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Item Open Access Academic publishing in the information age – an editor’s observations(Emerald Group Publishing Limited, 2017) Rogerson, SimonPurpose: This paper explores the evolution of academic publishing from the traditional roots to today’s online publishing cycle which embraces many of the elements of virtual space. Design/methodology/approach: A case study approach is adopted using the Journal of Information, Communication and Ethics in Society to explore the revolutionary journey. Findings: The value of using a range of virtual space facilities in tandem is assessed. Originality/value: The paper can be used as a guide for academic editors and publishers in reaching out to the next generations of the academic population.Item Embargo Are codes of ethics relevant?(2017-11) Rogerson, SimonThis short piece introduces issue of the Journal of Information, Communication and Ethics in Society which focuses on professionalism in the development and implementation of ICT. It questions the commonly held view that codes are paramount in developing ethically sound software. Thus the papers in the issue are situated in a broader context.Item Metadata only Are they really listening? An investigation into published online privacy policies at the beginning of the third millennium.(Emerald, 2004-01-01) McRobb, Steve; Rogerson, SimonItem Metadata only Aspects of social responsibility in the information society(© IDEA Group Publishing, 2004) Rogerson, SimonThe social impact of computing technologies is growing at an increasing rate. Computers are changing where and how we work, learn, shop, eat, vote, receive medical care, spend free time, make war and establish social relationships. This revolution is not merely technological and financial, it is fundamentally social and ethical. It is a revolution that has spawned an Information Society with the potential to be either empowering or enslaving. In this dangerous world the stakes are much higher, and consequently considerations and applications of social responsibility must be broader, more profound, and above all effective. This will increase the chance of an Information Society that effectively utilizes information and the related technologies to promote human wellbeing. There is much evidence to show that there exists a digital divide. DeHann (2000) argues that “in an age of globalization, an age where the gap between the rich and the poor nations continues to widen, business leaders more than ever need to embrace social responsibility as a successful business strategy.” Considering the world as a village of 100 people, DeHann says we would find that: 80 would live in substandard housing; 66 would not have safe drinking water; 66 would never have made a phone call; 50 would suffer from malnutrition; six (all from the U.S.) would own one-half the wealth; one would have a college education; and one would own a computer. There is an increasing awareness among people of such inequalities and the potential of the Information Society to redress the balance. The demand on organizations to act in a socially responsible manner may well increase. In 1999 Environics International undertook The Millennium Poll on Corporate Social Responsibility involving representative samples of 1,000 citizens in each of 23 countries on six continents. The report of the poll included the following four public expectations of organizations in the future: • Demonstrate their commitment to society’s values and their contribution to society’s social, environmental, and economic goals through actions. • Fully insulate society from the negative impacts of company operations, and its products and services. • Share the benefits of company activities with key stakeholders, as well as with shareholders. • Demonstrate that the company can make more money by doing the right thing, in some cases by reinventing its business strategy. These expectations set a challenging agenda for those involved in the planning, development, and implementation of the Information Society. However, this public expectation is likely to be dulled because of people’s tendency to be somewhat unquestioning about technological advancement and solutions. Indeed Hamelink (2000) claims people have complete trust in technological solutions to personal and social problems, have a tendency to seize any technological advance, and tend to equate technological progress with progress of civilization. There is thus a need to be proactive about social responsibility. Against this backdrop, the purpose of this chapter is to explore some of the key aspects of social responsibility within the evolving Information Society with particular emphasis on the role of organizations. The objective is to highlight the types of problems and challenges faced by those planning, developing, and operating systems that turn the Information Society into a practical reality.Item Metadata only Balancing security and simplicity in e-voting: is there an effective compromise?(Routledge, 2004) Fairweather, N. Ben, 1966-; Pratchett, Lawrence; Wingfield, M.; Rogerson, SimonItem Metadata only Barriers to e-government implementation in Jordan: The role of Wasta.(2011) Fidler, Christine; Kanaan, Raed Kareem; Rogerson, SimonItem Metadata only Being ethical in developing information systems: an issue of methodology or maturity in judgment?(2001-01-01) Rogerson, Simon; Fairweather, N. Ben, 1966-; Wu, X.Item Metadata only Biometric identification(Troubadour Publishing Ltd., 2004) Fairweather, N. Ben, 1966-; Rogerson, SimonItem Metadata only The challenge of raising ethical awareness: a case based aiding system for use by computing and ICT students(Springer Verlag, 2005-01-01) Rogerson, Simon; Fairweather, N. Ben, 1966-; Sherratt, D.Item Metadata only The challenge of raising ethical awareness: a case-based aiding system for use by computing and ICT students.(Troubador Publishing, 2005) Fairweather, N. Ben, 1966-; Sherratt, D.; Rogerson, SimonItem Open Access Computing by everyone for everyone(Emerald Publishing, 2019-11-01) Rogerson, SimonThe viewpoint draws upon a wide variety of experiences and observations in order to reassess the status of information ethics action. Some empirical examples are used to demonstrate the need to refocus action in the information ethics field. The traditional view of focusing ethical action on professionals is challenged and a new action paradigm is proposed.Item Metadata only A consumers' perspective on e-commerce: Practical solutions to encourage consumers' adoption of e-commerce in developing countries - A Saudi Arabian empirical study.(IEEE, 2010) Aleid, Fahad Abdulaziz Abdullah; Rogerson, Simon; Fairweather, N. Ben, 1966-Item Metadata only Current and future state of ICT deployment and utilization in healthcare: an analysis of cross-cultural ethical issues.(Information Science Reference, 2007) Stahl, Bernd Carsten, 1968-; Kashmeery, A.; Rogerson, SimonItem Metadata only The data protection decade 1995-2005(De Montfort University; Southern Connecticut State University, 2005) Howley, Richard G.; Rogerson, Simon; Fairweather, N. Ben, 1966-; Pratchett, LawrenceItem Open Access The Data Shadow(ACM, 2017-04-17) Rogerson, SimonThis hypothetical story is about personal data which resides on the internet. It has its foundation in things which have happened. It raises serious questions about whether we should be more wary of, and whether there are things organisations and individuals could do to reduce the risks associated with data shadows. The paper finishes with a discussion as to how such stories might be used to educate new professionals.Item Metadata only A Dependencies Mapping Method for Personal Health Monitoring(IOS Press Ebooks, 2013) Rogerson, Simon; Wilford, S.; Fairweather, N. Ben, 1966-This chapter discusses the research undertaken in developing a comprehensive dependencies map for Personal Health Monitoring (PHM). Included is a discussion of the underlying research approach adopted and how this was operationalized. A new dependencies mapping method has been developed and this is described in detail. Illustrations of the derived tools are given using the PHM analysis undertaken. A summary of the analysis outcomes and the resulting recommendations are discussed. The chapter concludes with some suggestions of ways in which this type of data set can be used in practice to deliver fit-for-purpose PHM systems.Item Open Access Digital Existence - the Modern Way to Be(2018-06-16) Rogerson, SimonThis is an interpretative viewpoint blending perspectives to form a composite view of digital existence. The paper uses philosophy, sociology and linguistics within an ethnographic framework of contrasting cultural and cultural artefact views. Digital being and the relationship between physical and virtual are discussed. Evidence suggests acceptance of the virtual world as a location of coexistence. How technology has merged with humans so that humans have become more than their organic selves is examined. In a virtual world, digital existence is achieved through Daseinian avatars and so the concept of self is explored. There then follows a broader discussion about the online world which leads into how these new technologies become accepted by individuals and society. The influence of mass media is considered in this context. This is followed by a short analysis of the vocabulary used to describe the online world. The paper ends with a call to rethink how to view and react to the online world. Existing positions are challenged as being inappropriate given the analysis undertaken.Item Metadata only E-learning in Lusiada Universities - An ethical and cultural enquiry.(Tipografia Commerciale, 2008) Silva, Nuno Sotero Alves; Rogerson, Simon; Stahl, Bernd Carsten, 1968-Item Metadata only Ethical assessment of new technologies: a meta-methodology.(Emerald, 2011) Harris, Ian; Jenninings, Richard C.; Pullinger, David; Rogerson, Simon; Duquenoy, PennyItem Metadata only The ethical attitudes of information systems professionals: outcomes of an initial survey.(Pergamon Press, 2002) Prior, Mary; Rogerson, Simon; Fairweather, N. Ben, 1966-