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Kezia Herman Mkwizu; Ritimoni Bordoloi – Asian Association of Open Universities Journal, 2024
Purpose: Inclusive growth in the education sector is still a major challenge in some countries because of limited access to technologies and internet connectivity, among other reasons. However, as a technology, augmented reality (AR) is expected to be widely used in the field of education in the future. The main purpose of this paper is to explore…
Descriptors: Physical Environment, Simulated Environment, Synthesis, Information Technology
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Yalalem Assefa; Melaku Mengistu Gebremeskel; Bekalu Tadesse Moges; Shouket Ahmad Tilwani; Yibeltal Aemiro Azmera – International Journal of Information and Learning Technology, 2025
Purpose: In today's educational landscape, technology has become an undeniable force in shaping pedagogical approaches and even the definition of learning itself. But this path contains many obstacles. Within the higher education ecosystem, the digital divide -- the disparity in access and use of technology -- is proving to be a significant…
Descriptors: Equal Education, Cultural Context, Higher Education, Developing Nations
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Virtanen, Mari Aulikki; Haavisto, Elina; Liikanen, Eeva; Kääriäinen, Maria – Education and Information Technologies, 2018
Ubiquitous learning and the use of ubiquitous learning environments heralds a new era in higher education. Ubiquitous learning environments enhance context-aware and seamless learning experiences available from any location at any time. They support smooth interaction between authentic and digital learning resources and provide personalized…
Descriptors: Higher Education, Literature Reviews, Educational Technology, Technology Uses in Education
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Hodgson, Vivien; Reynolds, Michael – Studies in Higher Education, 2005
The article reviews the popularity in networked learning designs for values of collaboration, and in particular, of community. Examples of this are drawn from the networked learning literature, highlighting corresponding arguments for networked learning providing the basis for a more democratic ethos within higher educational programmes. The…
Descriptors: Computer Mediated Communication, Learning Processes, Computer Networks, Higher Education
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Watts, A. G.; Jackson, Charles – British Journal of Guidance & Counselling, 2000
Evaluates the impact for higher education institutions of networking PROSPECT (HE). Discusses the rationale for networking and implementation strategies adopted. Data suggests that networking provides easier access in terms of both location and time, with no evidence of any reduction in the use of the careers services. (Author/GCP)
Descriptors: Career Guidance, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Networks, Foreign Countries
D'Souza, Patricia Veasey – Educational Technology, 1992
Explores possible uses of electronic mail in three areas of the academic setting: instruction, research, and administration. Electronic mail is defined, the components needed to get started with electronic mail are discussed, and uses and benefits of electronic mail in diverse educational environments are suggested. (12 references) (DB)
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Educational Environment, Electronic Mail, Higher Education
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Feld, Harold – EDUCAUSE Review, 2005
With increasing frequency, communities are seeing the arrival of a new class of noncommercial broadband providers: community wireless networks (CWNs). Utilizing the same wireless technologies that many colleges and universities have used to create wireless networks on campus, CWNs are creating broadband access for free or at costs well below…
Descriptors: Telecommunications, Computer Networks, Computer Mediated Communication, Higher Education
Updegrove, Daniel A. – Educational Technology, 1991
Discusses current trends in the use of electronic mail (e-mail) in education. National and international academic networks are described, including BITNET and NSFNET; uses of electronic mail for faculty, administrators, and students are examined; and guidelines for using e-mail are offered. (seven references) (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Educational Technology, Educational Trends, Electronic Mail
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Levy, Philippa – New Review of Libraries and Lifelong Learning, 2000
Information specialists have an educational role to play in networked learner support. Information intermediaries must explore new perspectives on their professional roles, extend knowledge of educational theory and technology, and develop skills in multidisciplinary teamwork and change agency. (Contains 103 references.) (SK)
Descriptors: Adult Learning, Computer Networks, Educational Environment, Higher Education
Smith, Carol; And Others – 1992
Noting that journalism and mass communication educators have experimented broadly with computer applications since the 1970s, this paper suggests that momentum is building in the 1990s in three areas (industry imperative, social significance, and pedagogic promise) to integrate computer-mediated communication (CMC) into the journalism and mass…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Electronic Mail, Higher Education, Interpersonal Communication
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Cronin, Blaise; Davenport, Elisabeth – Annual Review of Information Science and Technology (ARIST), 1993
Discusses the concept of social intelligence (SI), including its history and contexts in which it may be valid; assesses SI from the perspectives of information management, information policy, and information economics; reviews tools and techniques associated with SI, including networks, hypermedia, and connectionism; and considers education and…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Higher Education, Hypermedia, Information Management
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Katz, James E.; Graveman, Richard F. – Telematics and Informatics, 1991
Discussion of the right to privacy of communications focuses on privacy expectations within a National Research and Education Network (NREN). Highlights include privacy needs in scientific and education communications; academic and research networks; network security and privacy concerns; protection strategies; and consequences of privacy…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Computer Networks, Higher Education, Privacy
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Voloudakis, John – EDUCAUSE Review, 2006
In the past three years, higher education institutions have made a number of moves to secure their critical systems and protect their users, resulting in a marked change in the techniques used to combat security threats. Today, continued progress may depend on the development of an enterprise IT security program. (Contains 10 notes.)
Descriptors: Educational Technology, Information Technology, Higher Education, Computer Security
Karabenick, Stuart A. – 1987
Arguing that seeking help when needed is an integral part of the learning process, this paper describes a three-stage help-seeking process; examines computer conferencing in academic contexts; and describes several characteristics that promote help-seeking, including the admission of inadequacy, the decision to seek help, and the ultimate…
Descriptors: Academic Advising, Computer Networks, Consultation Programs, Guidance
Johnson, Dell – 1991
Institutions of higher education in the United States are making use of educational communication networks, such as the National Science Foundation's INTERNET system, to enhance research and learning. Such information networks are used to exchange information electronically, and exist not only in the United States, but also in other countries.…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Computer Networks, Electronic Mail, Ethics
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