Research Article
Enabling Genuine Connections in a Digital Learning Environment for Students Through Information Communication Technologies
@INPROCEEDINGS{10.1007/978-3-031-28993-4_40, author={Duarte L. Sousa and Vanessa Ces\^{a}rio and Pedro F. Campos}, title={Enabling Genuine Connections in a Digital Learning Environment for Students Through Information Communication Technologies}, proceedings={ArtsIT, Interactivity and Game Creation. 11th EAI International Conference, ArtsIT 2022, Faro, Portugal, November 21-22, 2022, Proceedings}, proceedings_a={ARTSIT}, year={2023}, month={4}, keywords={Research design HCI Technologies information Students’ learning loss Computer-supported collaborative education Technology-Enhanced Learning and HCI}, doi={10.1007/978-3-031-28993-4_40} }- Duarte L. Sousa
Vanessa Cesário
Pedro F. Campos
Year: 2023
Enabling Genuine Connections in a Digital Learning Environment for Students Through Information Communication Technologies
ARTSIT
Springer
DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-28993-4_40
Abstract
This study introduces initial results concerning a collaborative learning mobile application to mitigate 8th-grade students’ learning loss and learning variability. COVID-19’s impact on the education system and its shortcomings before, during and after the pandemic was the starting point of this study. The interactive system’s concept and design are derived from a collaborative reflection expressed on the school community’s daily needs while teaching and learning during the unpredictable circumstances created by the pandemic. Also, by a state-of-the-art comparison of the scarce K-12 e-mentoring systems in combination with the ubiquitousness of various technological mediums, namely mobile devices like smartphones, and their fundamental role in e-mentoring programs could create successful bonds based on knowledge transmission. The OWL CLUB mobile application seeks to curate the knowledge exchange in a more humane and positive digital experience in an educational community. It also allows for creating and growing a space that encourages new genuine connections in a digital positive learning environment for students and their community.
