In this paper, we discuss the skills required for academics to effectively utilize digital technologies within open distance learning institutions in South Africa. The growing prevalence of activities within these institutions has led to shifts in academic skill requirements, particularly as academics increasingly work remotely from home or in…

Tech use in teaching and learning has been considered as a contributory factor aiding academic success. Its lack in rural schools has also been considered as a hindrance to quality education. This study through a qualitative method explored the intersection of innovation and technology use as well as the challenges of disconnection. This was done…

This paper explores how COVID-19 affected the experiences of international students enrolled to UK on-campus universities and how they made sense, navigated and lived out the on-line university as the possible educational alternative put in place during COVID-19. We argue that 'emergency teaching' was normalised as digital education, leading…

This study explores the potential of QR code technology in enhancing preservice science teachers' understanding of astronomy topics and their views on the Nature of Science (NOS). Using QR codes, the study focused on teaching complex concepts like the Kuiper Belt, dwarf planets, and Pluto's reclassification, while fostering an explicit and…

Background/purpose: As digital technologies transform education, primary school teacher educators (PSTEs) play a proactive role in preparing pre-service teachers. However, research on PSTEs' digital skills in the Vietnamese context is limited, with few studies providing a structured framework for digital competence. This study aims to explore…

This research dwells on the potential capabilities of new digital solutions in reducing the divide between the job and university education markets. The main trends and parameters of the influence of digital change on the job and university education markets are analyzed, EdTech solutions in countries of Central Asia are considered, and the…

The integration of generative AI tools in higher education presents both significant opportunities and challenges. This paper addresses two key questions: how AI should be incorporated into higher education and what ethical and pedagogical principles should guide its use. While AI enhances creativity, efficiency, and personalized learning, it also…

The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) has profoundly transformed many people's lives, ChatGPT being a clear example, whose capabilities have substantially influenced the automation of tasks such as writing texts and providing information sources for researchers. This review article aims to understand the impact of AI on academic…

This special issue article explores the role of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) in the data analysis phase of academic research degrees, focusing on its adoption by research students in master's and doctor of philosophy programmes in the business and management disciplines, as viewed through the lens of research supervisors. A…

The study examines artificial intelligence's (AI) role in peer-to-peer learning and its impact on student engagement, academic performance, and pass rates. The research provided insights into how AI influences student engagement and grades through a mixed-methods approach. The research methodology adopted an interpretivist approach that includes…

Online learning has enhanced accessibility in education, but also poses significant challenges in maintaining academic integrity during online exams, particularly when students are prohibited from accessing unauthorized resources through the Internet. Nonetheless, students must remain connected to the Internet in order to take the online exam.…

Amidst discussions about the use of Generative AI (GenAI) for academic research, their potential for doctoral research or literature reviews is an area beginning to be explored. This qualitative study explores doctoral students' perceptions of the value of GenAI tools in the literature review process. The analysis of 26 participants' reflections…

This study explores the integration of technology-based and hands-on art practices in an early childhood art education program tailored to preschoolers in South Korea. The participants of this study included 20 young children aged five or six years old, who engaged in the program for a two-year period. By employing qualitative research methods,…

This study aims to explore the criteria and success factors for the application of Artificial Intelligence Generated Content (AIGC) in higher education, and guide its practice through the construction of a comprehensive system and framework. This study first identifies seven primary criteria, encompassing technical robustness, integration with…

This study examines the role of virtual simulation technology in enhancing journalism and communication education. Traditional teaching methods often face limitations in resources, which impede the development of students' practical skills and creativity. Through a case study, the research evaluates the impact of virtual simulation on curriculum…