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\nFostering technology integration and adaptability in higher education: Insights from the COVID-19 pandemic  \nPremika Farsawang 1  \n 0009-0006-8193-6979  \nNoawanit Songkram 1,2*  \n 0000-0002-7616-2132  \n1 Department of Educational Technology and Communication, Faculty of Education, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, THAILAND  \n2 Learning Innovation for Thai Society Research Unit (LIFTS), Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, THAILAND  \n* Corresponding author: [noawanit.s@chula.ac.th](noawanit.s@chula.ac.th)  \nCitation: Farsawang, P., & Songkram, N. (2023) . Fostering technology integration and adaptability in higher education: Insights from the COVID-19 pandemic. Contemporary Educational Technology, 15(4), ep456 .  \n[https://doi.org/10.30935/cedtech/13513](https://doi.org/10.30935/cedtech/13513)  \nARTICLE INFO ABSTRACT  \n\n| Received: 16 Apr 2023\u003Cbr>Accepted: 16 Jul 2023 | The COVID-19 pandemic led to a rapid transition to online learning, thereby significantly impacting higher education. This study examines the experiences of students, instructors, and university administrators from 22 Thai universities during the pandemic and explores the potential consequences for the future of higher education. Utilizing a mixed-methods approach, data were gathered through focus group discussions with 30 participants and a survey conducted with 510 undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate students. The findings highlight the importance of flexibility, technology integration, and adaptability in curricula and instructional methods to enable effective online learning. Additionally, the study emphasizes the need for continuous improvement in the education sector, driven by the rapidly changing demands of the job market and the evolving nature of technology. Practical steps to be taken include prioritizing student learning outcomes, fostering digital literacy among instructors and students, and promoting collaboration across disciplines. Future research should examine the long-term impact of the pandemic on higher education and explore additional strategies for supporting students and instructors in the next normal.\u003Cbr>Keywords: online learning, higher education, flexibility, technology integration, COVID-19, adaptability |\n| --- | --- |\n| INTRODUCTION |  |\n\nAcquiring 21st-century skills is vital for individuals to engage in lifelong learning in today’s fast-paced world. The COVID-19 pandemic has posed significant challenges for education systems globally, prompting many countries to shift to online learning to ensure continuity and efficiency in education (Sahu, 2020) . Teachers faced difficulties in adapting lesson plans swiftly and students struggled with adjusting to online learning (Milosievski et al., 2020). While technological advancements provide flexible learning environments accessible anytime and anywhere, students still struggle to achieve learning goals, especially for those who lack selfresponsibility (Mamun et al., 2020) . Furthermore, instructors may be unfamiliar with online teaching tools and lack the necessary skills deploy well (Inthason, 2020) . Nevertheless, research during the pandemic has shown that students who are receptive to online learning technology are more likely to continue to use it (Thongsri et al., 2021) .  \nIncreasing reliance on technology enhances social development and usher in a new era of normalcy (Sneader & Singhal, 2020) . Online learning is crucial for accessing the ever-evolving information. Therefore, it is important to improve learners’ motivation, efficiency, and satisfaction because improvements on these  \naspects influence their future learning decisions (Wu et al., 2015) . Thus, fostering learning abilities and maintaining a commitment to learning are essential for establishing a sustainable foundation for lifelong learning in the 21st century.  \nBuilding on our pilot study (Farsawa","cbCaihFsoX2G3dnI","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaihFsoX2G3dnI","pdf",457679,16,"English","# Introduction\n## Research Objectives\n## Research Questions","[{\"question\":\"What major change did the COVID-19 pandemic cause for higher education?\",\"answer\":\"It led to a rapid transition to online learning, significantly impacting higher education for students, instructors, and administrators.\"},{\"question\":\"How was the study conducted to investigate online learning experiences?\",\"answer\":\"It used a mixed-methods approach with focus group discussions (30 participants) and a survey of 510 undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate students.\"},{\"question\":\"Which factors does the study identify as important for effective online learning?\",\"answer\":\"Flexibility, technology integration, and adaptability in curricula and instructional methods are highlighted as enabling effective online learning.\"}]","Fostering technology integration and adaptability in higher education - Insights from the COVID-19 pandemic | PDF",1792090441]