Social Work Technology Anxiety: Survey Research Methodology
The field of social work is known for human interactions and in-person communication (Oliver-Parker & Demiris, 2006), yet, as the profession adapts to the increased use of technology, there are concerns that this change will cause a distancing from clients needing to be served (Ashery, 2001) and depersonalization of the profession. Despite published guidelines by the National Association of Social Workers, as well as requirements by federal and state governments regarding the implementation of technology into the field, the social work profession has been, in many ways, adverse to the change. Although the complete gamut of social work specialties are adapting to the use of technology, those working in Child Protection Services (CPS) are under specific pressures to acclimate (Glicken, 2007). Studies show there are numerous advantages and disadvantages to using technology in social work. Specifically it helps to provide for greater access to services for clients (Camilleri & Humphries, 2002) and assists in promoting accountability, consistency, transparency (Burton & van den Broek, 2009). Other issues are inequalities in access to resources and threats to confidentiality and depersonalization (Oliver-Parker and Demiris, 2006). Additional studies point out differences in levels of anxiety and confidence related to age, prior technology use, length of time in using specific technology and training
Methodology of Risk Management in Petroleum Industry Case Study Libya\'s National Oil Corporation LNOC
This paper attempts to identify a methodology to manage the risks facing Libya's National Oil Company (LNOC). Over the years, the LNOC has encountered lot of risks in its business operations, which the company is unable to manage. The paper will collect data using quantitative technique, and the findings will assist the LNOC to manage its risks.