The purpose of this study is to investigate how the technology application in the Internet Plus Era could impact the governance reforms of Chinese universities. The study takes a qualitative approach by collecting research data through personal interviews with twenty-six educational leaders from fifteen top research universities in China. The data…

Background: Young people with learning disabilities are increasingly using the Internet but can be vulnerable to being victimised online. As learning disability services develop guidance on how to support Internet use, it is important to explore what support is necessary. Methods: This research used interviews and focus groups to explore what…

Rehabilitation aims to make necessary changes to help individuals achieve maximum life satisfaction. This study focused on Internet competence and use as factors related to life satisfaction for individuals with physical disabilities. Data from the 2016 Information Divide Index of the National Information Society Agency were analyzed. Regression…

While many academic conferences are transitioning to online events, this article aims to share several strategies used by the organizers of a well-established online-only conference. The Teaching, Colleges, and Community (TCC) Worldwide Online Conference recently celebrated its 25th anniversary. After a brief review of TCC's history, four…

This study explores Israeli Americans' use of popular music from country of origin (PMCO) as a cultural mediator, which assists in maintaining and imparting parents' identity to their children. Highlighting a sociocultural aspect of music consumption in the streaming era, the study focuses on music as a personal and interpersonal tool among…

Economic challenges in Nigeria have prompted many undergraduate students to engage in social media entrepreneurship for financial sustainability. Platforms like Facebook and Instagram provide cost-effective business opportunities. While this entrepreneurship offers benefits, it raises concerns about its impact on academic performance, especially…

The responsiveness of lecturers at Namibian universities to Moodle as a teaching and learning platform is addressed in this paper. It observes, among other things, the increasing adoption of Moodle as an LMS in Namibian and higher education settings globally and notes that special challenges may be barring Namibian universities from harnessing…

Social media education encompasses the study and application of social media platforms and technologies. It also examines their broader societal impact. Social media pedagogy refers specifically to the teaching methods and instructional strategies used to deliver social media education. As an emerging discipline area within the Higher Education…

Misinformation exposure can cause inaccurate beliefs and memories. These unwanted outcomes can be mitigated when misinformation reminders--veracity-labeled statements that repeat earlier-read false information--appear before corrections with true information. The present experiment used eye tracking to examine the role of attention while encoding…

In this article I examine the generative AI music-making applications of Google called MusicFX DJ and Music AI Sandbox, as well as Udio, an end-to-end generative AI music system created by ex-Google employees. I frame these generative AI music systems designed by Big Tech as part of their neoliberal agenda, which involves influencing music…

The preventability of skin cancer stresses the need for primary prevention interventions early in life to help children realize how dangerous ultraviolet radiation (UVR) exposure can be. Internet of Things (IoT) devices can be used to measure UVR intensity in real-time to help children visualize it and understand the need for sun protection from…

Digital adoption has increasingly been seen as a key driver for accelerating human development. However, contextual factors affect digital adoption in a particular geographical setting. These factors have gendered differences due to systemic patriarchy and social stereotypes. There is limited scholarship on identifying such factors and gender…

As online spaces for mathematics content and lesson plans become more accessible, teachers are exploring these websites to make decisions about instructional materials for their courses. These resources then have an impact on what is enacted in the classroom and what opportunities students have to learn mathematics. One of the most popular online…

The profound impact of the Internet of Things (IoT) on various fronts, is driven by technological advancements, the ubiquitous spread of information, and the emergence of transformative events. IoT presents a diverse array of possibilities within university environments, fostering a more connected and enhanced educational experience. This research…

Previous research on technology implementation in rural schools has focused on two types of challenges: (1) access to internet-ready technological devices and the infrastructure to operate them and (2) teacher attitudes and beliefs about technologies. This research drew on posthumanism to explore tensions that emerged as technological devices were…