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Islamic Fashion: Subversion Or Reinvention Of Religious Values?, Imene Ajala
Islamic Fashion: Subversion Or Reinvention Of Religious Values?, Imene Ajala
University of Wollongong in Dubai - Papers
The embedding of Islam in capital markets has given way to the emergence of an urban Muslim culture in the West resulting from an alliance of consumerism and religious practice sometimes dubbed as “Cool Islam” or “Pop-Islam”. This movement refers to young Muslims abiding by religious practices while adopting the codes of youth and pop culture. Islamic Fashion is one example of this movement. Using frameworks from value theory and drawing on empirical data from the Islamic Fashion sphere, this article explores the intricacies between the consumerist values of products associated to Cool Islam and the traditional values it subverts …
Design Of Grip Strength Measuring System Using Fsr And Flex Sensors Using Svm Algorithm, S. M. Biju, Hashir Zahid Sheikh, Mohamed Fareq Malek, Farhad Oroumchian, Alison Bell
Design Of Grip Strength Measuring System Using Fsr And Flex Sensors Using Svm Algorithm, S. M. Biju, Hashir Zahid Sheikh, Mohamed Fareq Malek, Farhad Oroumchian, Alison Bell
University of Wollongong in Dubai - Papers
This paper proposes a design of a complete system to identify weak grip strength that is caused by multiple factors like ageing, diseases, or accidents. This paper presents a grip measurement system that comprises of force sensing resistor and flex sensor to evaluate the condition of the hand. The system is tested by gripping a pencil and a cylindrical object using the glove, to determine the condition of the hand. Force sensitive resistor (FSR) evaluates the force applied by the different parts of the palm on the object being grasped. Flex sensor evaluates the bending of the fingers and thumb. …
Expanding Customer Engagement: The Role Of Negative Engagement, Dual Valences And Contexts, Kay Naumann, Jana Bowden, Mark Gabbott
Expanding Customer Engagement: The Role Of Negative Engagement, Dual Valences And Contexts, Kay Naumann, Jana Bowden, Mark Gabbott
University of Wollongong in Dubai - Papers
2020, Kay Naumann, Jana Bowden and Mark Gabbott. Purpose: The purpose of this study is to operationalise and measure the effects of negative customer engagement (CE) in conjunction with positive CE. Both valences are explored through affective, cognitive and behaviour dimensions, and, in relation to the antecedent of involvement and outcome of word-of-mouth (WOM). It also explores the moderating influence of service context by examining engagement within a social service versus a social networking site (SNS). Engagement with the dual focal objects of a service brand and a service community are also examined. Design/methodology/approach: Structural equation modelling is used to …
Disruption-Based Innovations For Incumbent Technology Businesses, Almoataz Kamel, Mohamed K. Watfa
Disruption-Based Innovations For Incumbent Technology Businesses, Almoataz Kamel, Mohamed K. Watfa
University of Wollongong in Dubai - Papers
Disruptive innovation has been the subject of countless research since the term was coined by Christensen back in 1997. This research, however, looks at the topic from a new angle - that of the business being disrupted. The research presents an attempt to model and support strategic business risk management based on threats coming from disruptive innovation in the market from the incumbent technology or business's point of view. We present three different theoretical paradigms, build hypotheses upon those paradigms, and then proceed to test those hypotheses. The results of the research include mapping the presented theorems onto the world …
Do Consumers Consider Word Of Mouth For Crucial Life Decisions?, Ali Bhayani
Do Consumers Consider Word Of Mouth For Crucial Life Decisions?, Ali Bhayani
University of Wollongong in Dubai - Papers
This study reexamines the Theory of Reasoned Action in a culture with higher uncertainty avoidance and power distance and analyzes how homophily and the ability (expertise) of word of mouth (WOM) sources impacts on the consumer attitudes and purchase decisions with respect to such high-risk credence products as college selection. By using an interpretivist approach to model building, the study comprises 41 interviews, finding that WOM made a significant impact on attitudes but not on purchase behaviors. Homophily with friends was regarded as an important factor at the search stage, but strong ties were more important in the purchasing of …
Stem For Girls From Low Income Families: Making Dreams Come True, Zeenath Reza Khan, Gwendolyn Rodrigues
Stem For Girls From Low Income Families: Making Dreams Come True, Zeenath Reza Khan, Gwendolyn Rodrigues
University of Wollongong in Dubai - Papers
Sixty two million girls are being denied education worldwide (Yousafzai, 2015). Unfortunately, this is not a new trend. Neither is it a diminishing one. In the UAE, although on an average more girls are enrolled in schools than boys, with approximately 126000 girls to 112000 boys, about 1100 girls dropped out of school when compared to 460 boys between years 2013-2014 (Hanif, 2015). There have been host of initiatives within the country by government and non-government agencies to increase awareness towards female education and particularly towards STEM higher education and employment opportunities. However, these initiatives do not often reach the …
Ethical Consumerism And Apparel Industry - Towards A New Factor Model, Zeenath Reza Khan, Gwendolyn Rodrigues, Sreejith Balasubramanian
Ethical Consumerism And Apparel Industry - Towards A New Factor Model, Zeenath Reza Khan, Gwendolyn Rodrigues, Sreejith Balasubramanian
University of Wollongong in Dubai - Papers
Ethical issues with offshore manufacturing plants in the ready-made garment industry is a regular affair, particularly for factories located in lesser developed nations. Despite efforts by non-government agencies around the globe pressurizing both governments and multinational corporations to adopt ethical practices, disastrous accidents and loss of lives continue to haunt the industry. This paper reviews existing literature to develop an understanding of consumers as pressure groups, and proposes a factor model that may influence consumers' willingness to pay for ethical garments which will be tested in future studies.
Effects Of Perceived Cost, Service Quality, And Customer Satisfaction On Health Insurance Service Continuance, Taghreed Abu-Salim, Okey Peter Onyia, Tina S. Harrison, Valerie J. Lindsay
Effects Of Perceived Cost, Service Quality, And Customer Satisfaction On Health Insurance Service Continuance, Taghreed Abu-Salim, Okey Peter Onyia, Tina S. Harrison, Valerie J. Lindsay
University of Wollongong in Dubai - Papers
This paper aims to contribute to the universal discourse on financial services continuance behavior by examining the impact of service cost on customers' service-quality perception and service continuance intention. It presents the results of an empirical study that has explored the impacts of service cost, service quality, and customer satisfaction on health insurance customers' behavioral intention toward continuing or discontinuing with their service providers. Very few studies had examined the impact of service cost on service-quality perception. Our study attempts to fill that gap. A sample of 820 customers was surveyed, and 624 usable responses were analyzed with ANOVA, standard …
The Antecedents And Outcomes Of Identifiability In Online Brand Communities, Stephanie Meek, Kathy Ning Shen
The Antecedents And Outcomes Of Identifiability In Online Brand Communities, Stephanie Meek, Kathy Ning Shen
University of Wollongong in Dubai - Papers
User generated content is a fundamental aspect of an online brand community (OBC), therefore facilitating the continuance of knowledge sharing and social interaction is imperative to the success of the community. The purpose of this study is to investigate the influence of perceived identifiability on the factors that encourage ongoing participation in OBCs. Results indicate that perceived identifiability has a significant positive influence on an OBC members' participative behaviour and sense of belonging. Whilst network ties have a significant positive influence on perceived identifiability and a sense of belonging all of which are factors shown to be critical to the …
Word Of Mouth In Consumers Purchase Decisions: The Moderating Role Of Product Type, Ali Bhayani
Word Of Mouth In Consumers Purchase Decisions: The Moderating Role Of Product Type, Ali Bhayani
University of Wollongong in Dubai - Papers
This article examines how homophily and ability (expertise) of eWOM source can impact on the consumers purchase decisions with moderating role of product type (credence product). The study used credence product with regards to selection of university by students. Using an interpretivist approach, the study examined 41 interviews and found that friends are good source of WOM but family plays a dominant role in decision making when it comes to college selection. Homophily with friends was regarded as important factor that evoked trust along with strong ties. Expertise and credibility of the WOM source also played critical role in trusting …
Stem For Girls From Low Income Families - Making Dreams Come True, Zeenath Reza Khan, Gwendolyn Rodrigues
Stem For Girls From Low Income Families - Making Dreams Come True, Zeenath Reza Khan, Gwendolyn Rodrigues
University of Wollongong in Dubai - Papers
62 million girls are being denied education worldwide(Yousafzai, 2015). Unfortunately, this is not a new trend. Neither is it a diminishing one. In the UAE, although on an average more girls are enrolled in schools than boys, with approximately 126000 girls to 112000 boys, about 1100 girls dropped out of school when compared to 460 boys between years 2013-2014(Hanif, 2015). There have been host of initiatives within the country by government and non-government agencies to increase awareness towards female education and particularly towards STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) higher education and employment opportunities. However, these initiatives do not often reach …
Zmanjševanje Dejavnikov Tveganja Za Nastanek Srčnožilnih Bolezni Pri Pacientih, Vodenih V Referenčni Ambulanti Družinske Medicine - Vloga Diplomirane Medicinske Sestre, Alenka Terbovc, Bostjan Gomiscek, Ksenija Tusek-Bunc
Zmanjševanje Dejavnikov Tveganja Za Nastanek Srčnožilnih Bolezni Pri Pacientih, Vodenih V Referenčni Ambulanti Družinske Medicine - Vloga Diplomirane Medicinske Sestre, Alenka Terbovc, Bostjan Gomiscek, Ksenija Tusek-Bunc
University of Wollongong in Dubai - Papers
Background: Model of reference family medicine clinic reveals changes in treating patients on primary health level. The consequence is reduction or elimination of risk factors for the occurrence of cardiovascular diseases. Team consists of a doctor, a nurse and a graduate nurse, who significantly improves the quality of controling patients with risk factors by knowledge, proficiency and individual approach. The purpose of master's degree: The purpose of the master's degree thesis is to explore the risk factors for the occurrence of cardiovascular diseases among groups of patients, who are treated in the reference medicine family clinic and general clinic. Research …
Social Marketing, Pester Power And Reverse Socialization, Prakash Vel, Premi Mathew, Estatira Shirkhodaee
Social Marketing, Pester Power And Reverse Socialization, Prakash Vel, Premi Mathew, Estatira Shirkhodaee
University of Wollongong in Dubai - Papers
Social marketing is used to popularise positive ideas and bring about attitude change through empowering people to change. However, the ro le of pester power in social marketing has never been explored. Children use reverse socialisation strategies to get t heir parents to yield to their purchase requests, employing pester power. Pester power has generally been seen as a negative force, but can it be used as a positive marketing tool to initiate a social change? There is a possibi lity of using this pester power in a non-consumption context. The posit ive role of pester power is underexplored, and …
Educational Application For Special Needs Is A Learning Tool The Way Forward?, Zeenath Reza Khan, Yusra Y. Ibrahim, Sonia C. Sadhwani, Sharifa T. Salum
Educational Application For Special Needs Is A Learning Tool The Way Forward?, Zeenath Reza Khan, Yusra Y. Ibrahim, Sonia C. Sadhwani, Sharifa T. Salum
University of Wollongong in Dubai - Papers
As the 21st century brings in a revolutionary change in the way students study at schools and universities, technology continues to play a crucial role in helping students achieve more conceptual and practical knowledge of topics taught in classrooms. Students with special needs too are now able to study in a general classroom setting, access relevant technologies and use them for higher cognitive development, helping them integrate with their surroundings. However, existing literature shows that though multiple learning tools exist that do enhance learning in special needs students, they either cater to specific areas of development such as Mathematics and …
Subject-Specific Effect Of Metallic Body Accessories On Path Loss Of Dynamic On-Body Propagation Channels, Hasliza Rahim, Mohd Fareq Abdul Malek, Ping J. Soh, K A. Rani, Nurbaizatul Hisham, G Vandenbosch
Subject-Specific Effect Of Metallic Body Accessories On Path Loss Of Dynamic On-Body Propagation Channels, Hasliza Rahim, Mohd Fareq Abdul Malek, Ping J. Soh, K A. Rani, Nurbaizatul Hisham, G Vandenbosch
University of Wollongong in Dubai - Papers
This paper presents the investigation of path loss variation for subject-specific on-body radio propagation channels, considering the effect of metallic spectacles and loop like metallic accessories. Adding metallic items may affect the operability of Body Centric Wireless Communications (BCWC). Measurements were carried out in an RF-shielded room lined with microwave absorbing sheets for strategically placed bodyworn antennas covering the upper front torso and the lower limbs. The path loss of the on-body radio channel was characterized explicitly taking into account the body size of the subjects. For metallic loop-like accessories, the results indicate that for underweight subjects, there was a …
Ethical Consumerism And Apparel Industry - Towards A New Factor Model, Zeenath Reza Khan, Gwendolyn Rodrigues, Sreejith Balasubramanian
Ethical Consumerism And Apparel Industry - Towards A New Factor Model, Zeenath Reza Khan, Gwendolyn Rodrigues, Sreejith Balasubramanian
University of Wollongong in Dubai - Papers
Ethical issues with offshore manufacturing plants in the ready-made garment industry is a regular affair, particularly for factories located in lesser developed nations. Despite efforts by non-government agencies around the globe pressurizing both governments and multinational corporations to adopt ethical practices, disastrous accidents and loss of lives continue to haunt the industry. This paper reviews existing literature to develop an understanding of consumers as pressure groups, and proposes a factor model that may influence consumers' willingness to pay for ethical garments.
Impediment Of Privacy In The Use Of Clouds By Educational Institutions, Jawahitha Sarabdeen, Mohamed Mazahir Mohamed Ishak
Impediment Of Privacy In The Use Of Clouds By Educational Institutions, Jawahitha Sarabdeen, Mohamed Mazahir Mohamed Ishak
University of Wollongong in Dubai - Papers
Cloud computing is considered as one of the technologies that revolutionizing the educational sector. Innovation of nascent interactive and user friendly educational tools and resources helps in the improvement of students' academic performance. The technology revolutionized the delivery of educational tools and materials shifting from educator-centric to student-centric. The cloud based education spur considerable interest among the students. The technology adoption theories found that students were satisfied and motivated by the cloud-based learning environment and were adopting it as their lifestyle. While the adoption is impressive, the concern for privacy is real. The laws in US, EU countries and UAE …
Social Competence Of Digital Natives: Impact Of Social Networking Sites (Sns) Use, Shahper Vodanovich, Kathy Ning Shen, David Sundaram
Social Competence Of Digital Natives: Impact Of Social Networking Sites (Sns) Use, Shahper Vodanovich, Kathy Ning Shen, David Sundaram
University of Wollongong in Dubai - Papers
The digital natives of today are the first generation to grow up immersed in information and communication technologies and in particular social networking sites (SNSs). There is much hype in the media about the negative effects of SNSs, at the same time there are concerted efforts to reach these digital natives through social media by politicians, advertisers, organisations, and agencies. There is much isolated research on social media, digital natives, youth well-being, etc. But there is very little research that brings these diverse disciplinary threads together in a holistic manner. The purpose of our research is to address this lacuna …
An Exploratory Study Of Consumer Demeanor Towards Financial Investment, Hemantkumar P. Bulsara, Heta A. Desai, Hela Miniaoui
An Exploratory Study Of Consumer Demeanor Towards Financial Investment, Hemantkumar P. Bulsara, Heta A. Desai, Hela Miniaoui
University of Wollongong in Dubai - Papers
Investment is the employment of fund on assets with the aim of earning income or capital appreciation. Investments have become a basic necessity for everyone. In India there is a rapid growth in investment. This is why an understanding of consumer demeanor for financial investment is vital to the success of the business. The review paper covers the various financial avenues like equity/stocks, bank fixed deposits, kisan vikas patra, national savings certificate, life insurance, mutual fund and discusses the factors influencing investment decision process. The prime factors affecting the financial investment behavior are demographic factors and socio-economic factors. They can …
Social And Peer Influences In College Choice, Ali Bhayani
Social And Peer Influences In College Choice, Ali Bhayani
University of Wollongong in Dubai - Papers
College is a high involvement decision making where students are expected to evaluate several college offerings before selecting a college or a course to study. However, even in high involvement product like college, students get influenced by opinion leaders and suffer from social contagion. This narrative style study, involving 98 first year students, was able to demonstrate that social contagion differs with regards to gender, ethnicity and personality. Recommendations from students with academically strong background would impact on the college choice of the undergraduate students and limit information search. Study was able to identify the incidence of anchoring heuristics amongst …
The Role Of Intensity Of Facebook Usage In Social Capital Development: An Example With Arab Students, Kathy Ning Shen, Shahper Vodanovich, Mohamed Khalifa
The Role Of Intensity Of Facebook Usage In Social Capital Development: An Example With Arab Students, Kathy Ning Shen, Shahper Vodanovich, Mohamed Khalifa
University of Wollongong in Dubai - Papers
This study extends prior literature on social networking sites, e.g., Facebook, to an under researched context, Arab countries. In particular, this research compares the Arab and non-Arab youth in the UAE in terms of motivations, intensity of Facebook usage and their social capital development. With a survey study involving 123 students in the UAE, the results suggest that the need for socialization is a driving force for intensity of Facebook usage among the youth in the UAE, implying that the driving forces of Facebook usage are regional specific. Moreover, intensity of Facebook usage contributes more to bonding social capital rather …
The Use Of Facebook As A Customer Engagement Tool By Newspapers In The Uae: An Exploratory Study, Amany Abdelkader Saad Abdel Aaty, Swapna Koshy
The Use Of Facebook As A Customer Engagement Tool By Newspapers In The Uae: An Exploratory Study, Amany Abdelkader Saad Abdel Aaty, Swapna Koshy
University of Wollongong in Dubai - Papers
Social media has become very powerful nowadays as an easy way to approach, connect, share or exchange information all around the world. Many of the social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter and Instagram are being used as engaging and communication tools by corporations including newspapers. This is done to enhance the quality of services and to attain new customers. Facebook and other social media have also become the primary source of news for readers. Six local UAE Newspapers - Al Bayan, Al Emarat Al youm, Al Itihad, The Khaleej Times, The Gulf News and The National- have been analysed to …
E-Learning In Higher Education – Opportunities & Challenges For Dubai, Theophilus K. Gokah, Namrata Gupta, Esinath Ndiweni
E-Learning In Higher Education – Opportunities & Challenges For Dubai, Theophilus K. Gokah, Namrata Gupta, Esinath Ndiweni
University of Wollongong in Dubai - Papers
E-Learning is becoming a popular delivery method across various universities and colleges in Dubai as the region is experiencing a rapid growth of e-Learning in higher education. Adequate infrastructure, changes in demographic profile, globalization, government initiatives, outsourcing and increasing demand for IT knowledge based jobs are the major factors responsible for e-Learning growth in higher education in Dubai. To highlight the increasing demand for e-Learning based courses in higher education in the region, a study was launched using online questionnaire to measure the satisfaction levels of e-Learners in higher education. From this survey, e-Learners have shown in deed a very …
Muslims In France And Great Britain: Issues Of Securitization, Identities And Loyalties Post 9/11, Imene Ajala
Muslims In France And Great Britain: Issues Of Securitization, Identities And Loyalties Post 9/11, Imene Ajala
University of Wollongong in Dubai - Papers
The September 11, 2001 attacks in the USA have liberated an encompassing rhetoric globally, which designates all that is "Muslim" or perceived to be such, as a threat. The securitizing perspective, intertwined with debates over Muslims' integration and increasingly visible religiosity has led to growing suspicions regarding Muslims' loyalties in Europe. This analysis seeks to characterize this securitizing perspective and considers, on the one hand, the inherent equalization of increasing Muslim identity awareness with disloyalty, and on the other, the depiction of Muslims in Europe as a homogenous block, which facilitates constructing them as the "Other". As an illustration, this …
How Likely Am I To Return Home? A Study Of New Zealand Self-Initiated Expatriates, Revti Raman, Valerie J. Lindsay, Shaleen Rashad
How Likely Am I To Return Home? A Study Of New Zealand Self-Initiated Expatriates, Revti Raman, Valerie J. Lindsay, Shaleen Rashad
University of Wollongong in Dubai - Papers
Abstract of a paper that was presented at the 56th Annual Meeting of the Academy of International Business, Vancouver, Canada June 24-26, 2014.
The Use Of Instagram As A Marketing Tool By Emirati Female Entrepreneurs: An Exploratory Study, Eman Wally, Swapna Koshy
The Use Of Instagram As A Marketing Tool By Emirati Female Entrepreneurs: An Exploratory Study, Eman Wally, Swapna Koshy
University of Wollongong in Dubai - Papers
The UAE has an internet penetration rate of over 80% and has utilised social media for social and commercial purposes. This exploratory study is aimed at understanding the experiences of Emirati business women who chose Instagram to market their small businesses. Nine successful businesswomen were identified and their experiences were recorded during in-depth interviews and focus group sessions. The study found that Instagram is extensively used by Emirati women entrepreneurs, especially for home-based businesses. Numerous Instagram specific marketing strategies were created to ensure brand awareness and audience engagement. The respondents favoured Instagram as it was in-expensive and user friendly; it …
Extending Definitions On International Entrepreneurs: The Case Of Cross-Cultural Capital, Valerie J. Lindsay, Kathy Ning Shen
Extending Definitions On International Entrepreneurs: The Case Of Cross-Cultural Capital, Valerie J. Lindsay, Kathy Ning Shen
University of Wollongong in Dubai - Papers
This study is motivated by two important research questions in the overlapping fields of entrepreneurship and international entrepreneurship. The first question relates to our lack of knowledge of how entrepreneurial firms evolve to become international, and then sustain international growth (Zettinig & Benson-Rea, 2008; Jones et al 2011). The second, related, point concerns the question of how cultural and cross-cultural studies contribute to the various domains identified within the international entrepreneurship field (Coviello et al, 2011; Jones et al, 2011). We approach these questions by focusing on the role of cross-cultural capital in developing entrepreneurial capital as redefining the venture …
Blog Feed Search In Persian Blogosphere, Mohamed Sadegh Zahedi, Abolfazl Aleahmad, Masoud Rahgozar, Farhad Oroumchian
Blog Feed Search In Persian Blogosphere, Mohamed Sadegh Zahedi, Abolfazl Aleahmad, Masoud Rahgozar, Farhad Oroumchian
University of Wollongong in Dubai - Papers
Recently, user generated content is growing rapidly and becoming one of the most important sources of information in the web. Blogosphere (the collection of blogs on the web) is one of the main sources of information in this category. User's information needs in blogosphere are different from those of general web users. So, it is necessary to present retrieval algorithms to the meet information need of blog users. In this paper, we focus on the blog feed search task. The goal of blog feed search is to rank blogs regarding their recurrent relevance to the topic of the query. In …
E-Government Users' Privacy And Security Concerns And Availability Of Laws In Dubai, Jawahitha Sarabdeen, Gwendolyn Rodrigues, Sreejith Balasubramanian
E-Government Users' Privacy And Security Concerns And Availability Of Laws In Dubai, Jawahitha Sarabdeen, Gwendolyn Rodrigues, Sreejith Balasubramanian
University of Wollongong in Dubai - Papers
The purpose of the study was to review privacy and security concerns and their impact on e-government adoption in Dubai. The research analyzed the literature on e-government, security and privacy concerns of e-government adoption and the legislative provision relating to privacy and security protection. A survey on e-government user concerns on privacy, security and ease of use was also carried out. The data for the survey in this research were collected from 190 respondents in Dubai. The results of the analysis revealed that perceived security, privacy and perceived ease of use were important constructs in e-government adoption. The analysis of …
Identity-Based Determinants For Virtual Community Participation: Moderating Role Of Gender Composition, Kathy Ning Shen, Mohamed Khalifa
Identity-Based Determinants For Virtual Community Participation: Moderating Role Of Gender Composition, Kathy Ning Shen, Mohamed Khalifa
University of Wollongong in Dubai - Papers
Gender composition of VCs shapes the members' communication style and content, and has a potential in influencing the anticipated benefits from VC participation. Extending prior research on VC participation and group composition, this study examines the moderating effect of gender composition in influencing the linkage between two important identity-based determinants, i.e., identification and identity confirmation, and VC participation. The research model was validated with an online survey involving 3 male dominant VCs and 1 female dominant VC. The results show that identification is a significant and stable determinant for members' VC participation regardless of gender composition, but the effect of …