electronically (Word document)
or by mail to:
Dr. Hakikur Rahman
SDNP Bangladesh (UNDP)
BIDS, E-17 AGARGAON, DHAKA-1207, BANGLADESH.
Tel.: +880 2 8126204 � FAX: +880 2 9118543 � GSM: +880 189
228939 � e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
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