Research Network The EdTech Research Network (ETRN)
The EdTech Research Network (ETRN) at the School of Education comprises researchers and higher degree students committed to understanding the design, use and ethical governance of technology to enhance teaching and learning in schools and higher education especially teacher education. The network’s three research themes can be explored below.
Emerging Technology in Schools
This research focuses on innovative design, implementation and evaluation of emerging technologies such as virtual and augmented reality, artificial intelligence and robotics, games-based learning, and social media for learning communities in primary and secondary schools. This area includes the VR School Study, the longest running research on the integration of virtual reality in schools, internationally.
Researchers
Associate Professor Erica Southgate
Associate Professor
School of Education
- Erica.Southgate@newcastle.edu.au
- (02) 4921 6325
Innovative Technology for Teacher Education
This research explores the use of simulation and immersive technology and artificial intelligence to enhance professional experience in initial teacher education. This includes immersive content creation to foster cultural responsiveness or interculturally sustainable practices. There is also inquiry into computer assisted language learning.
Researchers
Associate Professor Debra Donnelly
Associate Professor
School of Education
- Debra.Donnelly@newcastle.edu.au
- (02) 4921 6231
Governing EdTech
This research investigates the policy, standards and regulatory frameworks that can ensure the ethical use of Edtech in schools and universities. With a focus on technology ethics and equity and digital human rights, including the rights of the child, this area develops leading edge national and international perspectives on the benefits and risks of technology integration in education as an enterprise for human and planetary good.
Researchers
Associate Professor Erica Southgate
Associate Professor
School of Education
- Erica.Southgate@newcastle.edu.au
- (02) 4921 6325
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