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  • 1.
    Abuaita, Areej
    et al.
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Sadeghi Ghandehari, Leila
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    En studie om upplevelse av ständiga förbättringar och organisationskultur i ett privat företag2024Independent thesis Advanced level (degree of Master (One Year)), 10 credits / 15 HE creditsStudent thesis
    Abstract [en]

    Total quality development has become a strongly recurring concept within organizations, which requires that quality work be integrated throughout the organization in order to achieve success. Continuous improvement work is critical in quality development to maintain competitiveness; companies that do not improve risk falling behind. Effective organizations that continuously improve tend to have a pervasive organizational culture characterized by job satisfaction, a certain leadership behavior and an ability to retain their employees. An adaptation of the quality work according to the organization's specific needs leads to profitability, sustainability and customer satisfaction. The implementation of continuous improvements plays a decisive role in shaping the company's organizational culture and affects both employees and managers. The purpose of this study was to explore how employees and manager in a group within a private company experience how work with continuous improvements takes place and how employees and manager experience that continuous improvements contribute to developing the organizational culture in the company. 

    The data collection method for this study was quantitative with a qualitative element. A survey was conducted with closed survey questions and two open questions. The respondents for the survey were employees in a group within a private IT company. In addition, a qualitative semi-structured interview was held with the manager of the selected group. The result of this study showed that there is a consistently high degree of perceived improvement work and a strong organizational culture.  Being able to work with continuous improvements to adapt to the changes continues to be important for both employees and managers. 

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  • 2.
    Afram, Danho Daniel
    et al.
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Nehme, Aziz Pierre
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    ”Det nya normala”, utmaningar och möjligheter?: En kvalitativ studie om ledarens arbete med ständiga förbättringar i det hybrida arbetssättet.2024Independent thesis Advanced level (degree of Master (One Year)), 10 credits / 15 HE creditsStudent thesis
    Abstract [en]

    ” The new normal” as it is called regarding the hybrid work methods when organizations have had to change their working format, is here to stay. Organizations have had to adapt in order to continue operating as the world undergoes constant changes, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic. Employees have transitioned from working in the workplace, to work from home because of the restrictions, and today, they have had to alternate between working remotely and working in the workplace in a hybrid version. The authors of this study, as a result of this, have been interested in examining and increasing the knowledge of how a leader’s work with continuous improvement changes with hybrid work methods. The study used a qualitative research method, and the authors conducted eight semi-structured interviews. The collected data was thematically analyzed. In summary, the conclusion has been that leaders believe it is appropriate to use the strategies off differentiated and integrated cognitive processes, according to the theory, to work with continuous improvements in the hybrid work methods. Leaders have experienced challenges in working with continuous improvements in the hybrid work methods such as lack of engagement, isolation, and lack of social interaction. Leaders have also experienced opportunities such as flexibility, increased digitalization, and the ability to attract a wider range of competence. Based on the identified challenges and opportunities in continuous improvements in the work hybrid method, the authors of this study have with help of collected data from leaders, developed a checklist for how leaders can navigate continuous improvement in the hybrid work method.

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  • 3.
    Ahmad, Awais
    et al.
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Ahlin, Karin
    Karlstad University.
    Mozelius, Peter
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Sodhro, Ali Hassan
    Kristianstad University.
    Exploring the Medical Caregivers' Perceptions of Technology Acceptance for an Online Speech and Language Assessment Application Among Stroke Patients2023In: International Journal on Advances in Life Sciences, E-ISSN 1942-2660, Vol. 15, no 1&2, p. 1-10Article in journal (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    Stroke is a globally increasing disease and speech and language deficiencies are common in stroke survivors. To facilitate medical caregivers in their professional work and to improve patients’ quality of life, technology can play an important role. However, the use and acceptance of technology are uncertain and more research is needed in this direction. This study evaluates the technology acceptance and adoption of an online speech and language assessment application. The evaluation-focused Design Science Research strategy was adopted for that purpose. Two physiotherapists, one occupational therapist and three speech therapists participated in the study. The Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT) was used as the theoretical base for interview questions formation and data analysis. The study findings show that the suggested application is useful and easyto use; however, it should be better synchronised with speech therapists’ daily work routines. The speech therapists stressed that the functionalities of the application should be designed in close collaboration with them, and it should be compatible with the already existing systems and services in place. Due to impairments after stroke, the patients have some specific preferences for software and hardware; such as a tablet with a touch pen is the preferred hardware. Additionally, the interface should have bigger text fonts and pictures, and highly contrastive colours in the graphics should be used for patients’convenience. The user’s privacy and security, the patient’s current health, and their previous knowledge and experience with technology were also found important determinants for the intention to use the given technology.

  • 4.
    Ahmed Abdulalim, Qane
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Omvänd logistik för e-handel inom modeindustrin2023Independent thesis Basic level (degree of Bachelor), 10 credits / 15 HE creditsStudent thesis
    Abstract [en]

    This bachelor thesis explores the implementation of reverse logistics (OL) as a means to enhance sustainable practices within the e-commerce sector, with a specific focus on clothing e-commerce. The study begins by defining reverse logistics as the process of planning, implementing and controlling the efficient flow of raw materials, in-process inventory, finished goods, and related information from the point of origin to the point of consumption to meet customer requirements. To effectively utilise the reverse logistics companies utilize various strategies to encourage consumers to return their used or unwanted products in hope to reclaim the original value of the item(s). The successful implementation of reverse logistics necessitates a focus on transporting products from point B to point A. Given that most organisations rely on intermodal transport for deliveries, reverse logistics plays a pivotal role in maintaining an efficient supply chain. By conducting a literature review using databases such as Google Scholar, DIVA portal and Scopus this study used previous studies done in the same subject. Previous articles were studied to find the most common factors that hinder an efficient or improved reverse logistic process for clothing and accessories e-commerce companies. The factors that were found to be the most crucial were as following: 

    Inventory, Handling, Product complexity, Return policy, Transport and distance. Why these findings are of interest is because by implementing strategies that targets the factors it may lead to a more efficient reverse logistics process which in turn will lead to increased customer satisfaction and revenue.  

     

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  • 5.
    Aksoy, Hasan
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Riskhanteringsstrategier för råmaterial inköp: Fallstudie vid Kubal2024Independent thesis Basic level (degree of Bachelor), 10 credits / 15 HE creditsStudent thesis
    Abstract [en]

    Kubikenborg Aluminium AB, Kubal is Sweden's only producer of aluminum and faces different risks in their procurement process including price volatility and supply interruptions for their essential raw materials which are used in their production. Factors like policy changes and Covid-19 add great risks to negatively impact these risks. The study was conducted using different data collection- and analysis methods to identify and develop possible risk management strategies for Kubal, specifically for price volatility of raw materials. Historical purchase data was analyzed to identify patterns and trends in price changes. The study also explores sustainability strategies to create long-term sustainability and also strengthen the company brand. The study provides a deep and broad understanding of risk management in raw material procurement. It provides theoretical and practical examples by studying Kubal, the results of which can also be used for other companies in similar situations. The study's conclusion shows that Kubals current strategies are effective against supply disturbance and quality risks but not effective for dealing with price volatility. By Kubal implementing procurement strategies and contract strategies, they would have saved costs in situations like during the pandemic. There are many different factors that affect price volatility but political events, market situations and in this study the pandemic affected the price the most. The study provides the possibility for further research by studying other materials in other industries and companies.

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  • 6.
    Alexander Kings Carlsson, Alexander
    et al.
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Högback, Fabian
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Balazsi, Marcus
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Swedbanks penningtvättsskandal 2019: En djupgående analys av kriskommunikation och kommunikationsstrategier2023Independent thesis Basic level (university diploma), 5 credits / 7,5 HE creditsStudent thesis
    Abstract [sv]

    Sammanfattning

    Studien ämnar att undersöka hur Swedbank försökte skydda och återuppbygga sitt rykte och förtroende genom sin kriskommunikation. Syftet var att granska hur banken hanterade och kommunicerade krisen, inklusive vilka strategier och teorier som tillämpades. Studien fördjupar sig inom fenomenet kriskommunikation, genom en kvalitativ innehållsanalys av Swedbanks kriskommunikation för bankens penningtvättsskandal 2019. Med fokus på kriskommunikation har en analys gjorts, där SCCT, Image repair theory och tidigare forskning legat som grund till analysen. Analysen visade att Swedbank använde sig av flera kommunikations- och responsstrategier från teorierna SCCT och Image repair, de använde sig också av korrigerade handlingar som den tidigare forskningen visar vara en lyckad och förekommande strategi.

    Metod och material: Vi har gjort en kvalitativ innehållsanalys med tematisering som metod. På ett systematiskt sätt har vi granskat och analyserat material som pressmeddelanden,artiklar och rapporter för att nå våra resultat i studien.

  • 7.
    Alfredsson, Ulrika
    et al.
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Tusemererwa, Leticia
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Förändringsledarskap 2.0: Hur kan förändringsledning ske effektivt inom offentlig sektor?2024Independent thesis Advanced level (degree of Master (One Year)), 10 credits / 15 HE creditsStudent thesis
    Abstract [en]

    The aim of the report was to identify the prerequisites for managing change based on improvement logic and to develop a model for change management based on quality engineering. The research method used was mixed-method research and consisted of semi-structured interviews with four director-generals in the public sector and questionnaires were answered by 24 respondents with experience of change management within the public sector. The results of the study showed that change management can be carried out effectively in the public sector by focusing on change being about improving something; basing decisionson facts; goal setting; committed and engaging leadership; psychological safety; everyone's participation and trust building; communication; motivation and behavioral change. The result was a model for change management 2.0 that included what should be included - the above themes - and how these can be used practically in organizations to achieve positive results from the change.

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  • 8.
    Alkuheli, Hiba
    et al.
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Forsaeus, Lisa
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Är en stark kvalitetskultur nyckeln till kvalitetsutmärkelser?: En studie om kvalitetskultur i kommunal verksamhet2023Independent thesis Advanced level (degree of Master (One Year)), 10 credits / 15 HE creditsStudent thesis
    Abstract [en]

    The municipalities in Sweden are facing challenges that require the sector to be more effective. Improving the quality of operations is a possible, and seemingly the most attractive, way for municipalities to make themselves more efficient. Businesses with a strong quality culture have greater chances of achieving good quality and results. If links can be found between a strong quality culture and existing good results in municipalities, a quality culture should be of interest for other municipalities to achieve. The present study has therefore investigated whether the municipal management (managers and employees) in two municipalities with recognized high quality has a higher degree of perceived quality culture than two municipalities without quality awards. The purpose of the study has also been to investigate whether there are differences between managers' and employees' views on the organization's quality culture in the selected organizations.  

      

    The data collection method for this study was quantitative with qualitative elements and based on a positivist approach. Questionnaires with the possibility of open text answers were created and sent to four different municipalities, where a total of 70 respondents participated in the study. The respondents were managers and employees in the municipal management in the selected municipalities.   

      

    The results did not show that there is a consistently higher degree of perceived quality culture in municipalities that have received quality awards than in the two municipalities selected in the study that have not received quality awards. The results of the study did however show that there were consistent differences between managers' and employees' perceived quality culture in all the study's themes and in all selected municipalities.

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  • 9.
    Almqvist, Douglas
    et al.
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Mehari, Aron
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Generativ AI i svensk copywriting – existentiellt hot eller paradigmskifte?: En kvalitativ intervjustudie i syfte att identifiera svenska copywriters användning av- och attityd till ChatGPT i deras profession, mellan november 2022 till april 2023.2023Independent thesis Basic level (degree of Bachelor), 10 credits / 15 HE creditsStudent thesis
    Abstract [en]

     

    Problemformulering och syfte: The purpose of this study was identifying how generative AI, specifically ChatGPT, has impacted Swedish copywriters since its release in November 2022, up until April 2023.

    Metod och material: In this qualitative study, individual interviews were conducted with a pool of 8 interviewees. The transcribed interviews were coded, then analyzed through an operationalisation of a wide variety of studies, as well three distinct theoretical models. They were: Diffusions of Innovations theory, Technology Acceptance Model, and Cultural-Historical Activity theory.

    Huvudresultat: Across the eight interviews, most of the interviewees explained that they had tried, and in many cases integrated ChatGPT into their work. This occurred regardless of how they previously viewed new technology. Many, however, were of the opinion that ChatGPT despite several benefits was a service plagued by a multitude of flaws, rendering it incapable of posing an existential threat to the profession, nor did it provide enough benefits to herald a paradigm shift. Yet, ChatGPT still provided enough value to constitute, in some cases, near daily use. In almost all cases, the organizations in which these copywriters currently worked lacked a cohesive plan to educate their creatives in applying generative AI effectively. Despite some organizations encouraging collaborative learning, a noticeable gap in practice was identified – something that we argue had some noticeable effect on the overall perception and in some cases the user experience of ChatGPT. This study concluded by providing an urgent call for furthering our collective understanding of the impact of generative AI in the field of commercial writing and communications as a whole.

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  • 10.
    Al-Saaid, Kasim
    et al.
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Holm, Daniel
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Effektivisering av Tillverkningsprocesser med Artificiell Intelligens: Minskad Materialförbrukning och Förbättrad Kvalitetskontroll2024Independent thesis Basic level (degree of Bachelor), 10 credits / 15 HE creditsStudent thesis
    Abstract [en]

    This report explores the implementation of AI techniques in the manufacturing process at Ovako, focusing on process optimization, individual traceability, and quality control. By integrating advanced AI models and techniques at various levels within the production process, Ovako can improve efficiency, reduce material consumption, and prevent production stops. For example, predictive maintenance can be applied to anticipate and prevent machine problems, while image recognition algorithms and optical character recognition enable individual traceability of each rod throughout the process. Furthermore, AI-based quality control can detect defects and deviations with high precision and speed, leading to reduced risk of faulty products and increased product quality. By carefully considering the role of the workforce, safety and ethical issues, and the benefits and challenges of AI implementation, Ovako can maximize the benefits of these techniques and enhance its competitiveness in the market.

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  • 11.
    Anderson, Karen
    et al.
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Oliver, Gillian
    Farewell and thank you to Beth Yakel; welcome to Fiorella Foscarini2023In: Archival Science, ISSN 1389-0166, E-ISSN 1573-7500, Vol. 23, no 1, p. 1-2Article in journal (Refereed)
  • 12. Andersson, Annika
    et al.
    Hedström, Karin
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-). Örebro Universitet.
    How education professionals manage personal and professional boundaries when using social technologies2024In: New technology, work and employment, ISSN 0268-1072, E-ISSN 1468-005X, Vol. 39, no 3, p. 382-401Article in journal (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    This study investigates how education professionals balance their private and professional lives when using social technologies. Based on boundary theory and interviews with 57 education professionals, we identify which tactics they use to separate or integrate their private and professional life. We identified twice as many segmentation tactics compared to integration tactics and found that the education professionals struggled most with finding segmentation tactics that work. We argue that this is because social technologies are designed to support integration and therefore teachers using these technologies must work harder to separate their private and professional roles. There is a need to further investigate how boundary theory can be used, and segmentation tactics understood, when the object of study is social technology, which is specifically built to integrate time and professional and private spaces. For practice, there is a need to better support teachers in their use of social technologies. 

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  • 13.
    Andersson, Caroline
    et al.
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Stråhle, Erica
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Utveckla en hållbar kvalitetskultur för bättre konkurrenskraft: Mätning av kvalitetskultur för att bättre kunna möta framtida utmaningar2024Independent thesis Advanced level (degree of Master (One Year)), 10 credits / 15 HE creditsStudent thesis
    Abstract [en]

    With the constant change characterizing today's business and organizational climate, it is clear that adaptability and the implementation of total quality management are crucial for success. By embracing design and innovation, organizations can tackle complex challenges and improve their services, something that the public sector is also investing in through the method of service design. 

    The understanding that organizational culture plays a central role in quality development has increased, and it is increasingly evident that the quality culture is crucial for long-term success. However, it is common for organizations to fail to integrate quality work as a management philosophy, hindering them from creating a culture that promotes continuous improvement. Therefore, the purpose of the study was to measure the existing quality culture within an organization, based on behaviours linked to values from total quality management, to identify areas that support and hinder change efforts in a municipal operation. 

    The data collection method for this study was predominantly quantitative, in the form of a survey sent within a department in a municipality, with 60 respondents participating. Respondents consisted of managers and employees within the studied department. 

    The study shows that the behaviours and values supportive within the organization are "customer-centricity," "creating conditions for participation," "working with processes," and "constantly working on improvements." However, the value "constantly working on improvements" is close to the boundary of obstructive behaviour and should therefore be treated as obstructive. Quality values such as "engaged leadership" and "making decisions based on facts" appear as obstacles within the organization. The study's results also indicate that there is a dispersion within the organization, where factors such as "roles" and "experience of service design" contribute to a higher quality culture.

    With the constant change characterizing today's business and organizational climate, it is clear that adaptability and the implementation of total quality management are crucial for success. By embracing design and innovation, organizations can tackle complex challenges and improve their services, something that the public sector is also investing in through the method of service design. 

     

    The understanding that organizational culture plays a central role in quality development has increased, and it is increasingly evident that the quality culture is crucial for long-term success. However, it is common for organizations to fail to integrate quality work as a management philosophy, hindering them from creating a culture that promotes continuous improvement. Therefore, the purpose of the study was to measure the existing quality culture within an organization, based on behaviours linked to values from total quality management, to identify areas that support and hinder change efforts in a municipal operation. 

    The data collection method for this study was predominantly quantitative, in the form of a survey sent within a department in a municipality, with 60 respondents participating. Respondents consisted of managers and employees within the studied department. 

    The study shows that the behaviours and values supportive within the organization are "customer-centricity," "creating conditions for participation," "working with processes," and "constantly working on improvements." However, the value "constantly working on improvements" is close to the boundary of obstructive behaviour and should therefore be treated as obstructive. Quality values such as "engaged leadership" and "making decisions based on facts" appear as obstacles within the organization. The study's results also indicate that there is a dispersion within the organization, where factors such as "roles" and "experience of service design" contribute to a higher quality culture.

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  • 14.
    Andersson, Gustav
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Forecasting the Future: Integrating Predictive Modeling into Production Planning: A Quantitative Case Study2024Independent thesis Advanced level (degree of Master (Two Years)), 20 credits / 30 HE creditsStudent thesis
    Abstract [en]

    With Industry 4.0, companies are faced with the challenge of managing an ever-increasing amount of data and re-evaluating and innovating their production planning methods. An important aspect of demand forecasting is the accuracy of forecasts compared to outcomes. Research has shown that more complex models perform better in demand forecasting, however, this research has focused on demand forecasting in the IT, finance and e-commerce sectors.

     

    This thesis investigates the application of predictive modelling in demand forecasting in the context of production planning for a medium-sized manufacturing company. The study mainly compares the performance of two predictive models: Autoregressive Integrated Moving Average (ARIMA) and Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM) networks, with the aim of assessing its usefulness in improving the accuracy of demand forecasts. Based on historical sales data, this quantitative case study investigates how these models can improve operational efficiency that can be applied to production planning processes such as optimal inventory and production schedules. 

     

    The study found that the LSTM model, through Automated Machine Learning (AutoML), was significantly better than the ARIMA model in terms of forecast accuracy. This was evidenced by lower Root Mean Squared Error (RMSE) and Mean Absolute Error (MAE) values, indicating that LSTM's ability to capture long-term dependencies and adapt to non-linear patterns provides a more robust tool for demand forecasting in production planning.

     

    This study contributes to the field of industrial engineering by demonstrating the practical benefits of integrating advanced predictive models into manufacturing companies' production planning processes. It highlights the potential of machine learning techniques to transform traditional production planning systems and thus provides insights into the strategic implementation of AI in industrial operations. Future research could explore and compare more models to get a broader picture of how different models perform against each other in terms of prediction errors.

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  • 15.
    Andreas, Norin
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Förhoppningar och förutsättningar: En undersökning om datastyrning i praktiken i offentlig sektor på kommunal nivå2023Independent thesis Advanced level (degree of Master (Two Years)), 20 credits / 30 HE creditsStudent thesis
    Abstract [en]

    Data has been recognized as an important resource in the public sector. As a result, the expectations regarding data and its potential use cases have increased. In Sweden, key stakeholders have emphasized the importance of data for data-driven purposes. However, the amount of data collected, stored and analyzed has dramatically increased, which from an organizational perspective presents new demands on how public organizations govern and control their data management. In this study, data governance in the public sector at the municipal level was investigated with the purpose of creating an overview of how data governance occurs within municipalities. The study was divided into two sections, the first phase consisted of interviews with a specific municipality, whereas the second phase consisted of a survey distributed to all 290 Swedish municipalities. The results show that the current approach to data governance presents several challenges in the municipal sector. The results also indicate that the municipal sector may potentially be more focused on information governance rather than data governance and that there may be a lack of knowledge about the distinction between data and information. The findings suggest that the municipal sector lacks the prerequisites for managing data as a valuable and strategic asset, which is a concern given the public sector’s ambitions for data to generate and enhance services for society.

     

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  • 16.
    Anyango, Faith
    et al.
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Lindblom, Anna
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Mordet i Almedalen under demokrativeckan: En kvalitativ innehållsanalys av opinionsjournalistik om mordet  i lokala tidningar2022Independent thesis Basic level (degree of Bachelor), 10 credits / 15 HE creditsStudent thesis
    Abstract [sv]

    Almedalsveckan i Visby på Gotland är känd som Sveriges största demokratiska samlingsplats. Den äger rum under en vecka varje sommar och lockar till sig flera tusen besökare årligen. Almedalsveckan är en mötesplats för politiker, företrädare för olika organisationer och allmänheten. Under Almedalsveckan den 6 juli 2022 mördas Ing-Marie Wieselgren, samordnaren för psykisk hälsa vid Sveriges Kommuner och Regioner (SKR), mitt under demokrativeckan. Theodor Engström grips snabbt och misstänks för mordet. Efter förhör erkänner han och det framkommer även att han planerat att mörda Centerpartiets partiledare Annie Lööf. Efter en rättspsykiatrisk undersökning visar det sig att han var påverkad av en allvarlig psykisk störning under dådet. Den här kvalitativa studien gjordes genom att 79 stycken opinionsartiklar från lokala tidningar undersöktes genom en innehållsanalys. Innehållet i artiklarna analyserades och delades in i fyra tematiseringar för att undersöka vad opinionsbildare hade fokuserat på. Tematiseringarna var: hot mot demokratin, är det ett terroristbrott?, diagnoser och psykiskohälsa, psykiatrisk vård samt belyser den aktuella situationen med högerextremism. Resultatet av studien visade att majoriteten av skribenterna hade fokuserat på “Hot mot demokratin” och hur händelsen kunde ses som ett hot mot samhället på grund av dådets plats och tidpunkt. Som i sin tur kan innebära att många skribenter ansåg att dådet skedde på en viktig demokratisk samlingsplats där en person med ansvar för psykisk hälsa inom en viktig organisation mördades, därför klassar många skribenter dådet som ett hot mot demokratin och samhället i stort.

  • 17.
    Appleby Strid, Julia
    et al.
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Carlström, Peter
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Li Persson, Noel
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    “Idag är en sorgens dag för Gröna Lund” en studie om Gröna Lunds kriskommunikation efterJetlineolyckan: en studie om Gröna Lunds kriskommunikation efter Jetlineolyckan2023Independent thesis Basic level (university diploma), 5 credits / 7,5 HE creditsStudent thesis
    Abstract [en]

    The summer of 2023 a big accident took place in one of Swedens most popular amusement parks. The accident was soon well known in the media and many people were talking about it. For the amusement park called Gröna Lund a crisis was a fact and they needed to make fast decisions while communicating with stakeholders. This study is going to look deeper in to how Gröna Lund as an organization handled their crisis communication, in both their ownchannels and how they talked to reporters from selected news media in Sweden.Our problem definition is to answer these three questions, how did Gröna Lund communicate in their own channels?, how did Gröna Lund communicate to news media? and what is the difference between these media in the way they are communicating? By connecting the data from each media to different ways of crisis response strategies in a model the analysis will be more clear and manageable.The results from this study shows that Gröna Lund, depending on which media they are using or talking to during this crisis, varies which crisis response strategy they base their crisiscommunication on. In their own channels, for example their social media plattform Instagram, they have a more rebuilding way to talk to their stakeholders, while in interviews with reporters from the news media they have a more minimizing of the crisis way of communication based on Crisis Response Strategies.

  • 18.
    Arctaedius, Emelie
    et al.
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Lundholm, Josefin
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Etik möter big data: En intervjustudie om kommunikatörers etiska uppfattningar kring big data2023Independent thesis Basic level (degree of Bachelor), 10 credits / 15 HE creditsStudent thesis
    Abstract [sv]

    Problemformulering och syfte: Big data har gjort det möjligt för kommunikatörer att på ett smidigare sätt nå ut till rätt målgrupp. Samtidigt kan det, utifrån yrkesrollen s delade identitet, ses som ett etiskt dilemma att kommunikatörer använder insamlad information om människor för att försöka påverka dem med olika budskap.Syftet med studien är att undersöka vilka etiska uppfattningar och reflektioner kommunikatörer i en statlig organisation har kring big data.

    Metod och material: För att genomföra studien valdes fokusgrupper som metod. Elva kommunikatörer från en statlig organisation deltog, uppdelade i tre olika grupper. Intervjufrågorna utformades ur studiens frågeställningar och teorier. Intervjuerna transkriberades för att underlätta analysen, och utifrån detta hittades tre teman som kopplades till varsin frågeställning.

    Huvudresultat:Big data kan ur ettetiskt perspektiv beskrivas som en gråzon enligt kommunikatörerna. Att kommunikatörer riktar skadliga budskap med hjälp av big data ses som etisktfel, medan det anses okej att använda big data om budskapen bidrar tillsamhällsnytta. Kommunikatörerna upplever att digitala och sociala medier samlar in information på ett tveksamt och otydligt sätt och att det upplevs som ett dilemma att det inte är kommunikatörerna som styr och samlar in datan. En annan slutsats från studien är att kommunikatörerna upplever en otydlighet kring vilket ansvarde själva har i frågan om big data, och att många av dem inte reflekterat så mycket kring det tidigare.

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  • 19.
    Arnberg, Fredrik
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Förbättra finansiella tjänster med AI: En undersökning av användning och avgörande framgångsfaktorer2023Independent thesis Basic level (degree of Bachelor), 10 credits / 15 HE creditsStudent thesis
    Abstract [en]

    This study aims to identify and examine the key success factors for companies in the financial sector that seek to use artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance their operations. Through a quantitative survey conducted among companies already utilizing or planning to use AI technology, the study seeks to gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and requirements that companies face in effectively implementing and harnessing AI. 

     

    The findings from the study will be utilized to develop advice and recommendations that can support companies in their endeavors to leverage AI technology. By providing insights and strategic guidance, the study can assist companies in planning and executing their own AI initiatives more successfully within the financial sector. 

     

    A central research question addressed by the study is: What are the key success factors for companies seeking to use AI to enhance their operations in financial services? Through analyzing the survey responses, the study will contribute to the knowledge of how companies in the financial sector can benefit from AI and overcome potential obstacles. The overarching goal is to promote more efficient utilization of AI technology within financial services while ensuring companies' success and competitiveness in today's fast-paced and technology-driven business environment. 

     

    The results indicate that companies in the financial sector recognize the significance of data accessibility and quality as critical success factors, according to the respondents. Furthermore, the findings reveal that ethical, social, and political considerations related to AI are of importance, but there exists a degree of disagreement among respondents regarding the importance of these issues. These conclusions, together with prior research in the field, can inform the development of strategies and actions that foster responsible and successful use of AI in financial services. 

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  • 20. Arnesson, Johanna
    et al.
    Grandien, Christina
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Behind-the-scenes of the parliament: Influencer genres and political authenticity on Swedish politicians’ YouTube channels2024In: Convergence. The International Journal of Research into New Media Technologies, ISSN 1354-8565, E-ISSN 1748-7382Article in journal (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    Affordances and aesthetics of digital media platforms have given politicians new ways to connect with potential voters and actively manage their own self-image. Digital political communication is also often influenced by current trends in PR or commercial marketing; for example, the tools and tactics of social media influencers. Based on qualitative case studies of YouTube channels belonging to two Swedish party leaders, this article examines the adaptation of influencer practices in the politicians’ online presence, and what impact it has on the presentation of themselves and their politics. It analyses how different genres of beauty and lifestyle influencers are embraced and adapted to a political context, as well as the ways in which specific audio-visual elements are used to construct the mediated performance of political authenticity, giving viewers ‘behind-the-scenes’ access to the politicians’ personal as well as professional life. The analysis shows how the adaption of videos in confessional genres such as story time, Q&A, and vlog, which feature personal expressions of emotions and experiences, is illustrative of an increased personalisation of political communication, where the dimension if intimacy is emphasised. 

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  • 21.
    Arzoumalian, Natali Ani
    et al.
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Zeljic, Milja
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Huvudtitel:Att leda ständiga förbättringar i det hybrida arbetssättet: En studie om hur ledare på distans främjar medarbetarengagemang i förbättringsarbetet2023Independent thesis Advanced level (degree of Master (One Year)), 10 credits / 15 HE creditsStudent thesis
    Abstract [en]

    Organizations cannot avoid the fact that they live in a world with increased global competition where they risk their survival if they do not focus on working with continuous improvements. The shift to the hybrid workplace that has become increasingly popular has brought both big and small changes for not only leaders but also employees in organisations. One of the prerequisites for successful improvement work is that leaders with their commitment succeed in getting employees to participate. The main focus for this study has been to deepen the knowledge around leading the work with continuous improvements in the hybrid workplace. To achieve the purpose of the study, the authors chose a qualitative approach that was obtained with semi-structured interviews of leaders and with a qualitative survey that the employees in the organisation got to answer. The results showed that the organisation values an open communication climate, clear but also committed leaders because their employees need to be noticed and seen. The result also shows that most of the leaders and employees within the organisation lack clarity regarding their strategic quality development work.

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  • 22.
    Asklund, Helen
    et al.
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Human Sciences, Department of Humanities and Social Sciences.
    Ottestig, Ann T
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Din pedagogiska grundsyn2024In: Mata inte studenten: En handbok av lärare för lärare / [ed] Ottestig, Ann & Asklund, Helen, Malmö: Liber, 2024, p. 189-203Chapter in book (Other academic)
  • 23.
    Asklund, Helen
    et al.
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Human Sciences, Department of Humanities and Social Sciences.
    Ottestig, Ann T
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Göransson, Karina
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Natural Science, Design, and Sustainable Development (2023-).
    Longueville, Anna
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Natural Science, Design, and Sustainable Development (2023-).
    Öberg, Erik
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Hur meriterade lärare kan samverka för kollegial pedagogisk utveckling: Exemplet Mata inte studenten2024Conference paper (Refereed)
    Abstract [sv]

    Vad skulle hända om du som lärare slutade att mata studenterna med information om vad och hur de ska lära sig? Den frågan ligger till grund för det kollegiala utvecklingsprojekt som vi, en grupp meriterade och excellenta lärare vid Mittuniversitetet, har genomfört i form av antologin Mata inte studenterna. Med antologiprojektet som utgångspunkt är vårt syfte att dels reflektera över vår kollegiala skrivprocess, dels bidra till den nationella diskussionen om meriterade lärares roll. Vi vill därför lyfta frågor om hur vi gått tillväga, vilka resurser som behövs för att få till stånd ett kollegialt skrivprojekt och eventuella vinster på individuell, kollegial och organisatorisk nivå - alltså de nivåer som är centrala för det akademiska lärarskapet och som meriterade lärare förväntas bidra till att utveckla. Med samtalet riktar vi oss därmed till en bred målgrupp - såväl meriterade lärare som alla med intresse för kollegiala samverkansformer. Rundabordssamtalet inleds med en presentation av vår kollektiva skrivprocess. Boken är resultatet av en idé från ett skrivinternat arrangerat av Nätverket för meriterade lärare på vårt lärosäte. Startpunkten var en diskussion om “spoon-fed students" och hur vi som lärare kan arbeta för ett mer aktivt lärande. Vi beslöt att dela med oss av våra tidigare erfarenheter i ett antologiprojekt. I rundabordssamtalet belyser vi drivkrafter och utmaningar från vår skrivprocess (jmf Fjellström & Wester, 2019) genom att lyfta våra lärdomar. I vidare mening vill vi reflektera över det akademiska lärarskapet och vad som krävs för att det ska fungera. Därefter följer gruppsamtal med erfarenhetsutbyte och diskussion om vilka resurser och strukturer som behövs för pedagogisk utveckling på olika nivåer. Ett sista steg är en kritisk metadiskussion om meriterade lärares roll och den typ av utvecklingsarbete vi bedrivit. Sessionen avslutas med en gemensam summering och dokumenteras i en padlet. Genom samtalet vill vi synliggöra behovet av att gå bortom den egna undervisningspraktiken och möjliggöra ett aktivt kollegialt kunskapsutbyte. Därigenom förstärks i slutändan det akademiska lärarskapet där lärare “kontinuerligt och systematiskt reflekterar över, utforskar och utvecklar den egna pedagogiska praktiken och dess inverkan på studenters lärande” (Bolander Laksov & Scheja, 2020,s.29).

    Referenser:

    Bolander Laksov, K., & Scheja, M. (2020). Akademiskt lärarskap. Stockholm: SULF.

    Fjellström, M. & Wester, M. (2019). Universitetslärares skrivande om och för sin undervisning.Högreutbildning, 9(1), s. 20-33.

  • 24.
    Axt, Monique
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Transformation of sketchy UML Class Diagrams into formalPlantUML models2023Independent thesis Basic level (degree of Bachelor), 10 credits / 15 HE creditsStudent thesis
    Abstract [en]

     Sketching software design models is a common and intuitive practice amongsoftware engineers. These informal sketches are transient in nature unlesstransformed into a formal model that can be reused and shared. Manualtransformation, however, is time-consuming and redundant, and a method toautomatically transform these sketches into a permanent and formal softwaremodel is lacking. This study addresses this gap by creating and testingSketchToPlantUML, a sketchrecognition and transformation tool that reduces theeffort of manually transforming static, sketched UML Class Diagrams (CDs) intoformal models. The artefact uses the OpenCV library to preprocess images,segment UML elements, identify geometric features, classify relationships andtransform the output into the equivalent, formal PlantUML model. Tested againsta dataset of 70 sketched CDs, the artefact achieved overall Precision and Recallvalues of 88% and 86% respectively, scoring highest on classes (0.92 / 0.96) andlowest on association relationships (0.76 / 0.76). While the approach providesinsight into image processing and object recognition using OpenCV, a morerobust and generalised solution for automating the transformation of UMLsketches into formal models is needed.

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  • 25.
    Bakkour, Lojain
    et al.
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Elewe, Hamza
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Lärande från företagssammanslagningar  En undersökning om nyckelfaktorer för framgång2023Independent thesis Advanced level (degree of Master (One Year)), 10 credits / 15 HE creditsStudent thesis
    Abstract [en]

    Mergers and acquisitions can be a critical strategy for companies to grow and reach new heights of success. However, executing a merger is a complex process that requires careful planning to succeed. Our research aimed to identify the key factors that can lead to a successful merger. The results showed that there are several critical factors, including a shared vision, leadership, communication, negotiation and agreements, resources, and customer relationships.

              To gain a deeper understanding of these factors, we used a narrative literature review. By examining the topic from various perspectives, we could build a more profound understanding of mergers. In our empirical investigation, we used qualitative interviews to collect data about mergers.

              One of the most critical factors that emerged was the importance of leadership in facilitating the merger by offering support and resources to meet the challenges of the process. Negotiation and agreements are also essential tools for creating an agreement that works for both parties. However, it is also important to be aware of cultural differences that can affect collaboration.

              The results of our study can be helpful for other companies planning a merger and can also be useful for researchers investigating the topic. However, it is important to note that our results are subjective and based on respondents' opinions about mergers. The choice of respondents and research method can also affect the reliability of the results.

           In conclusion, successful mergers are a challenge, but by having a clear vision and leadership and building an open and collaborative culture, companies can reach new heights of success and profitability.

     

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  • 26.
    Barbudo Carrasco, Lais
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    The Potential of Strategic Communication for Co-creating Decolonial Narratives in Museums: Bridging Conceptual Depth with Practical Application2024Independent thesis Advanced level (degree of Master (Two Years)), 20 credits / 30 HE creditsStudent thesis
    Abstract [en]

    The study addresses the enduring impact of colonialism on museums, highlighting the need to overcome historical biases and create spaces that authentically represent diverse cultures and histories. It aims to explore how strategic communication can facilitate the decolonization of communicative practices within museums, promoting inclusiveness and authentic representation. The purpose of the study is to delve into the concept of "co-creating decolonial narratives" within museums through strategic communication, contributing to transformative practices in narrative creation. It seeks to refine the understanding of this concept and provide practical strategies for fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion within museum communicative practices. To achieve this goal, the study poses two research questions. Firstly, it aims to investigate how the concept of "co-creating decolonial narratives" can be defined and articulated within the context of cultural institutions. Secondly, the study seeks to identify key elements and strategies that should be incorporated into a strategic communication action framework for museums. Grounded in the social constructionism paradigm, the research utilizes a qualitative approach, employing deductive reasoning for theory development.  The thesis offers insights and an integrative strategic communication framework, translating theory into practice, tailored for museums, and providing a roadmap for transformative change. The findings highlight several key outcomes. Firstly, the study establishes a clear definition and articulation of “co-creating decolonial narratives”, emphasizing the importance of inclusiveness, collaboration, and challenging dominant narratives. Secondly, it identifies critical elements for a strategic communication action framework, including community engagement, transparent dialogue, and the amplification of marginalized voices. Furthermore, the research highlights the necessity of digital engagement and social media as tools for broadening reach and participation. Additionally, the study finds that staff training and institutional accountability are crucial for sustaining decolonial efforts and ensuring ongoing progress. In terms of theoretical contributions, this study refines the conceptualization of "co-creating decolonial narratives" within museums through a strategic communication framework. Recognizing the transformative potential inherent in this process, the framework underscores collaborative, inclusive, and narrative-challenging dimensions for democratic engagement with the stakeholders. It establishes strategic communication as a catalyst for resistance, empowerment, and transformation, aligning seamlessly with broader aspirations of creating more inclusive and representative cultural institutions. The study not only contributes to theory but translates its insights into actionable steps, introducing a strategic communication action framework. Future work involves implementing and refining these strategies to assess their real-world impact.

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  • 27.
    Barbudo Carrasco, Lais
    et al.
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Borsetti Gregorio Vidotti, Silvana Aparecida
    Universidade Estadual Paulista – UNESP (Brazil).
    CRMgeo: uma extensão do CIDOC CRM para representação de espaço e tempo de patrimônios culturais: [a CIDOC CRM extension for the representation of space and time of cultural heritages]2023In: Museologia e Patrimônio, E-ISSN 1984-3917, p. 72-93Article in journal (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    In view of the heterogeneity and complexity of cultural heritage and its contexts, the spatial and temporal description is of paramount importance to better describe, identify, and interpret cultural collections. Thus, the representation of space and time attributes of cultural heritage allows a semantic enrichment of the description of cultural objects and their contexts. The CRMgeo model (Spatiotemporal Model) offers an extension to describe the spatial and temporal dimension of cultural heritage, that is, the model makes an association between domains, in this case between the domain of cultural heritage and the geospatial domain. To this end, CRMgeo connects CIDOC CRM to GeoSPARQL to represent spatial and temporal information. Given the above, the following question arises: what role does the model of spatial and temporal description (CRMgeo) play in the description of heterogeneous and complex collections of cultural heritage in digital environments? In this regard, this article aims to discuss the potentialities and challenges of adopting the CRMgeo model in the representation of spatial and temporal contexts of cultural heritage in museums through the theoretical contextualization and analysis of CRMgeo documentation. The research is classified as qualitative and exploratory. In this context, a bibliographic survey, literature review and analysis of the technical documentation provided by CIDOC-ICOM were carried out. Therefore, the use of the CRMgeo model in museums enables the enrichment and expansion of cultural heritage datasets, which leads to the contextualization of cultural objects and precision of spaces over time. This article contributes to the area of Information Science, specifically to the study of Museology and Heritage, by addressing the issue of enriching the spatial and temporal dimension in the description of cultural collections in digital environments, thus preserving the memory of historical events by enabling the storytelling of historical narratives.

  • 28.
    Barbudo Carrasco, Lais
    et al.
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Borsetti Gregorio Vidotti, Silvana Aparecida
    Instituto Brasileiro de Informação em Ciência e Tecnologia e UNESP.
    Torino, Emanuelle
    Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná.
    Arquivos, princípios CARE e a governança de dados indígenas [Archives, CARE Principles, and Indigenous Data Governance]2024In: Anais do VII Workshop de Informação, Dados e Tecnologia, Revista Juventude e Politicas Publicas , 2024, Vol. 7Conference paper (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    Introduction: The article addresses the intersection between indigenous archives, CARE principles (Collective Benefit, Authority to Control, Responsibility, and Ethics), and indigenous data governance, focusing on strengthening the Right to Memory of indigenous communities. The research focuses on the analysis and understanding of CARE principles and their application in indigenous data management using an archival approach. Methodology: The adopted methodology is descriptive, involving a literature review analyzing the dimensions of indigenous data and archive management, anchored in the CARE principles. Results: The findings highlight the intrinsic relationship between the dimensions preserved in indigenous archives, the ethical application of CARE principles in managing these archives, and the importance of indigenous data governance in ensuring self-determination and privacy. Conclusion:The conclusion emphasizes that the integration of these elements provides a holistic approach to strengthen the Right to Memory, contributing not only to cultural preservation but also to respect for global ethnic and cultural diversity

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  • 29.
    Barbudo Carrasco, Lais
    et al.
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-). Mid Sweden University.
    Borsetti Gregorio VidottiVidotti, Silvana Aparecida
    UNESP.
    Documentando o museu [Documenting the museum]: um olhar sobre a norma SPECTRUM [a look at the SPECTRUM standard]2024In: Museologia e Patrimônio, E-ISSN 1984-3917, Vol. 17, no 1, p. 219-238Article in journal (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    The SPECTRUM standard, developed by the Collections Trust in the United Kingdom, aims to enhance the documentation and management of museum and institutional collections, ensuring consistency, accessibility, interoperability, and preservation. This article investigates the application of the SPECTRUM standard in the documentation and cataloging of cultural heritage objects, focusing on its significance in the representation, preservation, organization, and access to museum collections. The methodology of this study involves a theoretical approach centered on the literature review and the analysis of the Collections Trust's technical documentation, aiming to obtain an in-depth understanding of the SPECTRUM standard, including its guidelines, purposes and impacts on the documentation and management of museum collections. By adhering to the guidelines of SPECTRUM, museums can establish standardized cataloging practices, facilitating effective comparisons, research, and collaborations among institutions. The study seeks to address persistent challenges, such as the lack of standardization and difficulty in interoperability, proposing solutions provided by the SPECTRUM standard to promote transparency and facilitate access to diverse cultural heritage. Furthermore, the article highlights SPECTRUM as a fundamental tool to broaden accessibility and discovery of cultural heritage, promoting data interoperability, and contributing to the long-term sustainability of collections. Ultimately, the adoption of the SPECTRUM standard is presented to simplify the comprehensive, standardized, and responsible representation of cultural heritage objects, enriching research, study, and collective understanding of shared heritage.  

  • 30.
    Barros de Alcantara Hamrin, Solange
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Constructing inclusion and exclusion in and through leaders’ communication discourses and practices2024In: Comunicação & Sociedade, ISSN 0101-2657, E-ISSN 2175-7755, Vol. 45, no 3, p. 75-109Article in journal (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    This study explores the discourses and communication practices of five leaders working in elderly care units in a mid-size city in Sweden and the construct of inclusion and exclusion by examining their daily communicative leadership practices with their work groups, consisting of Swedish-born and foreigner-born migrants. The results were drawn from an analysis of interviews with five leaders and the observation of eight meetings led by three of them. The findings indicate that leaders’ different strategies of inclusion are related to the engagement and participation of workers in discussions and decision-making. Some salient practices and discourses are pertinent to leaders’ cultural biases that can lead to ethnocentrism and essentialism, which might have a negative impact on inclusion. Leaders who practice inclusiveness through connecting, relating, and giving space for engagement and participation might better contribute to workplaces. The aspects and strategies of inclusion and exclusion are embedded in leaders’ practices and discourses and present them as bridge builders, empathetic and supportive, and culture enhancers. This study presents leaders' communication styles to include and exclude migrant workers and their strategies for engagement and participation in workplace issues. The leaders' communication styles emerged from the data and were defined as bridge builders, empathetic and supportive, and culture enhancers.

  • 31.
    Belhaj, Filip
    et al.
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Sayed Youssef, Helin
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Implementation av ERP-system inom ett medelstort logistikbolag: En kvalitativ studie om implementeringsprocessen av ERP-system inom ett medelstort logistikbolag ur ett ledarskapsperspektiv.2024Independent thesis Basic level (degree of Bachelor), 10 credits / 15 HE creditsStudent thesis
    Abstract [en]

    Most companies use ERP systems to automate and streamline their processes. Making a decision and choosing an ERP system is an important decision for the companies, which emphasises the importance of having a successful implementation process. As many companies go through unsuccessful implementations of ERP systems, there are clear challenges and difficulties with the implementation. This study is a qualitative interview study with the aim of investigating and analysing difficulties/challenges within the implementation process of ERP systems with a focus on the leadership perspective, within a medium-sized logistics company. Through semi-structured interviews with leaders and those responsible for the implementation, both increased knowledge of both challenges and success factors from a leadership perspective has been obtained. Through the collected data from the semi-structured interviews and a thematic analysis, a number of challenges/difficulties were identified which are in line with previous research on critical success factors, including training, management support, commitment and communication. But some critial success factors where of more weight than others. 

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  • 32.
    Bergkvist, Linda
    et al.
    Karlstad University.
    Ahlin, Karin
    Karlstad University.
    Humble, Niklas
    University of Gävle.
    Mozelius, Peter
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Johansson, John
    Karlstad University.
    Redesigning Professional Development on Digital Transformation Using Andragogy as a Theoretical Lens2023In: Proceedings of the 22nd European Conference on e-Learning: ECEL 2023 / [ed] Sarah Jane Johnston and Shawren Singh, ACI Academic Conferences International, 2023, Vol. 22, p. 25-32Conference paper (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    Regarding the ongoing digitalisation in the knowledge society, professional development seems more crucial than ever. The need for upskilling and reskilling is described as continuous lifelong learning, which must be combined and synchronised with the life of full-time working learners. Content, pedagogical models and instructional design in university courses are often created for students in Bachelor's and Master's programs instead of tailored for adults working full-time. This study describes and discusses andragogy as a potential knowledge base for redesigning professional development courses on digital transformation. Evaluations from two instances of a course for professionals on digital transformation showed that the course participants overall are satisfied with the course. However, only a few course participants take the exam to get credits. Therefore, the research question that guided this study was, "What redesign options for increased pass rates and learner satisfaction in professional development for adult learners can be identified using andragogy as a theoretical lens?" The course is on distance and contains four modules with synchronous and asynchronous learning activities, resulting in five European Credit Transfer System (ECTS). The empirical material consisted of course participants' check-in presentation before the course started, mid-term evaluation, final evaluations, and a learning diary containing 58 entries. The data was deductively analysed using the theory of andragogy as an analytical lens. The findings imply that instructors should put effort into how different parts of the course are connected, supporting learners' need to know. Further, to enhance the course participants' prior experience as a resource for learning by adding learning activities, they exchange experiences and examples with each other, adding to their learning process and networking. The pedagogic parts of understanding the theoretical course material could be split into pieces through exercises where the participants apply conceptual models and concepts to real-situation problems. The learning diary could help the participants align the new knowledge with their prior knowledge with a focus on professional roles and work situations. The identified redesign options create opportunities to increase pedagogical parts like readiness, orientation, and motivation to learn according to the current higher education system. 

  • 33. Berglez, Peter
    et al.
    Nord, Lars
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Ots, Mart
    Rapado, Irene
    Transformation of Swedish media landscape and conditions for deliberative democracy: Critical junctures, risks, and opportunities during 2000-20202023Conference paper (Refereed)
  • 34.
    Berglund, Alexander
    et al.
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Karlsson, Simon
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Studying the Relationship between Architectural Smells andMaintainability2023Independent thesis Basic level (degree of Bachelor), 10 credits / 15 HE creditsStudent thesis
    Abstract [en]

    In recent years, there has been a surge in research on theimpact of architectural smells on software maintainability.Maintainability in turn encompasses several other qualityattributes as sub-characteristics, such as modularity andtestability. However, the empirical evidence establishing aclear relationship between these quality attributes andarchitectural smells has been lacking. This study aims to fillthis gap by examining the correlation between sevenarchitectural smells and testability/modularity across 378versions of eight open-source projects. A self-developedtool—ASAT—was used to collect data on architecturalsmells and metrics relating to modularity and testability. Thecollected data was analyzed to reveal correlations at both theproject-level and within packages. Contrary to expectations,the findings show that, generally, there is no negativecorrelation between smells and modularity at the projectlevel, except for the Dense Structure smell. Remarkably,project-level testability showed the opposite result.However, a rival explanation proposes that the increasingsize of a project may be a stronger factor in this relationship.Similarly, package-level smells, as a whole, did not exhibit anegative correlation with testability. However, most smellsdemonstrated a stronger negative relationship with thequality attributes they were claimed to impair, incomparison to their counterparts. This empirical evidencesubstantiates the assertion that specific architectural smellsindeed relate to distinct quality attributes, which hadpreviously only been supported by argument.

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  • 35.
    Berglund, Lovisa
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Svensk hälso- och sjukvårds kunskap kring bias i AI- verktyg för beslutsstöd: Framtidens AI- teknik utan fördomar, mot en jämlik vård2023Independent thesis Advanced level (degree of Master (Two Years)), 20 credits / 30 HE creditsStudent thesis
    Abstract [en]

    With an increased availability of healthcare data and a rapid development of analysis techniques, artificial intelligence (AI) is currently contributing to a paradigm shift in healthcare. Areas that were previously considered only possible to be managed by human experts are now increasingly being managed with the help of AI. A large part of the research in this field points to the positive aspects that the introduction of AI in healthcare can bring. What is less often highlighted is the need for relevant data to ensure that the AI solutions generate results that promote equality. In order for this to happen, it is required, among other things, that the algorithms in the AI solutions are trained on neutral and objective data.

    The aim of this study is to use an exploratory design to investigate existing knowledge about bias in AI tools for decision support among clinical, Swedish healthcare personnel. This has been done via interviews with representatives from Swedish healthcare who work with AI. In the interviews, the status of knowledge about how data is created, implemented and used in AI for decision support was examined. The awareness of how this affects the results obtained in the form of bias and what is done to counteract this was investigated. The analysis of the respondents' answers showed that there is an indirect image of knowledge regarding bias and its consequences, but that this is not discussed in the terms that the research uses. Various different actions are performed that prevent the emergence of bias. Distinctive about the result, however, was that the respondents in many cases did not describe the motive for these actions. Actions seem to be carried out but this without fully knowing to what benefit.

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  • 36.
    Bergman, Kalle
    et al.
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Pankolainen, Ville
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    “Som en snickare utan sin hammare”: En kvalitativ intervjustudie om hur ett mer datafierat och teknologiskt samhälle påverkatsportjournalistiken i Sverige.2022Independent thesis Basic level (degree of Bachelor), 10 credits / 15 HE creditsStudent thesis
    Abstract [sv]

    I den här studien undersöker vi hur svenska sportjournalister anser hur yrket har förändrats med den teknologiska utvecklingen i samhället, samt hur den svenska sportjournalistiken gör sig bäst rent visuellt, i berättandet och hur det har anammat användningen av datajournalistik. För att genomföra studien ansåg vi att en kvalitativ intervjustudie skulle vara det bästa alternativet. Åtta svenska sportjournalister med tillräckligt med erfarenhet inom yrket för att kunna svara på frågorna lämpligaste sätt. Resultatet kunde inte slå fast att sportjournalisternas roll sett till det övriga medielandskapet. Däremot fann vi indikationer på att detta kan komma att göra det framöver. Den tekniska utvecklingen har påverkat sportjournalistiken i den mån av sättet som sportnyheter snappas upp av redaktionerna och sedan presenteras till publiken. Radio- och televisionsperspektivet på den tekniska utvecklingens påverkan på sportjournalistiken är något som vi inte lyckats snappa upp fullt ut och bör studeras vidare.

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  • 37. Bergman, Sandra
    et al.
    Ingelsson, Pernilla
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Studenternas Bullet Journal: Så tar du dina studier i mål2023 (ed. 1)Book (Other academic)
  • 38.
    Berneklint, Casper
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Spelifierade plattformar i undervisning: En kvalitativ studie av högstadielärares behov och önskemål2023Independent thesis Basic level (degree of Bachelor), 10 credits / 15 HE creditsStudent thesis
    Abstract [en]

    Gamification is about using game elements in non-game contexts.This study examines what teachers want from gamified learningplatforms in order for it to work in their teaching. The aim is tocreate knowledge about teachers' needs for these platforms sothat system developers can design these systems based on theteachers' needs. This is so that teachers in turn will use thesystems and increase the motivation of the students. This studyused a modified TAM3 as theory which was the basis for thedesign of the questions. In order to carry out this study, semistructured interviews have been conducted with secondary schoolteachers. The data has been analyzed using a thematic analysis.What has been identified is that a gamified platform should beuser-friendly and useful by being adventurous. The platform mustbe structured in small modules with different assignments for thestudent. There must be ready-made templates with modules so asnot to take up too much of the teacher's planning time. Theplatform should be simple and complex, which makes itchallenging to design.

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  • 39.
    Bjerregaard, Vaidilute
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Kvalitetsledning borde vara en nyckel till hållbar hälsa: En studie om kvalitetsledningsvärderingar och kommunikativt ledarskap, som skapar välmående2024Independent thesis Advanced level (degree of Master (One Year)), 10 credits / 15 HE creditsStudent thesis
    Abstract [en]

    Today's society is affected by productivity, quality, and services. In order to reduce negative costs, increase productivity and improve results, companies and organizations need to pay greater attention to employee health. Companies and organizations that care about a good work environment and work organization have a greater capacity for increased sustainable health and performance of the employee. There is a connection between health and quality management; it makes possible to influence the health of employees in a positive direction by using of effective methods and the pursuit of improving conditions in a workplace. For the successful leadership, communication is important. Communicative leadership plays a big role to become a better and effective leader. For modern workplaces, both communicative leadership and leadership development are important and worthy of attention as a separate research area with the aim of contributing to systematic and proactive work environment work. This study aims to increase understanding and knowledge of how managers using of quality management and their communicative skills can create and increase sustainable health within organizations and/or companies. The study was conducted through a quantitative method with a deductive approach. Data was collected through a literature review and questionnaire survey. A pie chart was used for data analysis. Study results show that communicative leadership can contribute to a positive impact on employee well-being when management focuses on, communicates, and measures employee well-being. This gives the opportunity to early discover work areas that need more consideration and development to prevent ill health among employees. The study provides an opportunity for managers to see and be inspired by how the use of quality management, its values and communicative leadership can contribute to employee well-being. By focusing on health-promoting factors and activities that create the conditions to manage and exercise their own work independently, stimulate participation, meaningfulness and intellectual motivation, the management will come further forward with improvement work, increase employee health and job satisfaction.

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  • 40.
    Björck, Vilma
    et al.
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Nordström, Filippa
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Kommunikation och trivsel: En studie om interpersonellkommunikation mellan programansvariga och studenter vidMittuniversitetet2024Independent thesis Basic level (degree of Bachelor of Fine Arts), 10 credits / 15 HE creditsStudent thesis
    Abstract [sv]

    Vårt övergripande syfte med studien är att undersöka den interpersonella kommunikationen på Mittuniversitetet mellan sex programansvariga och deras studenter som går andra året för att se om den påverkar studenternas trivsel. Studien syftar också till att identifiera eventuella variationer i kommunikationen beroende på vilket program man studerar. Detta ämne är relevant ur ett forskningsperspektiv dels för att det inte gjorts någon tidigare studie på svenska universitet i detta ämne. Och dels för att belysa vikten av effektiv kommunikation inom utbildningskontexten för att förbättra den akademiska kvaliteten och arbetsmiljön. För att besvara studiens två frågeställningar användes en mixadmetod. En kvantitativ metod i form av en webbenkät och en kvalitativ metod i form av semistrukturerade intervjuer. Resultatet på studien visar utifrån det teoretiska ramverket att det finns tydlig skillnad i kvaliteten på den interpersonella kommunikationen mellan programansvariga och studenter beroende på vilket program de studerar. De programansvariga som uppvisar fler egenskaper tillhörande kommunikativtledarskap har en bättre fungerande interpersonell kommunikation. Utifrån de teoretiska ramverket visar resultaten också att effektiv intern och interpersonell kommunikation från de programansvariga bidrar till studenternas trivsel.

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  • 41.
    Björk, Fredrik
    et al.
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Lindh, Joel
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Comprehensibility of Editor-Integrated LLM-Generated Unit Tests2024Independent thesis Basic level (degree of Bachelor), 10 credits / 15 HE creditsStudent thesis
    Abstract [en]

    Testing is a critical part of software development, used to ensure that the created software system meets expected functional requirements and to identify potential errors.The testing process is also one of the most time-consuming and expensive tasks during development. A central part of contemporary software testing is referred to as unit testing, where test cases are created to ensure the validity of individual components of a software system. While there already exist tools that can automatically generate tests, Large Language Models present new possibilities. Even if the tests are generated it is important that they are maintainable as tests often require modification to align with evolving software. Comprehensibility is a main component of maintainability. In this research, we have conducted a comparative analysis of the comprehensibility of tests generated by different LLM-based tools and compared them to manually written tests. Our research indicates that the general comprehensibility of LLM-generated test cases can surpass those of manually written test cases. Accordingly, we further found that LLM-generated test suites tend to be less complex and include less smelly code while being comparable in general readability. Lastly, the underlying functionality of LLM-based test generators, including design choices and model selection, significantly impacts how well LLM-based unit test generators create comprehensive tests. These same design and model choices might further affect the line and branch coverage of the resulting test suites. Lastly, we found that LLM-generated tests tend to have worse line and branch coverage compared to manually written tests.

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  • 42.
    Björnbom, Linnéa
    et al.
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Appelberg, Josefin
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    “Let me De-influence you”: En kvalitativ studie av fenomenet De-influencing på TikTok2023Independent thesis Basic level (degree of Bachelor), 10 credits / 15 HE creditsStudent thesis
    Abstract [sv]

    I dagens samhälle bidrar influencers till den köphets och konsumtionskultur som råder på sociala medier. Som en protest mot detta uppkom fenomenet de-influencing på sociala plattformar i början av 2023. De-influencing fördömer konsumtionskulturen och sägs vara en motreaktion på traditionell influencer marketing. Samtidigt diskuterar media huruvida de-influencing kan konkurrera ut den traditionella influencer marketing-branschen. Syftet med den här studien var att studera de-influencing som fenomen på TikTok, både ur ett mottagar- och avsändarperspektiv. Detta genom att undersöka hur de-influencing skiljer sig från traditionell marknadskommunikation, hur responsen på de-influencing innehåll kan se ut samt hur micro-influencers ser på fenomenet. TikTok-videos med tillhörande respons analyserades multimodalt och micro-influencers intervjuades sedan som ett komplement till den multimodala analysen. Huvudresultatet visade att både skillnader och likheter kan dras mellan de-influencing och traditionell marknadskommunikation. Strategier inom såväl Influencer Marketing som Corporate Social Responsibility identifierades i materialet som analyserades. Responsen på de-influencing innehåll visade sig vara övervägande positiv, något som talar för att det finns ett visst samband mellan de-influencing och förtroende. Resultatet visade även att micro-influencers ser såväl fördelar som nackdelar med att använda sig av de-influencing iframtiden.

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  • 43.
    Blomberg, Joakim
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Diskret händelsestyrd simulering av produktionshöjande åtgärder i ett justerverk: En fallstudie på SCA Tunadal2024Independent thesis Advanced level (degree of Master (Two Years)), 20 credits / 30 HE creditsStudent thesis
    Abstract [en]

    A sawmill is a complex manufacturing process, where several subprocesses are carried out sequentially. The production is often limited by bottlenecks, which can be defined as processes whose limited capacity reduces the capacity of the entire system. Identifying bottlenecks and finding ways to eliminate them is something that should be addressed if you want to increase efficiency. This is particularly important in the wood industry, which generally suffers from low profit margins. A discrete event simulation study was therefore carried out in the adjustment/sorting process at Tunadal's sawmill in Sundsvall, with the aim of investigating how simulation can be used to evaluate a current production flow within the sawmill industry. A conceptual model was formed where two dimensions were chosen to represent a large and small dimension respectively due to varying system constraints. To create a representative model of the real system, data is collected regarding working times, process times, buffer capacities, sorting data, speeds of conveyors, stop times and scrap proportions. Through this information, the conceptual model was then translated into a simulation model in the FACTS Analyzer software and was considered verified and validated after comparison against actual historical production and through face validation. Based on the existing system, three future scenarios were created and evaluated using a Welch t-test. The performance of the sorting plant's production is predicted to be positively affected in the three scenarios created. However, only the first scenario, which involves an improvement of the single-piece feeder, is proven through the Welch t-test to result in a significant difference in performance for both the large and small dimension. The result of the shifting bottleneck detection indicates a difference in where the primary bottlenecks are located for the large and small dimensions. What explains the largest bottlenecks in a sorting plant thus depends on which dimension is being processed, as the specific system constraints of the dimension result in a variation of the bottlenecks' locations

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  • 44.
    Blomkvist, Kevin
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Gestaltningen av Kung Carl XVIGustaf i media: En kvalitativ studie om hur Kung Carl XVI Gustaf gestaltades i det svenskamedialandskapet under sitt 50-årsjubileum som Sveriges konung2023Independent thesis Basic level (degree of Bachelor), 10 credits / 15 HE creditsStudent thesis
    Abstract [sv]

    Den här uppsatsens syfte är att undersöka hur svensk media rapporterar och gestaltar kung Carl XVI Gustaf under perioden då kungen firade 50 år som Sveriges statschef. Den undersökta perioden är från 11 september 2023 till 17 september 2023. Det analyserade materialet är artiklar från Svensk Damtidning, Dagens Nyheter och Aftonbladet som berör kungen och publicerades under den undersökta perioden. Studien syftar till att tydliggöra hur respektive tidning rapporterar och gestaltar kungen, samt urskilja hur tidningarnas rapportering och gestaltning skiljer sig frånvarandra tidningarna emellan. Materialet som undersöktes bestod av totalt nio artiklar, tre artiklar från varje tidning. De teoretiska utgångspunkterna för studien är gestaltningsteorin, dagordningsteorin, teorier om nyhetsvärdering och nyhetsurval, samt teorier om parasocial interaktion. Uppsatsens frågeställningar besvarades genom en kvalitativ innehållsanalys. Innehållsanalysen bestod av en frågemall utformat utifrån de teoretiska utgångspunkterna. Studiens resultat tydliggör hur respektive tidning rapporterar om kungen och hur kungen gestaltas. Resultatet visar även att tidningarna skiljer sig från varandra i hur man rapporterar och gestaltar kungen.

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  • 45.
    Bolin, Niklas
    et al.
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Human Sciences, Department of Humanities and Social Sciences.
    Falasca, Kajsa
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Grusell, Marie
    Göteborgs universitet.
    Att tänka fritt, rätt och snabbt2023In: Snabbtänkt & Eftertänkt. En vänbok till Lars Nord / [ed] Jesper Strömbäck & Ingela Wadbring, Sundsvall: Demicom , 2023, p. 10-11Chapter in book (Other (popular science, discussion, etc.))
  • 46.
    Bolin, Niklas
    et al.
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Human Sciences, Department of Humanities and Social Sciences.
    Grusell, Marie
    Department of Journalism Media and Communication , University of Gothenburg , Sweden.
    Nord, Lars
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Second thoughts on digital first: Exploring the development of election campaigning among Swedish political parties, 2010–20222024In: Nordicom Review, ISSN 1403-1108, E-ISSN 2001-5119, Vol. 45, no s1, p. 15-35Article in journal (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    This article offers a longitudinal perspective on communications during election campaigns from a political-party perspective, where strategic considerations about digital media are compared across time. Our analysis is grounded on the concepts of hybridisation and data-driven campaigning, where digital technology tends to play a central role without replacing all traditional campaign features. Empirically, the study is based on a longitudinal analysis of four election campaigns in Sweden during 2010–2022. The analysis shows that Swedish political parties have gradually integrated digital campaign features in their structure and strategy. The process is not linear, but rather back and forth, as party perceptions of the importance of communication channels vary across time. The results imply a development where all parties, regardless of size and ideology, are increasingly making rational judgments of which combinations of old and new campaign methods and communication channels are most effective.

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  • 47.
    Bolin, Niklas
    et al.
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Human Sciences, Department of Humanities and Social Sciences.
    Nord, Lars
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Views from the other side: Party perceptions on news media in Swedish election campaigns 2010–20222024In: Journalistica, ISSN 1901-6220, E-ISSN 1904-7967, Vol. 18, no 1, p. 1-23Article in journal (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    The study explores the perspectives of political parties regarding news media coverage in election campaigns. By analyzing official post-election analyses produced by Swedish political parties from 2010 to 2022, the study offers a novel approach to the study of political party views of news media. The findings largely support the arguments proposed by mediatization literature, highlighting the significance of media in party communication. Parties display eagerness to attract positive media attention while expressing regret over inadequate or negative publicity. More surprisingly, there is a lack of references to media bias in the reports, suggesting that the hostile media effect is not a major concern among Swedish parties. Despite criticisms related to irrelevant reporting and perceived negative coverage, party perceptions towards the media remains predominantly neutral. The study contributes to the understanding of the complex relationship between political parties and news media in the context of election campaigns.

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  • 48.
    Bonderup Dohn, Nina
    et al.
    Syddansk universitet.
    Jaldemark, Jimmy
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Human Sciences, Department of Education.
    Håkansson Lindqvist, Marcia
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Human Sciences, Department of Education.
    Öberg, Lena-Maria
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Ryberg, Thomas
    Aalborg University.
    De Laat, Maarten
    The University of South Australia.
    Conclusion: Emerging themes in sustainable networked learning2023In: Sustainable networked learning: Individual, sociological and design perspectives / [ed] Nina Bonderup Dohn, Jimmy Jaldemark, Lena-Maria Öberg, Marcia Håkansson Lindqvist, Thomas Ryberg, Maarten de Laat, Cham, Switwerland: Springer Nature , 2023, p. 265-279Chapter in book (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    In this concluding chapter, we point to themes that emerge from the chapters in this book on sustainable networked learning. The themes cut across different sections of the book, indicating their broader significance. These themes are the lasting effects of lockdown online teaching; Digital sustainability for the future; Future roles of networked learning in society; Balancing utopia and dystopia in visions of AI and open data; Speculative methods in research, education and design; and Balancing qualitative and quantitative data in the research of networked educational settings: Studies at the community and project levels.

  • 49.
    Bonderup Dohn, Nina
    et al.
    Syddansk universitet.
    Jaldemark, JimmyMid Sweden University, Faculty of Human Sciences, Department of Education.Öberg, Lena-MariaMid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).Håkansson Lindqvist, MarciaMid Sweden University, Faculty of Human Sciences, Department of Education.Ryberg, ThomasAalborg University.De Laat, MaartenThe University of South Australia.
    Sustainable Networked Learning: Individual, Sociological and Design Perspectives2023Collection (editor) (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    The present book has emerged from the 13th International Conference on Networked Learning (NLC, 2022), held 16–18 May, 2022 at Mid-Sweden University, Sundsvall, Sweden. The conference had a high number of interesting, high-quality research papers, which made it a difficult task to select papers to be further developed into chapters for this book. To aid our editorial decisions, in the final plenary session of the conference, we encouraged the delegates to discuss what themes and ideas they had found most interesting and/or thought-provoking during the many presentations. Comments were collated on an online board (a padlet), creating a rich plethora of potential focal points for this volume. With this as the outset, we found a set of overarching themes that each encompassed a sufficient number of papers corresponding to delegates’ articulated interests. From there, the process leading to the present collection included several rounds of reviews and revisions through which authors of the chosen papers further developed their contributions.

  • 50.
    Borglund, Erik A. M.
    et al.
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Granholm, Martina
    Mid Sweden University, Faculty of Science, Technology and Media, Department of Communication, Quality Management, and Information Systems (2023-).
    Challenges in work procedures in distributed crisis management2023In: Proceedings of the International ISCRAM Conference, ISCRAM, 2023, p. 732-737Conference paper (Refereed)
    Abstract [en]

    This is a work in progress paper on work and IT usage in distributed crisis management. The data presented in this paper has been collected at a one-day tabletop exercise with four Swedish municipalities. Four members of the four municipalities’ crisis organizations were invited to the exercise, which was designed as one scenario divided into two cases. At the start of each case of the exercise, each municipality was split into two separate rooms, to simulate a distributed crisis management. During the first case they could communicate using phone, TETRA radio, and the Internet. During case two in the scenario, there was no Internet connection. The study indicates that all the municipalities managed to organize and solve the given tasks using primarily voice communication, in case one using phone or, e.g., Teams, and in case two using TETRA radio. Information sharing using IT was non-existing

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