Purpose: This exploratory research intends to comprehend the perspectives of high school teachers toward incorporating technology in instruction. Design/methodology/approach: Drawing upon Davis's technology acceptance model as a theoretical framework, this study examines several aspects, including teachers' access to and ease of using technology,…

The present study investigated the experiences of educators who taught in the virtual world Second Life®. Second Life has shown promise in the field of higher education but identified gaps exist: the identification of a set of best practices, a foundational theory, and educators' experiences using Second Life in higher education. Using a single…

New Zealand's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade has funded the Commonwealth of Learning (COL) to implement a project to contribute to enhanced capacity and efficiency of Pacific education sectors through greater use of innovative delivery mechanisms and technology. This report provides an improved mentorship model for the capacity development…

Readiness of teachers to use Information and Communication Technology [ICT] to teach is currently a major issue in the education system as it plays a significant role to teacher-learning continuity due to its relationship to flexible teaching/learning as the country's education response during pandemic. Preparing future teachers to use ICT to…

The main objective of this study is to identify the constraint hindering ICT integration in Ethiopian public secondary schools. The study's results demonstrate that the Integration of ICT is still in its infant stages due to a lack of infrastructure, insufficient funds, lack of technical and administrative support, lack of time, teachers'…

The main objective of this study is to present a bibliometric analysis of research on e-learning accessibility at the global level. The bibliometric literature was comprised of 1,325 documents, after data pre-processing, published in Scopus database, covering the period from 1985 to 2021. First, a performance analysis was conducted to assess the…

This research shows how innovative communication and digital media could help empower any level of farm sector in Thailand and be embedded into ODL to serve their most effective demands. Qualitative research was used via case-based studies among eight key farm leaders from four success farms with data mapping and an interview form. Content…

This study aimed to explore ESL teachers' perceptions of online teaching during the COVID-19 outbreak in Hong Kong. A qualitative multiple-case study approach was employed, focusing on the online teaching experiences of three teachers in primary school contexts. Through semi-structured interviews and thematic analysis, rich data were collected and…

This study examined the impact of contextual factors on the integration of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in public basic schools located in slums in Ghana. By adopting a positivist worldview and utilizing the TPACK (Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge) framework as a theoretical lens, this research employs a quantitative…

In contemporary times online learning process has become indispensable for higher education in India. The common practice of chalk and talk method is no longer the only recommended method of pedagogy. As a result, blackboards are gradually being replaced by digital smart boards and LCD screens which allow both traditional and technological modes…

This study aims to determine the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) tools utilized by university faculties in East Africa and China, and to explore the connections allying instructors' perceptions over technology use and technology applications. A cross-sectional survey design questionnaire gathering information on the use of and…

ICT is used to enhance the overall activities of individuals, administrative processes of businesses and various governmental and non-governmental organizations. Despite its advantage in all aspects of development, it has drawn low attention in expanding the services in general and utilizing the technology in particular. Therefore, this study was…

This study investigates how pedagogical, cultural and institutional factors interact with technical knowledge in educational technology integration and how they relate to equitable and effective technology use in low-resource settings. In the context of a one-to-one tablet initiative in rural Kenya, we explore how these factors constrain or…

Despite high hopes that schools are institutions of integrity and are properly governed, very few have demonstrated this with distinction. With this article we argue that good governance depends on the partnership between schools and parents in times of emergency. The theoretical framework from Epstein's theory of overlapping spheres of influence…

This Spotlight explores critical issues related to DE&I, as well as strategies to address disparities in access and opportunity. From targeting funding for low-income students to improving access to AP courses and using technology equitably, these articles offer valuable insights. Discover how school leaders can foster a culture of belonging…