The Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) Companies’ Preferences on Digital Literacy among Fresh Graduates

Abdelmonem, M. G. (2017). Architectural and urban heritage in the digital age: Dilemmas of authenticity, originality and reproduction. International Journal of Architectural Research: ArchNet-IJAR, 11(3), 5. https://doi.org/10.26687/archnet-ijar.v11i3.1415
Abdullah, W. M. (2010). Critical Factors In Project Success: A Study Of Public Sector Construction Projects In Malaysia [Unpublished doctoral dissertation]. University Malaya, Kuala Lumpur .
Ahmed, I., & Ishtiaq, S. (2021). Reliability and validity: Importance in Medical Research. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34974579/
Akadiri, O. P. (2011). Development of a multi-criteria approach for the selection of sustainable materials for building projects. PhD Thesis, University of Wolverhampton
Al-Tmeemy, S. M., Abdul-Rahman, H., & Harun, Z. (2011). Future criteria for success of building projects in Malaysia. International Journal of Project Management, 29(3), 337-348. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijproman.2010.03.003
Bandow, D. S. (2001). Time to create sound teamwork. The Journal for Quality and Participation, 24, 41-47.
Belshaw D. (2014). Essential Elements of Digital Literacies. http://digitalliteraci.es
Cheng, E. W., Li, H., Love, P. E., & Irani, Z. (2001). Network communication in the construction industry. Corporate Communications: An International Journal, 6(2), 61-70. https://doi.org/10.1108/13563280110390314
CIDB. (2022). 12 technologies defining Malaysia's construction 4.0. CIDB Malaysia. https://smart.cidb.gov.my/article/12-technologies-defining-malaysias-construction-40-79
Collins Dictionary. (n.d.). Definition of 'cognitive'. HarperCollins Publishers. https://www.collinsdictionary.com/us/dictionary/english/cognitive
Corbett, E., & Le Dantec, C. (2019). Towards a design framework for trust in digital civics. Proceedings of the 2019 on Designing Interactive Systems Conference. https://doi.org/10.1145/3322276.3322296
Creative Commons. (2023, September 28). About CC licenses. https://creativecommons.org/share-your-work/cclicenses/
DataCamp. (2023). State of Data Literacy 2023 Report. https://www.datacamp.com/report/data-literacy-report-2023
Davis, K., & Songer, A. (2002). Technological change in the AEC industry: A social architecture factor model of individuals' resistance. IEEE International Engineering Management Conference. https://doi.org/10.1109/iemc.2002.1038444
Deloitte. (2019). Point of View on Digital Construction. The business case of incorporating digital technologies into the construction industry.
Digital Literacy Hub Africa. (2020, September 11). Facebook. Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/102363928169755/photos/a.116052480134233/160468909025923/?type=3
Dulaimi M. (2022). The climate of innovation in the UAE and its construction industry. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management. https://doi.org/10.1108/ECAM-07-2020-0492
Durdyev, S., Mbachu, J., Thurnell, D., Zhao, L., & Hosseini, M. R. (2021). BIM adoption in the Cambodian construction industry: Key drivers and barriers. ISPRS International Journal of Geo-Information. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijgi10040215
Esa, M., Alias, A., & Samad, Z. A. (2014). Project managers’ cognitive style in decision making: A perspective from construction industry. International Journal of Psychological Studies, 6(2). https://doi.org/10.5539/ijps.v6n2p65
FasterCapital. (2023, November 2). Lifelong learning in the Digital Era: Adapting to change. https://fastercapital.com/content/Lifelong-Learning-in-the-Digital-Era--Adapting-to-Change.html
Soto B., Agustí-Juan I., Joss S., & Hunhevicz J. (2019). Implications of Construction 4.0 to the workforce and organizational structures. International Journal of Construction Management. https://doi.org/10.1080/15623599.2019.1616414
Gayeski, D. M. (1993). Corporate communications management: The Renaissance communicator in information-age organizations.
George, E., & Chattopadhyay, P. (2002). Do differences matter? Understanding demography-related effects in organisations. Australian Journal of Management, 27(1_suppl), 47-55. https://doi.org/10.1177/031289620202701s06
Gerrard, A., Zuo, J., Zillante, G., & Skitmore, M. (2010). Building information modeling in the Australian architecture engineering and construction industry. Handbook of Research on Building Information Modeling and Construction Informatics, 521-545. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-60566-928-1.ch023
Gudien?, N., Ramelyt?, L., & Banaitis, A. (2013). An Evaluation of Critical Success Factors for Construction Projects using Expert Judgment [Conference session]. 1st International Virtual Scientific Conference
Gupta, A., Mishra, P., Pandey, C., Singh, U., Sahu, C., & Keshri, A. (2019). Descriptive statistics and normality tests for statistical data. Annals of Cardiac Anaesthesia, 22(1), 67. https://doi.org/10.4103/aca.aca_157_18
Hassan S., Khahro, S. H., & Javed Y. (2021). Digital Transformation and E-Commerce in Construction Industry A Prospective Assessment. Academy of Strategic Management Journal.
Heath, R. L. (2020). Management of corporate communication: From interpersonal contacts to external affairs. Routledge.
IBM. (2010, May 18). IBM 2010 global CEO study: Creativity selected as most crucial factor for future success. PR Newswire: press release distribution, targeting, monitoring and marketing. https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/ibm-2010-global-ceo-study-creativity-selected-as-most-crucial-factor-for-future-success-94028284.html
Ingram, G. (2020, April 6). Civil society: An essential ingredient of development. Brookings. https://www.brookings.edu/articles/civil-society-an-essential-ingredient-of-development/
International Trade Administration. (2020). Architecture, Engineering, and Construction Services. https://www.trade.gov/architecture-and-engineering-services
JISC. (2014). The seven elements of digital literacy. ResearchGate. https://www.researchgate.net/figure/The-seven-elements-of-digital-literacy-JISC-2014_fig6_297759294
JPodcaster. (2012, October 1). Making sense of the 8 elements of digital literacy. Professionalism in the Digital Environment (PriDE). https://digilitpride.wordpress.com/2012/10/01/making-sense-of-the-8-elements-of-digital-literacy/
Karimzadeh, A. (2023, August 3). Communication and collaboration: Key pillars of successful construction project management. LinkedIn. https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/communication-collaboration-key-pillars-successful-karimzadeh
Kemp, S. E., Hort, J., & Hollowood, T. (2018). Descriptive analysis in sensory evaluation. John Wiley & Sons.
Knobel, M., & Lankshear, C. (2007). A new Literacies sampler. Peter Lang.
Martin, A. (2006). A European framework for digital literacy. Nordic Journal of Digital Literacy, 1(2), 151-161. https://doi.org/10.18261/issn1891-943x-2006-02-06
Master Builders. (2022, November 8). Critical thinking, a vital skill in today’s ever-changing work environment. LinkedIn. https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/critical-thinking-vital-skill-todays-ever-changing-
McIntosh E. (2011, November 29). TEDxLondon: The Problem Finders. edublogs. https://edu.blogs.com/edublogs/2011/11/tedxlondon-the-problem-finders-video.html
Miozzo, M., & Ivory, C. (2000). Restructuring in the British construction industry: Implications of recent changes in project management and technology. Technology Analysis & Strategic Management, 12(4), 513-531. https://doi.org/10.1080/713698495
Mumaw, S. (2013, December 3). Creativity and problem-solving - Creativity: Generate ideas in greater quantity and quality video tutorial | LinkedIn learning, formerly Lynda.com [Video]. LinkedIn. https://www.linkedin.com/learning/creativity-generate-ideas-in-greater-quantity-and-quality/creativity-and-problem-solving?autoplay=true&trk=course_preview&upsellOrderOrigin=default_guest_learning
Nehme, A., & Crabtree, M. (2023, July). What is Data Literacy? A Comprehensive Guide for Organizations. DataCamp. https://www.datacamp.com/blog/what-is-data-literacy-a-comprehensive-guide-for-organizations
Olivier, P., & Wright, P. (2015). Digital civics. Interactions, 22(4), 61-63. https://doi.org/10.1145/2776885
Osment, M. (2023, October 6). Data literacy for construction. Medium. https://medium.com/shift-construction/data-literacy-for-construction-4ed952d3130a
Panke, S. (2015, October 28). Digital literacy: An interview with Doug Belshaw. AACE. https://aace.org/review/digital-literacy-an-interview-with-doug-belshaw/
Partnership for 21st Century Skills. (2009). P21 framework definitions.
Rachmadtullah, R., Setiawan, B., Wasesa, A. J., & Wicaksono, J. W. (2022). Elementary school teachers’ perceptions of the potential of metaverse technology as a transformation of interactive learning media in Indonesia. International Journal of Innovative Research and Scientific Studies, 6(1), 128-136. https://doi.org/10.53894/ijirss.v6i1.1119
Reddy, P., Sharma, B., & Chaudhary, K. (2020). Digital LIteracy. International Journal of Technoethics, 11(2), 65-94. https://doi.org/10.4018/ijt.20200701.oa1
Sally. (2015, June 11). Digital literacy has 8 essential elements. Finding Heroes. https://findingheroes.co.nz/2015/06/11/digital-literacy-has-8-essential-elements/
Scheuer, C. W. (2007). Adoption of residential green building practices: Understandiing the role of familiarity. [Unpublished doctoral dissertation]. University of Michigan.
Shareef, V. (2018). The meaning of originality in architecture and how can it be measured. Journal of Process Management. New Technologies, 6(3), 1-12. https://doi.org/10.5937/jouproman6-17462
Simkus, J. (2023, July 31). Convenience sampling : Definition, method & examples. Simply Psychology. https://www.simplypsychology.org/convenience-sampling.html
Skill IT. (2019, November 21). Critical thinking and problem solving. https://digipathways.io/resources/training-toolkit/critical-thinking-and-problem-solving/
Stedman, C. (n.d.). How to develop a data literacy program in your organization. TechTarget. https://www.techtarget.com/searchbusinessanalytics/ehandbook/How-to-develop-a-data-literacy-program-in-your-organization
Sukamolson, S. (2007). Fundamentals of quantitative research [Doctoral dissertation].
Swanson, R. A., & Holton, E. F. (2005). Research in organizations: Foundations and methods in inquiry. Berrett-Koehler Publishers.
UNESCO Institute of Statistics. (2018). A Global Framework of Reference on Digital Literacy Skills for Indicator 4.4.2. http://uis.unesco.org/sites/default/files/documents/ip51-global-framework-reference-digital-literacy-skills-2018-en.pdf
Utilities one. (2023, November 8). The Importance of Continuous Learning and Development in Construction Teams. https://utilitiesone.com/the-importance-of-continuous-learning-and-development-in-construction-teams
Wijesooriya N., & Wijesundara J. (2012). Fostering creativity in construction education: finding the meaning of creativity within construction industry [Paper presentation]. CIOB Construction Conference 2012.
Will O'Connor, M. D. (2015, February 23). Communication and collaboration: Why they're one and the same. TigerConnect. https://tigerconnect.com/blog/communication-collaboration-theyre-one/
Zhang, E. (2022, August 26). How to support your interns’ digital literacy. Symba. https://symba.io/blog/early-talent-and-retention-strategy/internship-program-management/how-to-support-your-interns-digital-literacy/

Aminuddin, F. A., & Sani, F. N. M. (2024). The Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) Companies’ Preferences on Digital Literacy among Fresh Graduates. International Journal of Academic Research in Progressive Education and Development, 13(4), 2127–2145.

Copyright: © 2024 The Author(s)
Published by HRMARS (www.hrmars.com)
This article is published under the Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY 4.0) license. Anyone may reproduce, distribute, translate and create derivative works of this article (for both commercial and non-commercial purposes), subject to full attribution to the original publication and authors. The full terms of this license may be seen at: http://creativecommons.org/licences/by/4.0/legalcode