Mobile phones: The effect of its presence on learning and memory
Abstract Our aim was to examine the effect of a smartphone’s presence on learning and memory among undergraduates. A total of 119 undergraduates completed a memory task and the Smartphone…
Abolishment of Students’ Meal Allowances at the University of Zambia: Exploring the Alternative Sources of Income, Challenges and Opportunities for First-Year Students
Abstract Background: <span "="" style="box-sizing: border-box; padding: 0px; margin: 0px; white-space: normal;">Access to higher education is among the national development goals for every country. However, many factors may hinder equitable access…
The Impact of Social Media on Youth Mental Health
Abstract The technology landscape has rapidly evolved in recent years, with social media now playing a central role in the lives of youth. Social media has created both significant new…
Deals: Get Apple’s 512GB M1 Mac Mini for Record Low of $799 on Amazon ($100 Off)
A record low discount has returned to Apple's 512GB M1 Mac mini today on Amazon. You can get this model for $, down from its original price of $ Note: MacRumors…
The Importance of Teaching and Learning in the Classroom
The teaching life is the life of the explorer, the creator, constructing the classroom for free exploration. It is about engagement. It takes courage. It is about ruthlessly excising what…
Social Networking Sites and Romantic Relationships: Effects on Development, Maintenance, and Dissolution of Relationships
The evolution of social media sites, such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc., have changed the way we look at relationships. Social networking sites have become a popular place to meet…
How much time should you spend studying? Our ‘Goldilocks Day’ tool helps find the best balance of good grades and well-being
For students, as for all of us, life is a matter of balance, trade-offs and compromise. Studying for hours on end is unlikely to lead to best academic results. And…
85 cool gadgets: Our pick of the best new tech for 2021
We all love the arrival of a new gadget, something that will make life more convenient and entertaining for yourself, or help you out with a clever gift idea for…
How BlackBerry went from controlling the smartphone market to a phone of the past
BlackBerry once reigned as king of the smartphone, selling more than 50 million units at its peak in 2011. The Canadian telecom company was originally named Research in Motion and…
Three Examples of Incorporating Technology into the Classroom Using the SAMR Model
As technology becomes more and more a part of our daily lives, we begin to see its benefits in the classroom as well. When used purposefully, technology can truly transform…