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Cultural Adaptation of Digital Learning Tools in Israeli Higher Education: A Case Study of Lecturer Perceptions and Practices

Authors :
Nizar Bitar
Nitza Davidovitch
Source :
TechTrends: Linking Research and Practice to Improve Learning. 2024 68(6):1152-1165.
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

This qualitative case study examines the cultural adaptation of digital learning tools in Israeli higher education. We explored three questions: (1) How do lecturers experience and implement digital learning tools? (2) What unique challenges and opportunities arise in this cultural context? (3) What strategies do educators employ for culturally sensitive adaptation? Through semi-structured interviews with 15 lecturers, we identified four key themes: balancing traditional and digital pedagogies, cultivating cultural resonance, addressing integration challenges, and developing innovative strategies. These findings informed the Cultural-Adaptation Digital Learning Integration (CADLI) Framework, which extends existing models by centralizing cultural dimensions. Our study reveals that effective cultural adaptation involves 'cultural-technological co-evolution', fundamentally reimagining educational practices. This research contributes valuable insights for policymakers and practitioners navigating technological advancement and cultural preservation in higher education.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
8756-3894 and 1559-7075
Volume :
68
Issue :
6
Database :
ERIC
Journal :
TechTrends: Linking Research and Practice to Improve Learning
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
EJ1450897
Document Type :
Journal Articles<br />Reports - Research
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1007/s11528-024-01007-3