Search for articles related to the topic “emerging technologies in education” in at least 3 databases of your choice.
For each article:
Describe the search process (keywords, filters, database features). Justify your selection criteria (relevance, authorship, year, peer-review status). Summarize each article briefly (main contribution or finding).
Describe the search process (keywords, filters, database features).
Justify your selection criteria (relevance, authorship, year, peer-review status).
Summarize each article briefly (main contribution or finding).
Describe the search process (keywords, filters, database features).
DICTONARY ADDITION
Justify your selection criteria (relevance, authorship, year, peer-review status).
Summarize each article briefly (main contribution or finding).Top 3 Recommended Articles on Gamification in ESL/EFL 1️⃣ Ibáñez, M.-B., & Delgado-Kloos, C. (2018). Gamification for Engaging Computer Science Students in Learning Activities: A Systematic Review. IEEE Transactions on Learning Technologies.
Why this article?
It is one of the most cited academic papers on gamification.
Although the examples come from various subjects, the frameworks, mechanics, and motivational theories apply directly to ESL.
Helps you justify gamification in your assignments with strong theory.
Key contribution
Identifies which game mechanics (points, badges, leaderboards, progress bars) increase motivation and learning.
Explains when gamification works—and when it fails—based on instructional design quality.
How it helps your ESL work
Gives you a scientific foundation for explaining why gamified vocabulary tasks improve engagement.
2️⃣ Hung, H.-T. (2017). Design-Based Research on the Use of a Mobile Gamified Vocabulary Platform. Educational Technology & Society.
Why this article?
DIRECTLY focused on ESL vocabulary learning.
Uses mobile gamified tasks, exactly like the activities you design (missions, points, daily vocabulary routines).
Key contribution
Shows that gamified vocabulary apps increase:
Retention
Motivation
Self-regulated learning
Demonstrates that gamification is most effective when tasks are short, frequent, and meaningful.
How it helps your ESL work
This article provides real ESL classroom evidence—perfect for your essays and teaching reports.
3️⃣ Su, C.-H., & Cheng, C.-H. (2015). A Mobile Gamification Learning System to Improve English Vocabulary Learning. Journal of Computer Assisted Learning.
Why this article?
One of the earliest and strongest studies connecting gamification + mobile learning + English vocabulary.
Frequently cited in TESOL/ELT research.
Key contribution
Demonstrates that using gamified quizzes and challenges significantly improves:
Vocabulary mastery
Student motivation
Participation
How it helps your ESL work
Gives you direct experimental data you can reference when describing the effectiveness of gamification in English teaching.
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Ibáñez, M.-B., & Delgado-Kloos, C. (2018). Gamification for engaging computer science students in learning activities: A systematic review. IEEE Transactions on Learning Technologies, 11(2), 240–252. https://doi.org/10.1109/TLT.2018.2824645
Hung, H.-T. (2017). Design-based research on the use of a mobile gamified vocabulary learning platform. Educational Technology & Society, 20(2), 119–131.
Su, C.-H., & Cheng, C.-H. (2015). A mobile gamification learning system to improve English vocabulary learning. Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 31(3), 268–286. https://doi.org/10.1111/jcal.12138
✅ FORUM PARTICIPATION — 2.1 Databases
Topic: Emerging technologies in education Student: Ernesto Bruno Course: UNIVES – Educational Research
Keywords used
“emerging technologies in education”
“AI in teaching and learning”
Filters applied: • Peer-reviewed only • 2019–2025 • Education level: Higher education
Article Selected
Sailer, M. & Stadler, M. (2021). “Examining the role of AI-based tools in university learning environments.” ERIC.
Justification
Recent publication (2021), aligned with “state-of-the-art” technologies.
Published in a peer-reviewed educational technology journal indexed in ERIC.
Directly examines how AI tools enhance learning outcomes in higher education—high relevance for emerging technologies.
Summary
The study analyzes how AI-driven tools (automated feedback, adaptive learning systems, and chatbots) influence student motivation and performance. The authors report that AI improves engagement when integrated with clear pedagogical strategies. They also highlight the importance of transparency and teacher mediation when using AI in academic settings.
B. Database 2: Scopus
Keywords used
“emerging technologies”
“higher education digital learning”
“virtual reality education”
Filters applied: • Open access • Articles only • 2020–2025
Article Selected
Radianti, J., Majchrzak, T., Fromm, J., & Wohlgenannt, I. (2020). “A systematic review of immersive virtual reality in education.” Computers & Education.
Justification
Scopus-indexed, highly cited article.
Systematic review = rigorous methodology.
Relevance: analyzes VR—one of the main emerging technologies in education.
Strong evidence base with pedagogical models and outcome measures.
Summary
This systematic review synthesizes 38 empirical VR studies in educational contexts. The authors conclude that VR enhances experiential learning and spatial understanding. However, they emphasize challenges such as high cost, motion sickness, and lack of teacher training. VR is most effective in science, medicine, and engineering fields.
C. Database 3: ScienceDirect (Elsevier)
Keywords used
“emerging educational technologies”
“machine learning education”
“technology-enhanced learning”
Filters applied: • 2021–2025 • Peer-reviewed • Subject area: Education & Computer Science
Article Selected
Holmes, W., Porayska-Pomsta, K., & Holstein, K. (2022). “Artificial intelligence in education: Promises and limitations.” Computers & Education: Artificial Intelligence.
Justification
Relevant for educational technology and AI adoption.
Published in a specialized Elsevier journal dedicated to AI in Education.
Provides a balanced perspective: strengths, challenges, and ethical considerations.
Summary
The article examines how AI tools support personalization, analytics, and feedback in classrooms. The authors warn that AI may reinforce inequalities if datasets are biased. They provide a framework for responsible AI integration in educational contexts, emphasizing human supervision and transparent algorithm design.
Your presentation should include:
Slide 1 — Title
“Emerging Technologies in Education: A Review of Evidence from Three Indexed Databases”
Slide 2 — What are Indexed Databases?
Include definitions from Cambridge & Paperpile.
Slide 3 — Database 1: ERIC
Keywords
Filters
Summary
Why this article matters
Slide 4 — Database 2: Scopus Slide 5 — Database 3: ScienceDirect Slide 6 — Comparative Insights
AI improves feedback and personalization
VR improves experiential learning
Both require teacher training
Ethical considerations across technologies
Slide 7 — Conclusion
Emerging technologies expand learning possibilities but require careful pedagogical integration and ethical oversight.
Hello classmates and teacher,
Below I share my visual presentation for the activity 2.1 Forum. Databases, where I analyzed three peer-reviewed articles on emerging technologies in education, obtained from ERIC, Scopus, and ScienceDirect. In each case, I describe the search process, selection criteria, and the main findings of the selected studies.
🔗 My presentation link: (paste your Canva / Genially / Gamma link here)
I will now review and comment on the work of two classmates, following respectful and constructive academic communication.
Kind regards, Ernesto Bruno UNIVES – Maestría en Enseñanza del Inglés