Technology and Learning

Aim:

This SIG is open to anyone involved or interested in researching technology and learning. We welcome researchers who use qualitative, quantitative and mixed methods in both small and large-scale technology and learning focused studies.

Our aim is to grow a vibrant community where members can connect and interact with fellow researchers to exchange ideas, knowledge and form research partnerships and have fun in the process.

Research interests:

  • Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) in education
  • Apps to support learning
  • Assistive technologies in education
  • Course design utilising technology
  • Digital identity and inclusion
  • Digital literacy - cyber safety, cyber ethics, cyber security, digital footprint
  • Digital portfolios and assessment
  • Emerging learning technologies
  • Engagement, confidence and competence in using technologies
  • Esports in education
  • Equity issues with technology and learning
  • Immersive learning – 360 video, Augmented reality (AR), Mixed reality (MR) and Virtual reality (VR)
  • Learning analytics
  • Learning management systems in education
  • Networking and collaboration technologies in education
  • Online learning
  • Physical, social and mental wellbeing linked to technology and learning
  • Simulations in education
  • Social media in education
  • Teaching computational thinking
  • Technology education models and frameworks – TPACK, SAMR, RAT
  • Technology and learning in educator development
  • Technology and learning in K-12 education and schools
  • Technology and learning in preservice teacher education
  • Technology integration in education
  • Technology pedagogies – blended learning, digital pedagogy, gamification, game-based learning
  • Transforming the educational practice - formative analytics, learning with robots, learning with drones
  • Video games in education