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Publication Date: 2021
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A Model of Learning Technology Partnership with Vendors: A Systematic Process
Contemporary Educational Technology, v13 n4 Article ep321 2021
Higher education institutions partner with technology providers to stay competitive in the fast-evolving innovations of technological advancements. The purpose of this study is to reflect on and investigate technology integration cases at a mid-sized public university in the U.S. Taking a qualitative research approach, this study utilizes critical reflection and multiple case studies (Stake, 2006). After reviewing the data, a technology partnership model was created that is composed of five phases: (1) analysis, (2) negotiation, (3) pre-implementation, (4) implementation, and (5) evaluation. The findings indicate that a systematic process must be utilized to ensure efficiency in vendor-university partnerships. Discussions, limitations, and implementation are provided.
Descriptors: Universities, Technology Integration, Educational Technology, Vendors, Partnerships in Education, Program Implementation, Program Evaluation, Learning Analytics, Outcomes of Education
Contemporary Educational Technology. Faculty of Communication Sciences, Anadolu University, Yunus Emre Campus, Eskisehir 26470, Turkey. e-mail: editor@cedtech.net; Web site: http://www.cedtech.net
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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