Leveraging Ubiquitous and Mobile Technologies to Digitalize the Education System

In the realm of education, mobile and ubiquitous computing technologies have catalyzed a paradigm shift. Recent advancements in technology have empowered educators to harness mobile learning strategies and innovative software tools, aligning with the burgeoning trend of mobilizing educational approaches. The global upheaval prompted by the COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the transition from traditional, in-person learning modalities to online and mobile platforms, highlighting the growing preference for digital learning solutions. This shift has underscored the efficacy of integrating emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), the Internet of Things (IoT), and robotics to redefine educational practices and outcomes.

This Research Topic aims to delve into the transformative potential of emerging technologies in shaping teaching and learning methodologies. By exploring AI-supported learning, adaptive learning environments, and assessments facilitated by intelligent systems, the goal is to unearth novel pedagogical strategies and professional development models that resonate with the needs of contemporary educational ecosystems. The research seeks to innovate upon current pedagogical frameworks, thereby enriching both teaching effectiveness and student learning experiences across various educational settings.

To gather further insights within the diverse landscape of technology-enhanced learning, we welcome articles addressing, but not limited to, the following themes:

- Ubiquitous technology-mediated learning frameworks
- Context-aware ubiquitous learning environments
- Web-mediated computational thinking for student development
- Integration of mobile technology into educational systems
- Adaptive and personalized teaching and learning approaches
- Conceptual learning and technological pedagogical content knowledge
- Innovations in pedagogies facilitated by mobile technology
- Theories and methods in emerging teaching and learning paradigms
- Ethical dimensions of technology integration in education

This structured exploration aims to provide a comprehensive overview of how digital and mobile technologies can be strategically manipulated to foster enhanced educational outcomes, addressing both opportunities and challenges within the field.

Keywords: mobile and ubiquitous learning, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), internet of things (IoT), innovative pedagogical applications

Important note: All contributions to this Research Topic must be within the scope of the section and journal to which they are submitted, as defined in their mission statements. Frontiers reserves the right to guide an out-of-scope manuscript to a more suitable section or journal at any stage of peer review.