This article considers the effect of information technology upon teaching, learning and research in the "digital university". In less than a generation the university has become a business like any other. It does so in the determining context of neoliberal globalisation and the computer revolution. The university develops through what we…

This paper describes a comprehensive review of 31 quasi or experimental research studies from the past decade on the effect of PhET simulations on students' conceptual understanding of physics. Two questions guided the review: (i) To what extent do PhET simulations enhance students' conceptual understanding of physics? (ii) What are the best ways…

This paper focuses on the opportunities and challenges associated with the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in academic library operations. In the quest to render fast, effective and efficient services, academic libraries have adopted different technologies in the past. Artificial intelligence technologies is the latest among the technologies…

Generational labels such as digital native and the "net" generation may obscure the gap that exists between preservice music teachers' personal uses of technology and how they will use technology professionally. The study's purpose was to examine preservice music teachers' personal use of technology, views toward technology in music…

For higher education (HE) institutions, preparing students to be job-ready upon graduation in the 21st century is no easy feat, but critical for future growth in business. Technology, globalization, and the knowledge economy have increased employer demands for new skills and investment in human capital. Yet employers still argue that graduates…

If you think academic integrity is only about student conduct, you may be living in the past. In this opening keynote, Dr. Sarah Elaine Eaton, provides insights from the latest research around the world that shows how academic and research integrity include, and extend student conduct. She'll bring insights from the "Handbook of Academic…

Digitalization of our educational systems is moving faster and deeper into our institutions. I applaud it because it has the potential to save time and effort, allowing me to spend more time on the most important part of my work as a scholar. But I am regularly sick to my stomach about what I applaud, because there is no potential and any news or…

As of 2018, an astonishing 75 million millennials were living in the United States with a large number having at least a bachelor's degree (Alman, et al., 2012; Ralpheson, 2014). Millennials are success driven, and a significant number are likely return to college to finish their degree to further their career (Debard, 2004). By 2020, one in three…

The objective of this study is to know the association between teaching techno-stress and the perception of the quality of service within a Peruvian university. The psychophysiological disturbances that technological means could be causing when coming into contact with workers are analyzed as part of the impact of new technologies in work spaces.…

Recent technological changes in communications, in research and in learning and teaching styles should prompt developments in approaches to physical geography curricula. This paper questions whether there has been sufficient open discussion of such curricula and those that have been set nationally. Developments in England and Wales over more than…

Learning and teaching is fostered to a great deal by technology. Cell phones and internet can be utilized as effective tools in providing extended and diversified learning opportunities as well as promoters of learning and teaching. However, early internet-enabled cell phones or more recent smartphones have also become easily accessible avenues of…

In this study, applications based on socioscientific subject-oriented science, technology, society and environmental education were carried out. The aim of the study is to determine the views of pre-service science teachers, who are engaged with the applications, about science, technology and society and to determine whether these views are…

This research aims to analyse the factors and effect of compulsive social apps usage on technostress among students in private higher education institutions in Malaysia. The determinants examined are the locus of control, materialism, need for touch, social interaction anxiety and technostress. This study is conducted on students who are the…

Background: Social media has now become a ubiquitous part of everyday life, especially for young people. This technology is a double-edged sword and can be used to empower or isolate users. This research is designed to enhance our understanding of how social media is being used by young people, how it affects them and their attitudes towards it.…

Load shedding in South Africa has a profound impact on various sectors, including education, and specifically, South African music education faces significant disruptions. One of the most notable effects is the interruption of music instruction, with load shedding frequently causing classes to be interrupted. This leads to gaps in learning and a…