Information Technology Application in Institutions of Higher Learning in Ethiopia with Special Reference to Computer Applications.
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1992-06
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Addis Ababa University
Abstract
Every society and individual need information in the
performance of its day to day tasks. Timely, reliable and
pertinent information is required to be presented in a form
and format convenient to the potential user(s). Information
is needed for gaJ,-nful d$C~_don making, effec);ive aDd ef~-icient
planning and management and increasing productivity in all
sectors and all walks of life; it is needed to support
education at all levels, to enhance the quality of life and to
create an informed citizenry to sustain democracy. In this
regard computers are becoming increasingly more efficient and
effeqtive tools for the processing, storing, and retr~eving
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and delivery of information in various fields of human
computer technology is the principal core, provide a unique
opportunity for developing countries to accelerate their socio
economic development. However, there are constraints and
difficulties that hinder the acquisition, maintenance and
effective application of the technology.
The present stUdy surveyed through questionnaires,
interviews, and site visits the current level of application
of computers in Institutions of Higher Learning in Ethi opia .
The situation is not satisfactory as a whole.':'!i& ast:-i7t.list';\l~i1t o f "'. highet' body at the nationa l
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lev~l. t (l promote cooperation in computer technology in
institutions of higher learning in Ethiopia should be
cons idered. The body's functions will be to promote
and guide the development of computer related
resources and their application in order to anticipate
and meet t;Jle fut\lre needs of Higher Learning
Institutions. Additionally, the body can help in
mediating and catalyzing exchange of ideas and
informati on among institutions within and outside the
country.
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Information Technology Application