scholarly journals The Impact of Cloud Computing on the IT Support Function

2022 ◽  
pp. 1-17
Author(s):  
Maryam Rezaeian ◽  
Martin George Wynn
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Cloud Computing ◽  
Support Function ◽  
Cloud Migration ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
It Support ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Teaching Learning ◽  
The University ◽  
The Impact

The development of digital technologies has opened up new opportunities for e-learning in higher education. These technologies include cloud computing, which promises a scalable and reliable computing environment for both staff and students. This has not only changed the teaching, learning, and research environment, but also affected the way IT support services must now operate in the university sector. This chapter investigates the adoption of cloud computing in higher education through a case study of a major UK university and focuses on how this has affected the IT support function. The benefits and challenges of implementing cloud computing are explored, using questionnaires and interviews to generate data and analysis. The chapter concludes that cloud migration is a complex undertaking requiring a robust strategy that pays due attention to a wide range of issues, notably security concerns and the need for reskilling and the development of new support roles.

Cloud Based e-Learning Platform: An Effective Virtual Learning Environment for Higher Education Institutions

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (9) ◽  
pp. 4585-4592
Author(s):  
Nidhi Gupta ◽  
Neeraj Sharma ◽  
Sanjay Sood
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Cloud Computing ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Virtual Learning Environment ◽  
Learning System ◽  
Education Standards ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Learning Platform ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Teaching Learning

The teaching-learning process, especially in higher education has always been a matter of great concern in developing countries as it makes the nation’s youth capable and is a mainstay towards its development. With the introduction of ICT, it has become even more important to change the learning methodology using the latest technologies like e-Learning, m-Learning, Cloud Computing etc., to match with the education standards of developed countries. This aim of this paper is to provide an insight about the use of e-Learning and cloud computing in HEIs. The paper also discusses the various cloud based adoption technologies used for HEIs and illustrates the comparative analysis of the web based and cloud based e-Learning system.

scholarly journals Web Triad: the Impact of Web Portals on Quality of Institutions of Higher Education - Case Study of Faculty of Economics, University of Liubliana, Slovenia

10.28945/2872 ◽  
2005 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ales Popovic ◽  
Jaka Lindic ◽  
Mojca Indihar Stemberger ◽  
Jurij Jaklic
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Advanced Technology ◽  
Institutions Of Higher Education ◽  
Human Beings ◽  
Cultural Changes ◽  
Culturally Based ◽  
E Learning ◽  
The University ◽  
The Impact ◽  
The Way

Institutions of higher education are just like other organizations forced to adapt to the rapidly changing environment that brings many new challenges. There are several obstacles in the way of introducing e-learning in these institutions. We can divide them into technology-based and culturally-based. Many benefits of e-learning such as cost-effectiveness, enhanced responsiveness to change, timely content, flexible accessibility, and providing value to the customer are not based only on use of high technology. We cannot expect that the use of advanced technology is enough to change the way we work as human beings. Technologic solutions in the form of portals have been known for several years. A recurring problem has become the efficiency and usefulness of these solutions. Integration of dispersed sources is not sufficient. Individual users should obtain information in a variety of ways, including in a personalized way. The paper will address the topic of using the Internet as a medium to achieve one of the primary goals of institutions in higher education; that is quality improvement. We will show the influence of the e-learning environment on achieving this goal. The model has also been tested in practice, at the Faculty of Economics at the University of Ljubljana. This case has also proved that cultural changes never take place over night.

scholarly journals COMBATING THE IMPACT OF COVID-19 ON HIGHER EDUCATION SECTOR IN INDIA

2020 ◽  
pp. 250-258
Author(s):  
Sourovi Thakur ◽  
Usashi Kundu
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Education Sector ◽  
Secondary Source ◽  
Technological Advancement ◽  
Education In India ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Ict Tools ◽  
Teaching Learning ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Academic Year

On 30th January 2020, India reported its first covid-19 positive case in Kerala and it reached to 100 confirmed cases by mid of March of the same year. Sensing its severity, Prime Minister of India called for voluntary Janta Curfew for 14 hours on 22nd March. As the confirmed cases and death tolls started to increase, from 25th March 2020 lockdown started. Since then education sector from nursery to university level are shut down. About 320 millions of learners are affected by the pandemic in India. This paper is focused on higher education sector only. Higher education in India gets a massive shock as enrolment to new academic year has been postponed, all examinations got withheld, curricular work got hampered, students are facing immense stress of upcoming economic crisis and institutes are facing threats of losing their revenues. Under this situation, the researchers purport to analyse the impact of COVID-19 on higher education sector in India and to look into the possible strategies to combat this situation. Descriptive analytical method has been used in this present study. Different e-journals, websites, articles have been used as secondary source of data. The study highlights on the growing interest in e-learning and usage of various ICT tools in imparting knowledge to the learners. It is revealed that there is a sharp increase in enrolment to MOOCS. Although technological advancement is doing its job to run the teaching-learning process in the higher education sector of India but digital divide is inhibiting a large section of learners to get these benefits. Along with this psychological crisis is also present. Therefore, the technological facilities and infrastructure should be improved in every corner of the country for combating COVID-19 and other such adverse conditions in future.

scholarly journals Las TIC y el e-learning y su influencia en el proceso de enseñanza aprendizaje del idioma Inglés en estudiantes de educación superior

2021 ◽  
Vol 17 (23) ◽  
pp. 96
Author(s):  
Silvania Gabriela Herrera Martinez ◽  
William Wilfrido Suáres Ureña ◽  
María Fernanda Núñez López ◽  
Deysi Lucía Damián Tixi ◽  
Jazmin Estela Benites Mero
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
Educación Superior ◽  
Educacion Superior ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Teaching Learning ◽  
The Impact

En este artículo se reflexiona desde el punto de vista conceptual, sobre la influencia que las Tecnologías de la Información y la Comunicación (TIC) y el impacto que éstas han generado en los procesos de enseñanza/aprendizaje. La educación superior en Colombia ha venido transformándose en las recientes décadas, con miras a responder de manera decidida a los requerimientos de una sociedad renovada, que busca contar con profesionales más hábiles, que gestionen eficientemente procesos administrativos y académicos en Instituciones de Educación Superior en estos tiempos de globalización económica. La metodología utilizada en este estudio se enmarca en la revisión documental de investigaciones y publicaciones efectuadas en los últimos diez años. Los resultados apuntan a que las TIC han aportado considerablemente a diferentes aspectos neurálgicos, en el contexto educativo y que las aplicaciones en los procesos pedagógicos son cada vez mayores. This article reflects from the conceptual point of view, on the influence that Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) and the impact they have generated in the teaching / learning processes. Higher education in Colombia has been transforming in recent decades, with a view to responding decisively to the requirements of a renewed society, which seeks to have more skilled professionals, who efficiently manage administrative and academic processes in Higher Education Institutions in these times of economic globalization. The methodology used in this study is part of the documentary review of research and publications carried out in the last ten years. The results suggest that ICTs have contributed considerably to different neuralgic aspects in the educational context and that the applications in pedagogical processes are increasing.

scholarly journals Institutional Restructuring in Response to the Changing Mission of Land Grant Colleges Cook College, Rutgers University – The State University of New Jersey

1973 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 297-304
Author(s):  
Daymon W. Thatch ◽  
William L. Park
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
New Brunswick ◽  
Colonial America ◽  
Revolutionary War ◽  
The State ◽  
State University ◽  
Arts And Sciences ◽  
Rutgers University ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
The University

Rutgers University was chartered as Queen's College on November 10, 1766. It was the eighth institution of higher education founded in Colonial America prior to the Revolutionary War. From its modest beginning in the New Brunswick area the University has grown to eight separately organized undergraduate colleges in three areas of the State, with a wide range of offerings in liberal and applied arts and sciences.

The Role of Financing Higher Education in Nigerian Universities in Achieving Sustainable Development

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (4) ◽  
pp. 551-578
Author(s):  
Samir Mohamad Hassan
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Sustainable Development ◽  
Private University ◽  
Accurate Information ◽  
Community Initiatives ◽  
Higher Education Financing ◽  
The University ◽  
Financing Higher Education ◽  
The Impact

The current study aims to identify the role of financing higher education in Nigerian universities in the state of Kano and its impact on sustainable development. The study problem lies in the low funding of higher education in Nigerian universities, which will negatively affect the sustainability of higher education and sustainable development. The importance of the study is highlighted by highlighting the importance of financing higher education in Nigerian universities and the sources of obtaining this funding as one of the most important factors through which students can complete their studies. The study followed the qualitative approach with the aim of obtaining more accurate information about traditional higher education financing sources and its impact on the sustainability of education and achieving sustainable development. The study population reached the number of three Nigerian universities, which are a governmental, federal and private university, to learn about the impact of financing higher education in Nigerian universities on sustainable development. The sample of the study was about three out of five of those responsible for financing higher education in Nigerian universities. Also, the study followed unstructured or open interviews in order to obtain more information about financing higher education and whether or not it is suitable for the idea of a monetary endowment. The results of the study showed that the sources of financing for higher education in traditional Nigerian universities are varied, including what can be obtained through the endowment and donations fund that can be made through community initiatives, and the results of the study also indicated that the idea of a monetary endowment faces great challenges in its application, so the idea is subject to acceptance and rejection. According to the nature of the university and the nature of the subjects taught. The study recommended the necessity of expanding the study of the impact of financing higher education in Nigerian universities by expanding the scope of study to include all Nigerian states.

The futures of the University of Tehran using causal layered analysis

foresight ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 20 (4) ◽  
pp. 393-415 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohammadali Baradaran Ghahfarokhi ◽  
Ali Mohaghar ◽  
Fatemeh Saghafi
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Current System ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Balance Sheets ◽  
Master Plans ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
The Future ◽  
Causal Layered Analysis ◽  
The Times ◽  
The University

PurposeHigher education and universities have faced unprecedented and ubiquitous changes. The University of Tehran or “UT,” as the leading university in Iran, is not immune to these changes. The purposes of this study is to investigate the current situation and future of the UT and gain insights and possible responses to changes that suit its strengths and potential to progress in an increasingly competitive, complex environment with uncertainties. It identifies deep fundamental underpinnings of the issue and highlights them for policymakers to formulate strategies and future vision of the UT.Design/methodology/approachCausal layered analysis (CLA) was applied as a framework and the data collected from different sources such as literature reviews, content analysis of rules, regulations and master plans of the university and coded interviews of four different groups of university stakeholders were analyzed. The current system of UT, as well as hidden beliefs, that maintains traditional perceptions about university was mapped. Next, by applying a new recursive process and reverse CLA order, new CLA layers extracted through an expert panel, the layers of CLA based on new metaphors to envision future of UT were backcasted.FindingsThe results from CLA layers including litany, system, worldview and metaphor about the current statue of UT show disinterest and inertia against changes, conservative, behind the times and traditional perceptions, and indicate that the UT system is mismatched to the needs of society and stakeholders in the future. The authors articulated alternative perspectives deconstructed from other worldviews so there are new narratives that reframe the issues at hand. The results show that to survive in this fast-paced revolution and competition in higher education, UT should develop scenarios and formulate new strategies.Research limitations/implicationsThe authors had limited access to a wide range of stakeholders. As the UT is a very big university with so many faculties and departments, to access a pool of experts and top policymakers who were so busy and did not have time to interview inside and outside of university was very hard for the research team. The authors also had limitation to access the internal enactments and decisions of the trustee board of the UT and the financial balance sheets of the university.Originality/valueIn this paper, by mixing different methods of futures studies, the authors have shown how to move forward while understanding the perspectives of stakeholders about the future of UT by a new recursive process and reverse CLA order. A supplementary phase was added to improve CLA and to validate the method and results, which were ignored in previous studies.

scholarly journals Diversity and safety on campus @ Western: Heterosexism and cissexism in higher education

2018 ◽  
Vol 25 (3) ◽  
pp. 320-340 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nicole L. Asquith ◽  
Tania Ferfolia ◽  
Brooke Brady ◽  
Benjamin Hanckel
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Gender Diversity ◽  
Diverse Students ◽  
University Campus ◽  
Gender Diverse ◽  
Sexuality And Gender ◽  
Research Findings ◽  
And Gender ◽  
The University ◽  
The Impact

Discrimination, harassment and violence can vitiate staff and students’ experiences of education and work. Although there is increasing knowledge about these experiences in primary and secondary education, very little is known about them in higher education. This paper draws from landmark research that examines the interpersonal, educational and socio-cultural perspectives that prevail about sexuality and gender diversity on an Australian university campus. In this paper we focus on three aspects of the broader research findings: the heterosexism and cissexism experienced by sexuality and gender diverse students and staff at the university; their actions and responses to these experiences; and the impact of these experiences on victims. The research demonstrates that although the university is generally safe, sexuality and gender diverse students and staff experience heterosexist and cissexist discrimination, which can have negative ramifications on their workplace and learning experiences.

scholarly journals Universidad en tiempos de Covid-19: tecnologías que acortan distancias

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (18) ◽  
pp. 91-97
Author(s):  
Gloria María Pérez Montero
Keyword(s):  
Social Sciences ◽  
Higher Education ◽  
Learning Environments ◽  
Self Management ◽  
Educational Context ◽  
Communication Course ◽  
The World ◽  
Teaching Learning ◽  
The University ◽  
Epidemiological Situation

The presence in the world of the pandemic known as Covid-19 has brought with it challenges and challenges in all areas, but especially in the educational context. The University of Granma responds to the intention of promoting the use of technologies in the improvement of Higher Education and in current times has had to enhance this aspect due to the need for social distancing. This work presents some of the alternatives that have been adopted in the House of Higher Studies and how young people have assimilated them, based on the experiences obtained in the teaching of the Communication course, which belongs to the Sociocultural Management for Development career from the Faculty of Economic and Social Sciences. The epidemiological situation has not prevented the training of comprehensive and competent professionals, on the contrary, it has enabled students to achieve self-management of knowledge and meaningful learning, using virtual teaching- learning environments.

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