TECHNOLOGY ENHANCED LEARNING

Technology is evolving incredibly fast, new trends are appearing and, also, the expectations of all Characters (i.e., teachers and learners) are changing. TEL is helping to develop new teaching methodologies, yet technology is not the only resource to foster students’ knowledge. The intended technology should be examined based on the pedagogical necessity and integrated into education models. Because of this understanding, this thematic series mainly focuses on disseminating learning experiences and critical studies enhanced by technology and not compelled by the use of technology.Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) have been introduced to enhance the way the teaching process is undertaken. Utilizing ICT in education, or in other words, Technology Enhanced Learning (TEL), can make easy efficient e-learning models where technology helps learners to build their knowledge and develop competencies. Online learning is continuously promoting new methodologies for learning by using technology as a cornerstone for this type of development and performance.