Use Of Technology In Education Research Articles

Student perspectives on the use of generative artificial intelligence technologies in higher education

The aim of this project was to understand student perspectives on generative artificial intelligence (GAI) technologies such as Chat generative Pre-Trained Transformer (ChatGPT), in order to inform changes to the University of Liverpool Academic Integrity code of practice. The survey for this study was created by a library student team and vetted through focus groups. A total of 2555 students participated in the survey. Results showed that only 7% of students who responded had not heard of any GAI technologies, whilst over half had used or considered using these for academic purposes. The majority of students (54.1%) were supportive or somewhat supportive of using tools such as Grammarly, but 70.4% were unsupportive or somewhat unsupportive towards students using tools such as ChatGPT to write their whole essay. Students who had higher levels of confidence in their academic writing were less likely to use or consider using them for academic purposes, and were also less likely to be supportive of other students using them. Most students (41.1%) also thought there should be a university wide policy on when these technologies are or are not appropriate to use. The results of this research suggest that students require clear policies on the use of GAI and that these technologies should not be banned from university, but consideration must be made to ensure different groups of students have equal access to the technologies.

Classroom management in the online environment: A case study of Thai TESOL staff in Thai university context

The present pandemic has presented seriously affected not only the daily life but also teaching and learning and it has been seen a long battle for educators including TESOL teachers in Thailand. Working in the field of TESOL, the author experiences the new changing environment where an actual classroom turns into a virtual classroom. All documents and teaching tools prepared (before the pandemic) have been changed into online documents. Undeniably, online teaching can be seen as demanding as teaching staff moving from a space in which they have years of experience to the unknown world of online, remote, and socially distanced teaching. This study aims to identify Thai TESOL staff’s perception towards teaching and learning management affected by COVID-19. It The study revealed that the effectiveness of teaching in the changing context depends on the teachers’ readiness to a new learning technology like online meeting, at the same time, they must be open-minded and concerned that they must adjust their role to fit properly in the context. Even though participants found the significant change in the use of teaching technology in an online environment, interestingly their teaching and learning management remained as it used to be in the normal (onsite) classroom. In addition, the study provides implications for those who would like to create positive learning environment in online situation.

The Effectiveness of a Program Based on Blended Learning in Developing National Identity and Concepts of Intellectual Security Among Kindergarten children in the Najran Region

The goal of this study was to determine how well a blended learning program develops national identity and concepts of intellectual security in kindergarten students in the Najran region. Blended learning is an integrated system that combines e-learning with traditional methods to guide and help the child in acquiring concepts and skills. It is one of the modern approaches based on the use of educational technology in designing new educational situations, and it has become an urgent necessity, especially because of its characteristics that make it the most suitable alternative for developing the educational system. In order to do this, a one-group quasi-experimental design was employed along with a blended learning program that was suggested, along with measures of intellectual security and national identification for kindergarteners. Twenty-seven kids made up the research sample, and they were chosen at random. The outcomes demonstrated how well the suggested program worked to help the study sample's national identification and ideas of intellectual security grow. The study made a number of recommendations, the most significant of which are to use blended learning to help children develop their thoughts and abilities and to incorporate national identity and ideas of intellectual security into educational units and kindergarten activities.

The role of innovative educational technologies in the training of specialists in the field of culture and arts: European experience

The purpose of the article is to determine the role of innovative educational technologies in the training of specialists in the field of culture and arts based on the study of the European experience. To achieve this goal, the methods of analysis, synthesis, deduction, induction, specification, and comparison were used. The results consider the theoretical foundations of the use of innovative technologies in modern education. In the realm of culture and arts, it holds a pivotal role in training specialists. By drawing insights from the European experience, it becomes evident that cutting-edge learning approaches are founded on embracing novel ideas and a continual reevaluation of values. Also, it is crucial to consider its broad accessibility and ongoing nature. It is shown that education in European art universities and academies actively employs collective, modular, integrative, and developmental methods. In the modern practice of art education, the application of new and effective methods is of utmost importance to foster the creative and personal growth of aspiring professionals in the cultural and artistic fields. Among these methods, particular attention is given to students' project activities, which synergize successfully with digital technologies and distance learning. The novelty of the work is the author's own structure of innovative education. The conclusions determine that the main function of modern education is human development, so students in modern circumstances should focus on the possibilities of self-learning and the use of digital technologies (current trends in the field of culture and arts).

Nirmana Motion Graphic Video: Innovation in Learning Design Principles and Elements

The use of technology in education has become increasingly important in facilitating effective learning. However, the lack of diversity and innovation in using technology to develop learning materials poses new challenges for educators. In response, this research aims to develop and test the feasibility of a motion graphic video called Nirmana, which includes learning materials on design elements and principles. The research and development (R&D) process applied the ADDIE model to develop the motion graphic video media. The media testing involved 101 design major students. The data collection used questionnaires, observations, interviews, and documentation, which were analyzed using qualitative and quantitative methods. The result of this research is a Nirmana motion graphic video with learning materials about the elements and principles of design. The media was field-tested based on student assessment using the mean results per aspect. The assessment criteria included clarity of information and instructions, media attractiveness, usability and accessibility of media, and material arrangement and use of illustrations. The results showed that the Nirmana motion graphic video media received good to excellent scores on all of these assessment criteria. Specifically, the clarity of information and instructions received a good score of 78.7%, the media attractiveness received an excellent score of 81.7%, the usability and accessibility of media received an excellent score of 89.6%, and the material arrangement and use of illustrations received an excellent score of 85.8%. These results indicate that the developed Nirmana motion graphic video media is suitable for use as a design learning media. Furthermore, this research suggests that using technology to develop relevant and innovative learning materials can positively impact student attitudes and interest in learning design.

Measuring primary school teachers’ attitudes towards new technology use: development and validation of the TANT questionnaire

This study concerns the development and validation of a questionnaire to measure primary school Teachers’ Attitudes towards New Technology use in teaching (TANT). Many researchers, policy makers and educators have emphasized the importance of using new technology in teaching. However, no instrument is available to measure teachers’ attitudes towards using new technology in teaching. In a previous literature study (authors), we used the well-known Theory of Planned Behaviour to identify and structure eight underlying factors that make up primary school teachers’ attitudes towards using technology in teaching. In the current study we aim to measure these factors. To that end, we developed eight corresponding scales, as well as a scale to measure primary school teachers’ use of new technology. Results of the validation study among 659 pre- and in-service teachers showed adequate convergent and discriminant validity for six attitudinal factors and teachers’ use of new technology. In addition, we explored the predictive validity of the attitudinal factors for explaining variability in teachers’ use of new technology and established configural, metric and scalar measurement invariance.

Development of the creative potential of future teachers based on smart education

Relevance. In the modern world, education is undergoing a digital revolution, and smart technologies are becoming increasingly important in the educational process. Future educators need to be ready to effectively use these technologies to enrich the learning experience and teach their future students with the help of creative thinking and other teaching skills, which is relevant today. Purpose. The purpose of the study is to investigate and discuss methods and strategies aimed at developing creative skills and competencies of future teachers using smart technologies in the educational process. Methodology. The paper uses the method of analysis, systematisation, and generalisation. Results. It was found that the use of smart technologies in education contributes to a significant increase in the level of creativity of future teachers. Smart technologies enrich the educational experience by providing teachers with new tools and resources to develop their creative skills and abilities, which, in turn, can positively affect the quality of education that future teachers will provide to their students. The paper examines how modern smart technologies can be successfully integrated into the curricula and how they can become tools for stimulating creativity in future teachers. The study also examined the paradigm of smart education and its constituent elements. Conclusions. The study revealed that modern smart education significantly contributes to the development of creative skills of future teachers due to access to modern technologies such as virtual reality, augmented reality, blockchain, and others that create interactive and exciting educational environments, focusing on interactivity and collaboration. A survey of students was conducted on how they feel about smart education and their willingness to use it to develop creativity in the educational process and future professional activities. The results of the study can help educational institutions and teachers optimise learning processes using smart technologies focused on the development of creativity in future teachers.

Tantangan dan Peluang Pendidikan Bahasa Arab: Perspektif Global

Abstract: This research presents an in-depth analysis of challenges and opportunities in Arabic language education, with a focus on a global perspective. Arabic plays a crucial role on the international stage, serving not only as a religious language but also as a language of culture, science, and administration. However, Arabic language education in various countries faces several challenges that can impact the quality of learning and student comprehension. This literature review investigates some key challenges in Arabic language education, including non-aligned curricula, insufficient learning resources, and issues in developing Arabic language skills. Meanwhile, the research also highlights opportunities that can be utilized to enhance Arabic language education, such as the use of innovative educational technology, inter-institutional collaboration, and the promotion of cultural exchange programs. By analyzing various concepts and findings in related literature, this research provides profound insights into the global conditions of Arabic language education. By understanding the challenges faced and leveraging existing opportunities, effective strategies can be formulated to improve the quality of Arabic language education worldwide. This research is expected to contribute to the development of more holistic and sustainable Arabic language education policies, as well as motivate practical steps to enhance the teaching and learning of Arabic globally.

Polyparadigmatic approach in teaching philological disciplines in higher education

This article is devoted to the generalization of theoretical and practical experience in the use of pedagogical technologies in the educational process of the Humanitarian Pedagogical Academy (branch) of the Federal State Educational Institution of Higher Education "V.I. Vernadsky KFU" in Yalta during the 2020-2021, 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 academic years. The study involved 15 teachers and 81 full-time students of the Department of Foreign Philology and Teaching Methods. The subject of research is scientific works on the development of the modern pedagogical paradigm and the search for effective innovative educational technologies in higher education. This article outlines the main provisions that indicate that modern education recognizes the synthesis of various paradigms in the educational space of the beginning of the XXI century. The special significance lies in the fact that the methodological principle of polyparadigmality does not deny various pedagogical systems and indicates the natural changeability of educational paradigms. The polyparadigmatic nature of modern education does not act as a counterbalance to a specific scientific and pedagogical paradigm, but reflects modern educational practice that meets the needs of modern society. The novelty of the proposed study lies in the fact that the polyparadigm approach previously remained on the margin of pedagogical research.

Exploring the Evolution of Nursing Procedurals Skills, Mastery, and Competence Through Online Learning Among Students: A Qualitative Study.

Online learning has changed the educational environment and may influence the development of nursing skills, mastery, and competence in students. The study aimed to investigate how nursing students acquire procedural skills, achieve mastery, and build competence through online learning, considering the growing use of technology in healthcare education. This study utilized a qualitative descriptive research approach to investigate the experiences of 32 nursing students from the Nursing Department who had undergone online procedural learning. Semistructured interviews were conducted to collect in-depth insights. Purposive sampling was used to gather data with a profound understanding of the phenomenon. The data analysis encompassed a methodical content analysis coding procedure. Independent researchers reviewed the results to validate the findings. Content analysis of the data identified three key themes: achieving nursing procedural knowledge through online learning, achieving nursing procedural skills with the power of online learning, and gaining procedural competence through online social and collaborative learning. Online learning played a significant role in shaping and enhancing nursing procedural knowledge, skills, and competence, emphasizing the importance of integrating technology training modules and staying updated with emerging technologies.

Assessing higher education students' perception towards their engagement in pedagogical STEM approach

This study focuses on evaluating university students' views on their involvement in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) teaching methods. The aim was to explore the various factors that affect students' participation in these educational approaches. The research looked at how teaching methods, the use of technology, teamwork, interaction, motivation, and interest all play a role in engaging students with STEM education. Using a descriptive, cross-sectional study design, data were gathered from an online survey completed by 321 senior students from four universities in Mogadishu, selected through a non-random purposive sampling method. The data were analyzed using Smart PLS-4's structural equation modeling (SEM) and SPSS 22.0 software. The results showed significant links between teaching methods, technology use, teamwork, interaction, motivation, interest, and student involvement in STEM education. The study disproved the initial hypotheses (H1, H2, and H3) with p-values of 0.006, 0.000, and 0.000, each below the standard threshold of 0.05. Based on these findings, the researchers suggest improving teaching methods, technology use, teamwork, interaction, motivation, and interest to boost student involvement in STEM education. These results are expected to help shape future STEM education strategies and offer important information for educators and policymakers to improve university settings and teaching methods to further increase student involvement in STEM subjects.

The use of modern educational technologies in the training of midwives and nurses

The article presents the experience of teachers in the training of future midwives and nurses and substantiates the need to use modern educational technologies in the educational process. Currently, the problem of training highly professional and competitive medical workers with secondary medical education in the labor market is becoming particularly relevant, since the requirements for the level of professional knowledge, skills and abilities of medical personnel are increasing every year. The main task of a teacher is not a simple transfer of knowledge, but the motivation of students to take initiative and find ways to apply the knowledge gained in solving various problematic tasks, the formation of a specialist’s personality capable of constant self-development. At the same time, it should be borne in mind that today’s students are representatives of the “digital generation”. These are people who cannot imagine themselves without the Internet, smartphone and social networks. “Buzzers” are more difficult to assimilate and remember information, because all the information is on the Internet. Many students do not know how to build and ask questions based on the material they have read. In the classroom, the teacher must comprehensively ensure the quality of the educational process using modern information technologies and active learning methods based on the principles of “learning through action”, which necessarily imply the development of independence for students. The more active the learning process, the more zoomers are involved in it. The insertion technique or technology of active reading helps students to understand, comprehend and remember the information received. The use of various technologies in practical classes in obstetrics and gynecology that immerse students in professional activities, such as: solving situational problems, case-study, performing manipulations according to an algorithm, conducting role-playing games and lesson conferences, allows you to set an incentive and simulate the conditions for the formation of a specialist’s personality in teaching a future profession. The participation of students in the organization and conduct of role-playing games increases their creative activity, contributes to the formation of professional and communicative competencies. The modern educational technologies used by us in the educational process make it possible to lay the foundation for the professional competence of a specialist, to activate the cognitive activity of students, making them active participants in the educational process, which contributes to improving the effectiveness of professional training.

Exploring English lecturers’ self-efficacy in the use of educational technology in post COVID-19 pandemic

This study examines the levels of self-efficacy and factors influencing the self-efficacy on the use of educational technology among English lecturers in Islamic higher education institutions in East Java, Indonesia, in the post-COVID-19 pandemic. There are two research questions addressed: 1) What levels of self-efficacy do the lecturers exhibit on the pedagogical skills and actual use of educational technology in the post–COVID–19 pandemic? 2) What factors influence the lecturers’ self-efficacy on the use of educational technology in the post–COVID–19 pandemic? Utilizing a survey research design, data were collected using an adapted version of the Professional Self-Efficacy Scale for Information and Communication Technology Teachers (PSES) questionnaire. The data from 37 participants were then analyzed using descriptive statistics. The result showed that the lecturers’ self-efficacy in their pedagogical skills and the actual use of educational technology was moderate, and they will continue integrating educational technology in their classrooms in the post–COVID–19 era. Moreover, the qualitative data indicated that the lecturers had moderate skills in using technology with limited educational technology tools. Age, gender, qualifications, and teaching experience emerged as factors influencing the lecturers’ self-efficacy on the use of educational technology in classrooms. The findings highlighted the need for English lecturers in Islamic higher education institutions to broaden their skills in using educational technology for learning. Policymakers need to design appropriate strategies to enhance lecturers’ pedagogical practices in using educational technology for online learning to ensure effective and efficient teaching in the post-COVID-19 pandemic.

Educational technology in inclusive classrooms: Assessing teacher awareness and needs

The aim of this research is to reveal the awareness of teachers working in inclusion environments and their use of educational technology. Specifically, in this mixed methods study, a needs analysis was conducted to determine the knowledge levels of teachers about inclusive education, their awareness and use of educational technologies, and what kind of support they need. Data were collected through a questionnaire with 133 teachers and focus group discussions with 5 groups of 30 teachers. Based on the analysis of quantitative data using descriptive analysis and qualitative data employing the constant comparison method, the findings showed that teachers' knowledge of special education needs (SEN) students is insufficient and they need support at this point. In addition, the qualitative data analysis unveiled social, academic, and environmental positive outputs of inclusive education alongside the identification of the psychological, academic, and environmental challenges of inclusive education. The findings are expected to benefit the literature, the field of inclusive education, and policymakers.

Information technologies used in medical education

Purpose: The objective of this article is to conduct a literature review to understand and analyze the use of information technologies in medical education. Design/methodology/approach: In this documentary article, the method employed focused on the review of various databases (Scopus, Redalyc, Scielo, and Web of Science). Findings: As a result, it was found that telemedicine, in particular, has facilitated online consultations and real-time feedback, enhancing the quality of healthcare and promoting continuous professional development. Virtual medical simulations have provided a safe and controlled environment for students and professionals to practice clinical skills, refine techniques, and build confidence before facing real-life situations. Additionally, access to online educational resources, such as digital libraries and medical journals, has expanded access to medical knowledge and enabled students and professionals to stay updated in an ever-evolving field.

The role of multimedia technologies in teaching foreign languages in an international context

Relevance. The research on the impact of multimedia technologies on international educational environments is primarily driven by the constant change in pedagogical strategies and the improvement of technical equipment that accompanies the educational process.Purpose. The study aims to analyse the peculiarities of the use, role and effectiveness of multimedia technologies in modern education on the example of the experience of different countries.Methodology. The comparative and contrastive, pedagogical, analytical and synthetic methods were used in this study. Based on the analysis of various educational environments, the following conclusions were drawn phonetic competence was developed through animated videos, presentations, and video and audio applications, lexical skills were developed through presentations, games, video and audio materials, web applications, grammatical and syntactic competences required the use of audio and video materials.Results. Among the multimedia learning tools mentioned were applications: VLC Media Player, KMPlayer, GOM Player � for playing audio content, Moho, Boom Harmony, FlipaClip � for creating animations, Google Slides, Prezi, Microsoft PowerPoint � for creating presentations. In the international context, the most commonly used applications are Duolingo: Language Lessons, Babbel � Learn Languages, AnkiDroid Flashcards, Quizlet: AI-powered Flashcards, and Memrise: speak a new language. According to the American experience, the greatest impact of multimedia use was on the development of phonetic, grammatical, and lexical skills. From the point of view of the French experience, the highest level of growth was recorded in information comprehension skills, followed by vocabulary, writing skills and argumentation.Conclusions. Based on the Indian and Thai experience, it can be concluded that the growth in language skills was about 50%. This work can be used to analyse pedagogical experience in an international context, to build educational strategies for learning foreign languages through the use of multimedia, and to identify the main criteria that contribute to the improvement of language skills.

User Behavior on Actual Use of Academic Information System in Makassar State University: Is Information Technology Facilities Have a Moderating Role to Strengthen the Behavior?

This study aims to determine factors that influence the use of information technology in higher education, especially at Makassar State University. The type of information technology studied is academic information systems. This study combines two theories, namely the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) and The Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB) to explain the user behavior for the use of academic information systems at Makassar State University. The results of this study indicate that perceived usefulness and ease of use significantly affect user behavioral intention to use academic information systems. Behavioral intention significantly affected actual use of the academic information system. An interesting finding is that the facilities available for the use of the system in the campus environment have no significant effect on the use of the academic information system at Makassar State University.

Ethical Issues in Educational Technology

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to identify the ethical issues created by educational technology from the perspective of children and youth and to develop recommendations for addressing the ethical problems they face in educational technology based on ethical evaluations. 
 Design/Methodology/Approach: This study utilizes the "Narrative Review" method. 
 Findings: This study reveals scientific findings on the inequalities created among students by educational technology, its impact on the child's privacy, values, and world of meaning, its effects on students' learning, cognitive functions, and creativity, its influence on students' emotional development and human relationships, as well as the negative effects of virtual reality and gamification, and the impact of technology on children's fundamental academic and physical skills.
 Highlights: This research emphasizes the significant responsibilities that educational managers, decision-makers, policymakers, and teachers, especially those concerning "minors" under the age of 18, need to take on regarding the responsible, safe, and ethical use of technology in educational processes. The study delves into protecting children from potential harm and negative effects resulting from their use of educational technology.

Virtual technologies in education: Problems of legal regulation

Introduction. The relevance of the article is due to the problems of the regulatory and legal substantiation of the use of virtual technologies in education, which consists in the lack of legal criteria for the introduction of immersive technologies in the educational space. Currently, despite the intensive development of digital technologies, including immersive, domestic education lacks actual regulations that would regulate the use of virtual reality (VR) / augmented reality (AR) technologies in the educational process.Purpose setting. It is becoming relevant to conduct a comparative legal analysis of scientific publications in the legal and pedagogical areas on the regulatory and legal support of virtual VR and AR technologies, to study the regulatory framework of Russian legislation governing the use of VR and AR technologies in education, to identify common regulatory and legal problems for educational organizations of all levels.Methodology and methods of the study. The study includes a review of bibliographic and regulatory sources on the problems of legal justification for the use of virtual technologies in education, a structural analysis of local legal acts, generalization and synthesis of research results. The article talks about the need to have a clear regulatory framework for their use in the educational process, the development of mechanisms and regulations for assessing the safety of the use of technologies, the compliance of the content with the educational goals, and the streamlining of the conceptual apparatus.Results. The results include a generalization of the main legal problems that complicate the implementation of immersive/virtual technologies in the educational process.Conclusion. It has been revealed that the problems of legal regulation of the use of virtual technologies are of a common nature for educational organizations of all levels; the issues of legal justification for the use of virtual technologies in local regulations, the creators of which are each educational organization, have not been sufficiently resolved; the very construction of the concept «virtual technologies» is not presented definitively in regulatory legal acts, which allows the use of broader terms «immersive technologies», «immersion technologies, etc.; the need to develop requirements for new competencies of teachers has been identified; regulatory and legal regulation of the process of introducing VR/AR technologies within the educational process as an educational method is required.

Online Teaching During COVID-19

This study reports on a collaborative research project initiated in 2022 by the authors based in Hong Kong and the Philippines. The overarching goal is to review and assess the impact that the prolonged use of technology for teaching has had on K–12 teachers. Through a narrative inquiry, the study seeks to encapsulate teachers' online teaching experiences: its efficacy, challenges, impacts on teaching, and other relevant issues. These narratives are compared against the backdrop of access to technology in Hong Kong and in the Philippines, as there are immense differences in IT infrastructure. It was found that technological advancement and preparedness did not guarantee smooth delivery of online teaching. In contrast, teachers' own personal circumstances, workload, stress, and mental wellbeing tend to have a much greater impact on themselves and their work.