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International Journal of Academic Research in Progressive Education and Development

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Technological Tools for Effective Learning and Personalisation in Higher Education: Systematic Literature Review

Du Yue, Melor Md Yunus, Karmila Rafiqah M. Rafiq

http://dx.doi.org/10.6007/IJARPED/v13-i1/20612

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The integration of technological tools in higher education represents a crucial shift towards personalised and effective learning environments. This systematic literature review highlights the crucial role of such tools, including Google Drive, WhatsApp, and augmented and virtual reality technologies, in transforming teaching and learning processes. Using the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) methodology, we conducted a search of databases such as Web of Science (WoS) and Scopus to analyze the impact of technology on higher education's teaching and learning paradigms. Our findings indicate that technological tools can facilitate personalized learning experiences, enhance student engagement, and improve learning outcomes. However, despite the potential benefits, challenges such as the digital divide, teacher reluctance, and the need for continuous training persist in the implementation of AR and VR technologies in education. Future research should explore strategies to overcome these barriers, further examine the long-term effects of these technologies on learning, and develop innovative pedagogical practices. This research emphasises the potential of technological tools to transform higher education. It also highlights the need for collaboration among educators, technologists, and curriculum designers to fully realise this potential.

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(Yue et al., 2024)
Yue, D., Yunus, M. M., & Rafiq, K. R. M. (2024). Technological Tools for Effective Learning and Personalisation in Higher Education: Systematic Literature Review. International Journal of Academic Research in Progressive Education and Development, 13(1), 920–942.