ICPATME 2022 Abstract Book Issued

Overview & Bibliographic Information

  • Title: International Perspectives on Pedagogical Advances in Technology-Mediated Education
  • Publication Type: Book of Abstracts
  • Event: ICPATME 2022 — IV International Conference on Education and Technologies
  • Dates & Location: May 27–28, 2022 | Akdeniz University, Antalya, Turkey (Blended In-Person/Online Mode)
  • Organizer: International Association for Technology, Education and Language Studies (IATELS)
  • Sponsor & Publisher: STARTINFORUM Uluslararası Danışmanlık Ticaret Ltd. Şirketi (Turkey)
  • Scientific Editor: Prof. Dr. Iryna Sekret (IATELS Committee Chair)
  • ISBN: 978-605-68986-0-0
  • Page Count: 68 pages

Purpose & Scope

The volume compiles the research reports, speeches, and abstract presentations from the 4th ICPATME conference. The primary objective of the event was to establish an open international platform for researchers, educators, and administrative bodies to share best practices and advance multidisciplinary approaches at the intersection of technology, education, language studies, and educational psychology.

Key focus areas include:

  1. Technology-enhanced language teaching and learning (EFL/ESL).
  2. Modernization of education and remote learning adaptation post-COVID-19.
  3. Special educational needs, inclusive technology, and mental well-being/counseling.
  4. Intercultural competence and global educational initiatives.

Core Institutional Partners & Leadership

  • IATELS (International Association for Technology, Education and Language Studies): Founded in 2018 with support from STARTINFORUM to foster global collaboration, career development, and open academic exchange.
  • Akdeniz University (Antalya, Turkey): Host institution for the physical sessions.
  • MIT World Peace University (Pune, India) – School of Liberal Arts: Co-partner institution contributing keynotes, scientific review support, and cultural program sessions.
  • English IATELS International Academy: Partner focused on developing individualized, communicative, and technology-driven online language teaching methodologies.

Key Thematic Clusters & Presentation Highlights

The book includes abstracts representing contributions from over a dozen countries, including Turkey, India, USA, UK, Mexico, China, Morocco, Nigeria, Philippines, Australia, and Italy.

1. Educational Technology & Distance Learning Adaptation

  • Emergency Remote Education (ERE): Insights into higher education adjustments during COVID-19, addressing digital divides, instructor adaptability, and student well-being (Prof. Dr. Ilknur Istifci, Turkey; Assoc. Prof. Dr. Saida Hdii, Morocco; Elhassane El Hilali, Morocco).
  • Self-Directed & Mentored Online Learning: Practical scaffolding strategies to move graduate students toward self-directed learning in online environments (Assoc. Prof. Rabia Hos & Prof. Kathy Peno, USA).
  • Parental E-Nvolvement: A phenomenological examination of parental roles and challenges in supporting distance learning during the pandemic (Assoc. Prof. Dr. Clark Dominic Alipasa, Philippines).

2. Digital Tools & Modern Approaches in Language Education

  • Mobile-Assisted Language Learning (MALL): A 10-year systematic review (2012–2022) analyzing the effectiveness of mobile devices across ESL/EFL contexts in higher education (Fatma Şeyma Koc, Turkey).
  • Interactive E-Quizzes & Authentic Media: Utilizing tools like Socrative, Kahoot!, Quizlet, and Disney movie books to boost student engagement and grammar acquisition (Fujian University of Technology team, China).
  • Telecollaboration & Intercultural Competence: Using Flipgrid and Zoom between Chinese and Japanese students using English as a Lingua Franca (ELF) to build cross-cultural awareness (Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hui-Wen Huang et al., China).

3. Psychology, Guidance, Mental Health & Inclusion

  • Usability for Learning Disabilities: Assessing smartphone usability for individuals with learning disabilities (Dr. Peter Williams, UCL, UK).
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) & Music Therapy: Evaluating the impact of online ACT psychoeducation and music therapy interventions on reducing stress and anxiety among students (Gizem Yetiz & Assoc. Prof. Dr. Evrim Çetinkaya Yıldız, Turkey; Dr. Ashish Vijay Kasbe et al., India).
  • Multicultural & Group Counseling: Examining ethical paradoxes, challenges in digital mental health delivery, and supervisory dynamics in group counseling (Akdeniz University Guidance & Psychological Counseling Dept.).

4. Pedagogy, Society, and Multidisciplinary Studies

  • Participatory Budgeting & Democratic Institutions: Analyzing local democratic governance and budget formulation in rural India (Dr. Bishnu Prasad Mohapatra et al., India).
  • Social Media in Science Education: Exploring how platforms like YouTube and Instagram serve as accessible tools for science literacy and exam preparation (Muhammed Ali Dogru, Turkey).

Main Conference Conclusions & Outcomes

The conference concluded with the following commitments outlined by the organizing committee:

  • Joint Publications: Publishing a book of selected full research papers based on conference proceedings.
  • International Research Alliances: Forming cross-institutional research teams for joint grant applications, papers, and ongoing project collaborations.
  • Social Dissemination: Disseminating findings on public and social platforms to broaden awareness of technology integration and educational policies.
  • Future Frameworks: Planning for the 5th ICPATME conference edition.

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